Jack wows crowds at the Everyman (From Wilts and Gloucestershire Standard)

Jack wows crowds at the Everyman

THE Everyman's reputation for producing a wonderful show for all the family has made their pantomime the 'must see' every Christmas and this year will be no exception.

Jack and the Beanstalk is the classic tale of a boy, his cow and a very large weed problem, but the Everyman's production is made much more special with lots of local references.

There's Apperley the good fairy, Stinchcombe and Oddington the baddies, Dame Trot, Berkeley the dog and beautiful Cherington as well as furry and feathered friends!

Every year the Everyman creates its very own pantomime from scratch. Sue Colverd, the theatre's Artistic Director, is writer and director.

The music has been written by Gareth Ellis with costumes and set designed by Gloucester-based Charles Cusick Smith and Phil R Daniels.

"So often I'm asked 'which TV stars have you got in your panto this year?'" said Meg Jackson, Press and PR Marketing Officer at the Everyman.

"I'm always very proud to say that we don't have TV stars in our show. For one thing, we don't need them! We always have a fantastic team of professional actors who bring the story to life and wow the big and little members of the audience!"

The Everyman sees its pantomime as the jewel in its crown and it's not difficult to see why.

Every aspect of the production is created just for the Everyman; from beautiful baubles on dresses to the magical music! Even the show's sponsor is local; it's the Cheltenham and Gloucester!

Tickets for this fabulous family show which runs until January 14 can be booked by calling the Everyman's box office on 01242 572573.