Panto Cast Announced

Our annual pantomime produced by Paul Holman Associates is back this year with classic title, Jack & The Beanstalk. Jack, the hero of this well-known tale, will be played by singer and TV star Sam Callahan.

Sam rose to fame during the 10^th series of The X-Factor and previously trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre school. After the series finished, he performed in The X-Factor Arena tour and has been releasing Pop, House, and Dance music popular the world over. Having toured almost non-stop since, he has supported the likes of Little Mix, The Vamps, Joe McElderry and many more. He has amassed a large social media following with hundreds of thousands of ‘Callafans’ supporting him.

Alongside his music career, Sam has found time to forge an unlikely career as a professional racing driver. This year he competed in the Ginette GT4 Supercup.

When asked about playing Jack in this year’s pantomime, Sam said; “I can’t wait to play Jack! I’ve performed in various pantomimes now, but Jack & The Beanstalk is one I’ve never done. I also feel like the cheeky chappy Essex boy in me should fit nicely with the demeanour of Jack’s character. This is going to be a fun show for sure!”

Sam will be joined by two well-known returning cast members. First up, John Lyons best known for his long running role in A Touch of Frost, is back for his third appearance in Lowestoft having played Cinderella’s father in last years postponed panto.

And a Lowestoft Panto just wouldn’t be complete without Terry Gleed. Proclaimed ‘Lowestoft’s Favourite,’ Terry is back for his 7^th year, bringing his signature comic charm and slapstick routines to the role of Simon – Jack’s hilarious brother.

Our Chief Executive, Emma Butler Smith said: “Jack and the Beanstalk must be one of the most quintessentially British Pantomime titles and we’re so happy to be presenting it this year. Sam Callahan will make a brilliant hero in this year’s production which is sure to entertain and delight. Magic beans, Daisy the cow, giants in the sky – we’ve got it all!”

Jack & The Beanstalk opens on 13^th December for 27 gigantic performances. Expect laughs, songs, epic journeys, and a few surprises along the way! Tickets can be booked from marinatheatre.co.uk 01502 533200 or in person at the Marina Box Office.