PANTO REVIEW: Rosanna Rothery sees Cinderella at the Queen's Theatre
FABULOUS frocks, frivolous locks and ridiculous socks — yes it's the ugly sisters in their ghastly get ups. This year it's a case of being blimmin' bling-tastic as the girls put on a marvellous display of vacuous vanity and vulgarity.
Anthony Stuart-Hicks (Daffodil) and David Phipps-Davis (Tulip) are, without a shadow of doubt, the sauciest and the silliest sisters is skirts you're likely to see in pantoland. They're simply great!
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The ugly sisters Tulip and Daffodil go to the ball. Picture by J&A Cameras.
Daft and dumpy, Tulip, with a dubious taste clothes, is the perfect foil to Daffodil's superficial, snazzy and (I can't believe I'm writing this) enviably slinky style (think Paris Hilton, complete with the accessory dog, crossed with Lily Savage).
The funny fellas in frocks light up every scene they're in and make for a marvellous pair of manless old maids.
Don't let the fact that this year's seasonal offering has no famous actors put you off booking tickets. The lads in drag are reason enough to turn out for a panto that simply zips along with one upbeat scene after the next, proving to be top-notch family entertainment from beginning to end.
Read Rosanna Rothery's full panto report in the Journal on Thursday, December 17.
4 Comments
by Flossie, Barnstaple
Wednesday, December 16 2009, 11:43AM
“Thank you North Devon Theatres, what a fantastic pantomime you've produced again this year. It's magical, funny, full of slapstick and plenty of audience participation. I have to laugh at one of the 'Anon' comments. It is only at adult who would perceive Merlin to be in his underpants - shame on you. Children are full of innocence and wonder and it's only your imagination that gives any adult theme to the poor chap having to perform on stage in his shorts. What about two men dressed in tights - that's normal and appropriate?”
by Anon, Devon
Tuesday, December 15 2009, 2:12PM
“Not sure myself.... I did feel having seen Jack and The Beanstalk last year which was fabulous that this wasn't quite as good. There didnt seem to be enough pzazz to keep the children entertained and it was way too long at just short of three hours. And as for Merlin in his underpants on a stage in front of children??? totally inappropriate. 5/10 I'm afraid. Anon, Bideford”
by Anon, Barnstaple
Monday, December 14 2009, 7:18PM
“I came to see the show on Saturday.
Well done to all the Cinderella cast.It was fantastic!.A great laugh to put you in the festive spirit.
Good luck to the cast for the performances to come.”
by Anon, Barnstaple
Monday, December 14 2009, 6:48PM
“I came to see Cinderella at the weekend.
Well done Cinderella cast.It was fantastic!
Good Luck in the performances to come!”