Jack and the Beanstalk might be a familiar story, but this new pantomime invites you to a entertaining new take on this story!With barrels of laughs, bold characters and a brilliant theatre company: what more could you ask for?
Jack and the Beanstalk is a brilliant story which I always enjoy watching. Knowing DTCo, I already was prepared for a great show, set and talent to come off the stage. The set and lighting were well done throughout the show: regardless of a few technical issues which I’m sure will be polished throughout the run. Unsurprisingly, the ensemble and side characters were amazing: each of them giving a classic pantomime feel to show! The choreography was spot on, specifically during Larger than Life and Dear Future Husband.
Lucy Hunt plays Fairy Moonbeam, a joyful fairy intent on helping our heroes throughout the story. Hunt was brilliant last year as Snow White, continuing to be great this year. Her vocals during Up were some of the best in the show, showing a clear talent. She was also able to complete all the rhyming fairy dialogue incredibly well, which can often be a difficult task.
Lee Gibbons plays Fleshcreep, the evil henchman to the giant living in the clouds. Gibbons’s creepy delivery and impressive makeup made this a character of pure evil, in all the best ways! His constant presence throughout the show set the main characters back and Gibbons’s delivery is the stand out of the show! The audience was fully engaged in booing and hissing throughout which helped balance the dialogue well!
Miami Standing plays Jill, the girl who which Jack is eager to marry but she might have other ideas. Standing was in Grease earlier this year, in which she showed some incredible vocals and acting: which followed into this show. During the first half specifically, Standing seemed to be singing in nearly every song, which was great to hear as she has a fantastic voice! Specifically, Dear Future Husband was a great number with fun choreography and solid vocals for Standing!
Ryan Standing plays Billy, Dame’s Trott’s silly son who always has the audience engaged. Standing is the Joe Tracini of DTCo, returning yearly as the fun sidekick. Standing continues to be funny throughout this show too, showing great comedic timing regardless of a few technical teething problems. The children were very invested in his interactions, specifically when mentioning the popular trend ‘6 7’.
Lee Knights plays Dame Dottie Trott, the mother of both Billy and Jack. Knights has been the dame for quite a few shows at DTCo and you can tell he understands what works well and what doesn’t. Whilst on stage, Knights is good at being the classic pantomime dame: showing his experience throughout. The dynamics between Knights and the rest of the cast worked very well, showing the talent he has as an actor! Not to mention Knights offered the audience many laughs!
Kyle Davy plays Jack, a charming young man who has a kind heart and is ready to save the day. Davy is new to DTCo but seemed to have of confidence on stage, especially being the name of the show. His vocals were commendable and he was able to act each scene really well. I’d be interested to know if he has had past acting experience as he was really solid throughout the show: showing great talent.
Jack and the Beanstalk continues to play until the new year! Book your tickets now!
Max
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