Talisman Theatre and Arts Centre
Barrow Road, Kenilworth CV8 1EG
Friday 20th December 2024 - Saturday 4th January 2025
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
We have two wheelchairs spaces as indicated on the seating plan above. To check availability and book please contact the Box Office on 01926 856548 (or email us through our Contact Us page)
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Laughter, magic, and family fun!
by Stephen Duckham
Get ready for a magical adventure as we bring the classic tale of ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ to life in a hilarious and heartwarming pantomime production.
Join Jack, his larger-than-life mother, Dame Trot and his many friends as they climb the beanstalk and encounter the world of Giant Blunderbore.
With laughter, music, and plenty of surprises, this timeless story is a treat for the whole family. Get your tickets now and be part of the enchantment!
Age guidance: This performance is recommended for age 3 yrs old and above. Everyone attending, including babies (in arms or on laps) & young children, must have a ticket. This is a health and safety requirement of the theatre to ensure that we are protecting all audience members in the event of an emergency.
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PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES
We have two wheelchair spaces available for each performance. To book wheelchair spaces, be added to the waiting list or ticket returns, please contact Box Office on 01926 856548 (or via our Contact Us page)
We have two wheelchairs spaces as indicated on the seating plan above. To check availability and book please contact the Box Office on 01926 856548 (or email us through our Contact Us page)
Click for Seating Plan
Talisman Theatre and Arts Centre
Barrow Road, Kenilworth CV8 1FN
SHOW DETAILS
Laughter, magic, and family fun!
by Stephen Duckham
Get ready for a magical adventure as we bring the classic tale of ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ to life in a hilarious and heartwarming pantomime production.
Join Jack, his larger-than-life mother, Dame Trot and his many friends as they climb the beanstalk and encounter the world of Giant Blunderbore.
With laughter, music, and plenty of surprises, this timeless story is a treat for the whole family. Get your tickets now and be part of the enchantment!
Age guidance: This performance is recommended for age 3 yrs old and above. Everyone attending, including babies (in arms or on laps) & young children, must have a ticket. This is a health and safety requirement of the theatre to ensure that we are protecting all audience members in the event of an emergency.
CAST & CREW
Cast (Principals)
Fairy Greenbean – Ellie Chapman
Slime – Robert Jones
Tillamina Trot – Alistair Jolliffe
Jack Trot – Kevin Wing
Tommy Trot – Sean Noone
Baroness Betina Beetroot – Amanda Wright
Miranda – Phoebe Dann
Harriet – Amy Jolliffe
Giant Blunderbore – Harry Bowser
Buttercup – Rosie Gowers
Adult Ensemble
Ann Hannan
Chris Flood
Jane Yates
Laurie Weston
Junior Chorus
Natasha Hall
Leigh Hall
Hannah McDermott
Lucy Henderson
Matthew Jolliffe
Alana Kelly
Evie Riman
Lily King
Crew & Creatives
Director – Gill Halford
Assistant Director / Choreographer – Sally Jolliffe
Production Manager- Wendy Elliott
Musical Arranger – Ben Kelly
Set Design – Wendy Morris
Lighting Designer – Steve Roberts
Lighting operator – Nigel Elliott
Sound Design & Operator – Dik Thacker
Wardrobe – Sam Harris & Team
Dance Captains – Natasha Hall & Hannah McDermott
Props – Laura Henderson
Chaperone Lead – Corrina Jacob
Backstage Crew – Steve Sanday & Team
Publicity – Sharon Sully
Photography – Robert Warner
CAST PHOTOS
Ellie Chapman
Rob Jones
Alistair Joliffe
Kevin Wing
Sean Noone
Amanda Wright
Phoebe Dann
Amy Jolliffe
Harry Bowser
Rosie Gowers
Ann Hannan
Christine Flood
Jane Yates
Laurie Weston
Natasha Hall
Leigh Hall
Hannah McDermott
Lucy Henderson
Matthew Jolliffe
Alana Kelly
Evie Riman
Lily King
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