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Aladdin Has Become St Helens Theatre Royal's Fastest Selling Panto — Featuring A Star-Studded Cast

Writer's picture: Peter Eric LangPeter Eric Lang

It’s Less Than Two Weeks To Go Until Aladdin Will Arrive In The Liverpool City Region On His Magic Carpet For A Spectacular Christmas Show At St Helens Theatre Royal

(Credit: Regal Entertainments/David Munn Photography/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).
(Credit: Regal Entertainments/David Munn Photography/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).
  • Emmerdale star, Liam Fox, leads the cast as Abanazer in his first professional Panto debut.

  • Leanne Campbell set to appear as the Genie of the Mirror.

  • Aladdin at the Theatre Royal runs from the 2nd of December 2023 until the 14th of January 2024.

Emmerdale’s Liam Fox makes his professional panto debut as the evil Abanazer, and panto royalty and queen of the airwaves, Leanne Campbell will appear digitally as the magical Genie of the Mirror.


The seasonal production from acclaimed Panto producers Regal Entertainments will transform the St Helens Theatre Royal stage from Saturday the 2nd of December to Sunday the 14th of January 2024. It’s officially St Helens fastest selling panto ever, so be quick to secure your tickets.

'Aladdin is officially our fastest selling panto ever and we’re absolutely thrilled with the cast this year, it’s going to be magical and our best yet.' - Chantelle Nolan, Theatre Manager and Panto Director.

What's The Story About?

Take a ride on the all-new 3D interactive flying magic carpet ride this Christmas and be whisked off to pantoland where young street urchin Aladdin lives with his hapless brother Wishee Washee and larger-than-life mum Widow Twankey in their family laundry. Then join the young hero as he battles the wicked Abanazer who has a dastardly plan to rule the world with the help of one very special lamp. Can Aladdin save the day - and can he also win the heart of the fair Princess Jasmine?


Who's Starring In The Panto?

Liam Fox and Leanne Campbell are joined by a hugely talented cast, which includes Theatre Royal favourites, Tim Lucas will play Genie of the Lamp, Warren Donnelly is PC Shameless, Lewis Devine is Wishee Washee and Richard Aucott is Widow Twankey, the show also stars newcomers Jess Smith as Princess Jasmine and Alex Aram as Aladdin.


Aladdin is directed by Chantelle Nolan, musical direction by Callum Clarke, choreography by Nazene Langfield and written by Liam Mellor.

The cast of Regal Entertainments' Aladdin posing for photographs outside The Hilton Hotel in Liverpool ONE (Credit: David Munn Photography/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).
The cast of Regal Entertainments' Aladdin posing for photographs outside The Hilton Hotel in Liverpool ONE (Credit: David Munn Photography/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).

Liam Fox is best known for playing Emmerdale’s Dan Spencer and has appeared in more than 1,000 episodes since he joined the award-winning ITV soap in 2011. The popular actor, presenter, voice artist and writer made his professional acting debut in Coronation Street in 1999. His many other TV credits include Dinnerladies, Cold Feet, Clocking Off, Hollyoaks, The Case (Lime Pictures), Our Great Yorkshire Life, Fat Friends, Casualty 1909, and Stephen Poliakoff’s Dancing on the Edge.


Liam has also appeared on stage in productions including The Collector and Tuesday’s Class at the Lowry Studio, Iron (directed by Noreen Kershaw) at Manchester Royal Exchange, The Dumb Waiter for Three Ducks Theatre Company, and Cornered for Rocket Theatre Company.


Liam Fox, said: 'I cannot wait for the panto to begin… I’ve heard nothing but brilliant things about everyone associated with St Helens Theatre Royal so I’m very excited to get going… it’s been over 30 years since I last did a pantomime and over 12 years since I was last on stage, so I’m a tad nervous but raring to go… the script is fabulous so hopefully we can give the people of St Helens plenty of festive fun…'


Meanwhile actress and award-winning Radio City Breakfast Show host Leanne Campbell will play a digital Genie who appears as if by magic at every performance thanks to amazing state-of-the-art audio-visual technology.


Leanne started her acting career at the age of 10, with early roles including Annie at the Liverpool Playhouse and an award-winning performance as young Helen in the much-loved Twopence to Cross the Mersey. She went on to play many leading roles in musicals and plays including Me and My Girl, Carousel, The Sound of Music and Scrooge. She was also cast as Pam in ITV’s Children’s Ward.


In 2020 she wrote and starred in the successful comedy play Pete Price is Dead at Liverpool’s Royal Court, other recent productions include The Salon and Achy Breaky Bride. Her many high-profile panto appearances include five years at the Liverpool Empire and six consecutive years at the city’s M&S Bank arena.


Theatre Manager and Panto Director, Chantelle Nolan says: 'Well we are almost there, huge preparations are going on behind the scenes to bring St Helens a spectacular production this Christmas. Aladdin is officially our fastest selling panto ever and we’re absolutely thrilled with the cast this year, it’s going to be magical and our best yet.'


Chantelle, said: 'Liam Fox is going to be fantastic as a panto villain, while Leanne is panto royalty and will bring plenty of magical sparkle to our state-of-the-art genie. We also have an incredible supporting cast of your favourite St Helens panto stars.'


She added: 'Aladdin is a fantastic adventure story of good triumphing over evil, and it’s a real favourite with the family audiences at St Helens Theatre Royal.'


She said: 'As always, I can guarantee gorgeous sets, dazzling costumes, plenty of laugh-out-loud moments and a soundtrack that will have you dancing in your seat and singing along. This is one not to miss!'


Please Note: Leanne Campbell will appear as the Genie of the Mirror by the power of video projection and does not appear in person.


Tickets can be booked over the phone or in person at the box office between 10am and 5pm, from Monday to Saturday. Tickets can also be purchased online. For more information please visit the St Helens Theatre Royal website.

Liam Fox from Regal Entertainments' Aladdin posing for photographs in Chavasse Park opposite The Hilton Hotel in Liverpool ONE (Credit: David Munn Photography/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).
Liam Fox from Regal Entertainments' Aladdin posing for photographs in Chavasse Park opposite The Hilton Hotel in Liverpool ONE (Credit: David Munn Photography/Image was provided to The Liverpudlian to share, courtesy of the Publicist on behalf of their client. We make no claim to this content).

Aladdin Dates & Prices

  • Regal Entertainments Ltd Present's: Aladdin.

  • Dates: Saturday the 2nd of December 2023 – Sunday the 14th of January 2024.

  • Tickets: From £21* (Schools’ tickets £11*).

*All prices are inclusive of a £1 per seat booking fee. Online bookings are subject to an additional 50p per seat online processing fee.


Where Can I Get Tickets?

Book in person at the Theatre Royal Box Office:

Corporation Street,

St Helens,

Borough of St Helens, WA10 1LQ,

Liverpool City Region, UK.


The Box Office is open from Monday until Saturday from 10am – 5pm. Alternatively, call 01744 756 000 or log onto the St Helens Theatre Royal website.

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