The full cast has been unveiled for this year’s highly anticipated pantomime at the Cliffs Pavilion in Westcliff.

Jack and the Beanstalk will be hosted at the Cliffs Pavilion, from Saturday, December 14, 2024, to Sunday, January 5, 2025, offering a delightful treat this festive season.

There will be several well-known faces from the entertainment industry, joining TV personality Rylan Clark in the upcoming adventure.

Cast - Jack and the BeanstalkCast - Jack and the Beanstalk (Image: Southend Theatres)

Rylan, who rose to fame on The X Factor and Celebrity Big Brother, has since become one of the UK’s most beloved broadcasters.

Known for his work on shows like Eurovision, This Morning, and Celebrity Gogglebox, he brings his signature charisma and humour to the panto stage as The Spirit of the Beans.

Joining Rylan is comedian and pantomime favourite Aaron James, who will play the role of Silly Simon. A well-established performer, Aaron has shared stages with sports legends like George Best and Joe Calzaghe and promises to bring plenty of laughs to the production.

Neal Wright, whose credits include West End shows like Mamma Mia! and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, will don the iconic role of Dame Trot.

Meanwhile, Nic Greenshields, fresh from his performance as the Lion in The Wizard of Oz, takes on the Fleshcreep.

West End star Toby Miles, known for his roles in Les Misérables and Mamma Mia!, will play Jack Trot, while Allana Taylor, currently touring in Hairspray, will play Princess Jill.

The production promises to deliver all the magic of a traditional British pantomime, complete with hilarious comedy, show-stopping songs, spectacular special effects, and plenty of audience participation.

Tickets for Jack and the Beanstalk are available now at thecliffspavilion.co.uk.