Book today for this Beauty of a panto! Actress Dame Maureen Lipman returns to Richmond to star as Mrs Potty in this enchanting pantomime adventure, alongside comedy magician Pete Firman as Silly Billy. One of the most romantic pantos of all time, Beauty and the Beast will be a spectacular production for all the family. Joining Dame Maureen Lipman and Pete Firman, Ben Stock transitions from his award-winning Ugly Sister performances across 19 seasons of pantomime to the role of Dame Betty Bouffant in Beauty and The Beast. Luke McCall, known for his roles in West End productions such as Les Misérables and The Phantom of the Opera, will play Prince Sebastian / The Beast. Jason Leigh Winter brings his experience from productions like Moulin Rouge! and Frozen to the role of Flash Harry, promising to add flair to the performance. Cherece Richards also joins the cast as The Enchantress fresh from Shrek The Musical UK & Ireland Tour and starring in the 2023 production of Once On This Island at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre. Dreaming of a happier life, Belle finds herself transported to a cursed castle and held captive by a terrifying beast. To her surprise, the castle is full of magical characters placed under a spell by an evil enchantress. Can Belle see beyond the monster and fall in love with her captor before the last petal falls from the enchanted rose? Or will the Beast’s selfishness cost him the world he once knew and the hand of the girl who has melted his heart? Featuring spectacular special effects, beautiful costumes and scenery, and a chance for audiences to come together and share the magic of live theatre. With generous discounts for groups, concessions, and special rates for schools available for selected performances, book your tickets today.