The glittering festive offering from the Theatre Royal Bath is Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs.
Some of the cast of this year’s pantomime | Photo © Freia Turland
Written by Jon Monie, this is yet another glorious Christmas treat for old and young alike.
Following the traditional tale of love, anger and jealousy; all is neatly resolved to ensure a perfect happy ending.
Bath favourite Jon Monie returns, in his element, as Muddles alongside Nick Wilton as Dame Dilly Donut.
The pairing is, as always, hugely successful with much laughter and fun along the way. Besides the classic ghost gag, Monie has written an astute parody of Park Life whilst The Twelve Days of Christmas is an absolute blast.
Olivia Birchenough and George Olney as Snow White and Prince Frederick are instant hits. They are picture perfect whilst Olney has the opportunity to showcase impressive vocals alongside the fun and potential danger.
Emma Norman is a delightfully terrifying Queen Grimelda, far more of a central role for the “baddie” which ensures roof-raising responses from the audience. Her appearance at the end of Act One is epic and threatening atop the house promising chaos for the young lovers.
The dwarfs capture the audience from the outset, making fun of the Disney restrictions whilst clearly having the best time. There are also wonderfully crafted cameos for the dwarfs to switch from their home to the action where George Appleby as Whiffy particularly shines – but no spoilers here.
The opening of Act 2 is a glittering kick to ensure the audience are back in the game following the interval.
This is great fun, with well-chosen songs. The company work hard to bring the extra sparkle and the appearance of the Dorothy Coleborn cohort are an extra sprinkle of festive dust.
Grab your tickets for another traditional panto; full of heart, charm and warmth for the entire family.
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Reviewer: Petra Schofield
