A trip to the panto is a magical experience and festive season highlight. But for some people, including those venturing to the theatre for the first time, the prospect of doing something different can be as equally overwhelming, as it is exciting.
Registered charity BH Live runs Bournemouth Pavilion theatre in partnership with BCP Council and is working closely with leading panto producers, UK Productions to make a panto visit more accessible for all.
A relaxed performance of JACK AND THE BEANSTALK will run at Bournemouth Pavilion on Tuesday 17 December 2024 at 10:30am, and a captioned performance will take place on Sunday 29 December 2024 at 1pm.
These performances are adapted for people of all ages. At a relaxed performance the sound levels will be lowered, the house lights will be on but dimmed, stage smoke will be reduced, and everyone can come and go as they please throughout the show. Relaxed performances may suit people with learning difficulties, sensory communication disorders or who are neurodivergent. These also include people who may have sensitivities to loud noise, sudden movement, and bright lights.
Watch the cast of JACK AND THE BEANSTALK explain what it’s all about.
The captioned performance may benefit those who are deaf, deafened, or hard of hearing. They may also be of benefit to those who are neurodivergent, have auditory processing conditions, or if their first language is not English.
From the Coronation Street cobbles to the sands of Bournemouth, soap star Calum Lill will star the villainous Fleshcreep, packed with a side order of dastardly deeds and mischief. Best known for his role as the Corrie bad boy Joel Deering, Calum has also been in Hollyoaks, Holby City, and Doctors.
Best known for presenting Milkshake! on Channel 5, panto favourite, David Ribi, bounds back to the Bournemouth Pavilion this festive season to take on the role of Jack.
Bournemouth’s favourite comic Noel Brodie returns as Silly Simon for his tenth year of pantomime in Bournemouth, bringing huge laughs and lots of mayhem as he tries to help his brother Jack on his quest to save the Princess.
They are joined by West End stars Oliver Brooks as Dame Trott (Heathers, Matilda), Rachel Grundy as Princess Jill (Legally Blonde, The Rocky Horror Show), Ceris Hine as The Vegetable Fairy (last seen in Bournemouth in Sister Act – The Musical) and Chris Fearn as the King (Honk!).
With sparkling sets, lavish costumes, amazing song and dance numbers, giggles galore and bags of audience participation, this year’s performances, produced by UK Productions, are set to be fee-fi-fabulous.
Steve Turner, Director of Venues for BH Live, said;
“We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the magic of pantomime. We want everyone to experience the excitement of panto, which for many is their first introduction to the theatre. We are delighted to have worked with UK Productions to bring back our relaxed and captioned performances to enable more people to enjoy this festive tradition.”
Martin Dodd, Managing Director for UK Productions, shared;
“With a few minor adjustments, our relaxed performance is far more accessible to an audience that may have otherwise overlooked a chance to go to the theatre. We are thrilled to work with BH Live again to deliver these relaxed and captioned performances.”
More information on performances, group rates, concessions and ticketing can be found at bournemouthpavilion.co.uk
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About BH Live
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues. Our vision is to create sustainable and inspiring opportunities, deliver great experiences for our communities, and improve health and well-being.
With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
BH Live was established in 2010. Local authority partners include BCP Council, Portsmouth City Council and Croydon Council.
We are at the heart of the UK’s growing social economy. Together with our partners we are helping to change lives and make a positive impact in the community.
For more visit bhlive.org.uk.
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BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales.
About Bournemouth Pavilion
Bournemouth Pavilion is operated by the registered charity BH Live in partnership with BCP Council.
This Grade II listed venue opened in March 1929. It has a 1,500-seat theatre and full-sized ballroom. The venue hosts a year-round diverse programme of events and entertainment such as musicals, opera, ballet, pantomime, comedy, dances and fashion shows. Gala dinners, banquets, receptions, fairs, corporate presentations, product launches, conferences and exhibitions also feature.
Bournemouth Pavilion is home to Pavilion Dance South West and the Pavilion at AUB rehearsal and teaching space for the Arts University Bournemouth.
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- In person from box office – see website for opening times.
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