Beauty and the Beast

This Christmas, Croydon sparkles brighter than ever as Fairfield Halls proudly presents UK Productions’ spectacular pantomime take on the timeless tale – Beauty and the Beast.
 
This glittering festive extravaganza promises West End-calibre production values, breathtaking sets, glittering costumes and sensational choreography – all wrapped up in a magical story filled with laughter, romance and wonder.
 
Leading this star-studded cast is Ellie Dadd, beloved by millions as EastEnders’ Amy Mitchell, who brings warmth, grace and charisma to the role of Belle, the kind-hearted heroine who captures hearts wherever she goes. Sharing the stage with her is the outrageously funny Charlie Guest as Louis La Plonk, returning for his third triumphant year to deliver his trademark comedy and charm, and Croydon’s own panto legend Jamie Steen as the uproarious Polly La Plonk, dazzling in outrageous costumes and bringing riotous humour and show-stopping flair to the stage.
They’re joined by West End favourite Sorelle Marsh as the enchanting Fairy Bon Bon, whose sparkle and warmth have lit up hit shows including Come From Away, Mamma Mia! and Legally Blonde. Will Haswell who brings quick wit and charm as Hugo Pompidou, following standout turns in Back to the Future, The Book of Mormon and Jersey Boys. And Samuel John Taylor adds heart and romance as The Prince, showcasing the rich vocals and presence that have made him one to watch after appearances in The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado.
 
Produced by UK Productions Ltd., the acclaimed team behind many of the UK’s most spectacular pantomimes, this production is written by award-winning writer Jon Monie, directed by Sarah Redmond, and choreographed by Anthony Whiteman – the powerhouse creative trio behind hits such as Aladdin, Peter Pan and Snow White. With lavish new sets, show-stopping musical numbers and jaw-dropping special effects, this is UK Productions’ definitive take on the timeless tale – magical, musical and utterly unmissable.
 
Beauty and the Beast is the festive spectacular everyone is talking about – the unmissable highlight of the Christmas season – thrilling, heart-warming and bursting with festive magic.
 
This is not just a pantomime – it’s the Christmas event Croydon has been waiting for.