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UK LGBT EVENTS - Beowulf: An Eic Panto @ Kings Head Theatre
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Beowulf: An Eic Panto @ Kings Head Theatre

Charles Court Operas legendary boutique panto returns. This famous early medieval epic tale gets a wickedly entertaining CCO makeover in a fiery adventure like no other. Join Beowulf, Grendel - Grendels Mother - and a maelstrom of other characters, in this unmissable panto, packed with mammoth musical numbers, and led by a colossally talented cast. Previews: 26, 27 November Press Night: 30 November Adults Only Performances (all 7pm): 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 29, 30 December. 1 January. Multi-Generational Family Groups: are welcome at all 3pm performances. CAST & CREATIVES Starring Matthew Kellett Philip Lee Emily Cairns Jennie Jacobs Julia Mariko Smith Kirsty McLean Director and Writer John Savournin Music, Lyrics, Musical Direction and Sound Design David Eaton Choreographer David Hulston Set and Costume Designer Stewart J Charlesworth Associate Designer Elizabeth Greengass Lighting Designer Jo Palmer Producer for Charles Court Opera Catherine Chibnall Stage Manager Octavia Penes Stage Manager Paris Wu Production Manager John Page

Tickets : £ Various Tickets

Address : Kings Head Theatre
115 Upper Street
London
N1 1QN

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