TALENTED youngsters from across the Warrington area will be putting their best foot forward this week in celebration of a giant of a pantomime.
Felicia Burns’ School of Dance will be stealing the limelight as Jack and the Beanstalk opens at the Parr Hall today (Friday).
Over the past 20 years, the school has played a key role in the annual show, and this year is no exception as 20 youngsters join the professional cast on stage.
With dancers as young as 10 taking part, Tony Peers’ annual production offers aspiring performers a rare opportunity to showcase their talents, and school principal Felicia Burns is as delighted as ever to be involved.
She said: “We’re very, very proud and pleased to be involved in it. It’s a privilege to be asked.
“Just the fact that the kids are working with a professional company means they learn so much from that. Also, it’s great to see the sheer enjoyment they get from it – they absolutely love it.”
Phil Beck, writer and director of this year’s production, is thrilled to have the dance school on board.
He said: “It brings a local angle to the show and it’s always nice to have that local connection.
It’s a real pleasure to have them involved – plus it gives the dancers a great experience. We’re proud to have them involved.”
This year’s pantomime tells the tall tale of Jack, who gets into trouble with his mother for selling the family cow for a handful of beans. However, Jack’s dreams come true when the beans grow into an enormous beanstalk, which he climbs to discover a new land above the
clouds. Thanks to his daring nature, Jack outwits terrifying giants to make his fortune and live happily ever after.
The show runs from today until Sunday, January 14.
Tickets are still on sale at www.pyramidparrhall.com or by calling Box Office on 01925 442345.
