Aladdin (Star-Struck Theatre Company)
Yes, it's Panto Season and even in these strange and uncertain times the classic yuletide entertainment phenomenon is still alive and kicking with Star-Struck Theatre Company and I joined them back in Old Peking (well Sedgley but, there are some distinct similarities !) for their production of Aladdin. Let's get one thing clear if you're likely to be taken in by that 'new lamps for old' jazz, then you may well find yourself duped and under the evil control of Abanazar a frighteningly convincing performance from Pat Lewis, just remember what your mother always told you and never exchange anything with a dodgy looking bloke dressed in black. Ask Jasmine if you don't believe me, almost forced into marriage and only escaping by the skin of her teeth from a fate worse than death ! Never a part quite extensive enough to contain the talent of Vicky Bull but, performed exquisitely with some show-stopping vocals (inc. Roar and Holding out for a Hero). If you need somebod