Record-breaking panto was fun for all the family!

More than 11,500 people attended the Marina Theatre’s pantomime over the festive season – which starred television actor Jeremy Edwards as Gaston.

Beauty and the Beast, which ran from December 13 until January 1, was the also the highest grossing pantomime produced by the Marina Theatre and Paul Holman Associates.

The 30 performances, which also starred funny man Terry Gleed as Freddy, Britain’s Got Talent’s Rosie Hale as Belle and Matthew Wellman as the Beast, were sponsored by cottages.com.

Lee Henderson, chief executive of the Marina Theatre, said: “I would like to thank everyone who came along to see our fantastic family show. Our fabulous and talented cast were a joy to work with and for me, to hear that so many people enjoyed our touching storyline, was extremely rewarding. The panto season was sponsored by cottages.com and we are extremely grateful to local Lowestoft based regional property manager Victoria Schofield for all her support. The pantomime was extremely successful and it would be great if even more people could join us for next year’s show – which will be Aladdin.”

The performances received a number of fantastic reviews via social media:
Jacqui Loxley posted: “We had a little break for Christmas in Corton and as a Boxing Day treat for the children we booked the panto. Absolutely loved it, kids joined in, laughed so hard and loud and are still talking about it today. Jeremy Edwards was quite pleasing to the eye too!”

Joanne Brown added: “Another year and still we were amazed with the fantastic pantomime show. Love visiting on New Year's Day and even being the last of the performances the actors and dancers put a high energy fun packed show. Full of laughs and fun for all ages. Look forward to next year.”

Tickets are already available for Aladdin with Terry Gleed again back by popular demand to take part in the festive fun.

Call the box office on 01502 533200 to book your tickets.