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Dame Bella and Dennis return to the stage this Christmas as a North East theatre brings a fresh twist to a classic fairy tale.
The Customs House, in South Shields, will present Sleeping Beauty from November 20 to January 2, promising audiences a panto packed with laughs, music, and audience participation.
The production is written by Ray Spencer and Graeme Thompson, and features Mr Spencer as Dame Bella, Glen Richard Townsend as Dennis, and Steven Lee Hamilton as the wicked Melania.
Kelly Anders, chief executive of The Customs House, said: "We are all really excited about this year's show.
"We are bringing to life a family favourite for the first time in more than 15 years and putting our unique Customs House spin on it.
"We have assembled a fantastic cast and creative team, bringing together familiar faces and those who are new to The Customs House, and we can't wait to see our audiences' reaction."
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Making their Customs House pantomime debuts are Olivia Walker Toward as Princess Celestre and Savannah McKenzie as Fairy Loveday.
The show is directed by Natasha Haws, with musical direction by Jen Stevens and choreography by Jack Pallister.
Tickets start at £14 and are available from The Customs House box office by calling 0191 455 1234.