The Everyman & Playhouse have announced that this year’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll panto at the Everyman will be Rapunzel: Hairway to Heaven at the Hope Street venue from 28th November to 23rd January. Regular writers and Sarah A. Nixon and Mark Chatterton have adapted the Brothers Grimm’s tale. Whilst audiences can expect a heroine with long flowing locks and a gallant Prince, the traditional story may get a little ‘tangled’ along the way. With a live band, plenty of belly laughs and more than a few surprises Rapunzel is sure to be the perfect festive treat.

Unlike any other panto in the city, the multi-talented cast sing, dance, entertain and play music live and are sure to make Rapunzel a great night out for all ages. Among the cast will be legendary double-act Adam Keast and Francis Tucker who will once again bring the audience to their feet to dance and cheer or avoid a soaking.

Audiences will be treated to even more flying, water and special effects than ever before, all inside the Everyman’s famous three sided auditorium. Crowds will also be able to see their fellow audience members dancing and get close to the action – just beware of the wicked witch!

Everyman and Playhouse Artistic Director Gemma Bodinetz said,“Our much-loved rock ‘n’ roll panto is famous for fantastical plots, hilarious puns, dazzling singing and musicianship, all wrapped up in a magical bundle of joyous anarchy. It is as much a party as a show, full of families and laughter, magic and fart gags.”

For the fifth time the rock ‘n’ roll panto will include an autism friendly/relaxed performance which increases in popularity every year. This year’s show will be staged on Monday 18th January. There will also be a range of British Sign Language, captioned and audio described performances throughout the run.

So dig out your party pants, break out the glitter and wave your flashing wand as the legendary rock ‘n’ roll panto is back to shake, rattle and roll the Everyman rafters once more!

Tickets are priced at £12.50 – £27.50. Tickets are available from the Box office, by telephone on 0151 7094776 or online at www.everymanplayhouse.com.