James Cartwright, known for his role in Coronation Street, will portray the villain Abanazar in the pantomime Aladdin at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre, running from December 5, 2026, to January 3, 2027. The cast also includes Noel Brodie as Wishee Washee and Jamie Steen as Widow Twankey. Cartwright expressed excitement about performing in Bournemouth during the festive season, highlighting the tradition of pantomime. Producer Martin Dodd, along with Steve Turner from BH Live, anticipates a magical experience with plenty of fun and villainy. More information is available on the Bournemouth Pavilion website.
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