Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Neil Jones will lead the cast of this year's Christmas pantomime, Cinderella, at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool. The show runs from December 12 to 29 at The Auditorium, with Jones performing as Prince Charming from December 20 after his appearance on the current series of Strictly.
Cast and Performances
Neil Jones, 44, joined the BBC ballroom and Latin show in 2016 and has become a fan favourite. He will be joined by Bippo, celebrating his 10-year anniversary at The Auditorium, as the lovable Buttons, and Liverpool's own internet icon, The Queen of Scotty Road, as Dandini. West End stars Orla Ridpath (Young Frankenstein, Matilda) and Shelley Anne Rivers will portray the wicked Ugly Sisters, while theatrical star Dominic Mattos plays Fairy Godmother and Rebecca Lake steps into the glass slippers as Cinderella.
Ticket Information
Ticket prices start at £28.50 for silver performances and £32.50 for gold performances. Meet and greet experiences are available, including prime seating, a signed show poster, and an exclusive post-show meetup. Silver packages cost £60.00 and gold packages are priced at £65.00. Tickets are on sale now via the official M&S Bank Arena website.
Show Description
The production promises "show-stopping songs, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and enchanting special effects," according to the official description. The story follows Cinderella as she dreams of escaping her chores and meeting Prince Charming, with help from Buttons, Dandini, and her Fairy Godmother, despite the wicked Ugly Sisters' interference.
