The cast for this year's Helix Christmas panto has been revealed with a well-known Britain's Got Talent star in the mix.
Treasure Island will be running from Friday, November 24 until Sunday, January 14 as part of this year's festivities. The panto, produced by TheatreworX Productions, will be starring classically trained Britain’s Got Talent singer, Leah Barniville from Co Meath.
With an exciting new script including plenty of twists and turns, Treasure Island promises to be yet another hilarious production for all the family to enjoy with eye-catching sets, song, and dance. Other cast members include West End performer, Barry Keenan playing Long John Silver, AIMS award winner and funnyman, Chris Corroon returns to the panto spotlight as Dame Lola, while panto favourites including Aidan Mannion as Laurel and James Deegan as Billy Bones amongst many others.
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Leah said: "I’m thrilled to be joining The Helix Panto cast and taking the leap onto the panto stage this Christmas. Going to the panto is such a beloved tradition with audiences of all ages and I look forward to being part of that Christmas magic. Here’s to a great run with the wonderful cast and the TheatreworX team."
Creative Director of TheatreworX Productions and producer of The Helix Panto, Claire Tighe said: “We are thrilled to be returning to The Helix for another exciting run of festive magic, belly laughs along with spectacular sets and costumes as we transform The Helix into our magical panto land.
"We’re delighted to be able to welcome back our school tours this year, allowing kids of all ages to enjoy the magic of live theatre which for many is their first experience. With new cast members and our resident panto favourites, we’re looking forward to the panto season ahead."
Tickets for Treasure Island are priced from €27.50 (plus booking fees) and are on sale now on The Helix website and at The Helix Box Office.
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