IN HOT pursuit of their Diamond Gems sixtieth anniversary celebration, members of Twyford Drama are already busy preparing their next show.
It will include magical oriental sets, rhythmic dances, colourful costumes and a host of unique pyrotechnics.
This year, at their annual January pantomime, ‘panda-monium’ will break out at Loddon Hall, as Twyford Drama performs Ben Crocker’s hilarious traditional pantomime, Aladdin.
Peter King, who has directed (and appeared) in many of the group’s plays and
pantomimes over the years, will be directing – his seventh panto as director.
“Aladdin boasts the usual plethora of traditional panto characters,” said Joanne Davis from Twyford Drama, “including: conniving wicked sorcerer Abanazar; amiable street urchin protagonist, Aladdin; man-mad melodramatic mother Widow Twankey; and ravishing – yet lonely – Princess, Jasmine.”
The action also features a loveable, mischievous panda called Nobby.
She continued: “Mischief, magic and mayhem enmesh in a hilarious adventure as Aladdin’s family strive to thwart Abanazar.
“Audiences will be able to join Aladdin and his friends as, under the influence of the wicked Abanazer, he searches for a magic lamp.
“Will Abanazer succeed with his evil scheme, or will the goodies win the day?
“Will Widow Twankey’s laundry be a complete washout?
“Will the Genie of the Lamp and the Genie of the Ring combine in a show of absolute genius?
“Can Wishee Washee, Aladdin’s half-witted brother, wish upon a star?
“Do join us in this entertaining panto classic and bring along your friends and
family.
“Let’s let the genie out of the lamp.”
Tickets are now available for the event, which will take place at Loddon Hall, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, January 16, 17, and 18.
Performances are at 7.45pm on Friday, 2pm and 7pm on Saturday, and at 2pm on Sunday.
For tickets and information, visit: twyforddrama.co.uk, or call: 0118 3282825.
