Title "Dick Whittington and His Cat" on a red, sparkly background. Features a silhouette of a cat and scattered gold coins, creating a magical atmosphere.

News Three familiar faces are back at Cast this Christmas for Dick Whittington!

8 May 2026

News Story

We are excited to announce three fantastic actors are returning to Cast this festive season for our Purr-fect Christmas panto, Dick Whittington and His Cat! 

A performer in a vibrant burger costume, complete with bun, lettuce, and tomato, gestures expressively on a colorful stage with playful, whimsical set design.

Ben Eagle

A person in a red cap and overalls holds a fluffy duck puppet, making a comical face. The colorful background suggests a playful, theatrical setting.

Harry Gascoigne

A performer in a vibrant yellow costume with blue hearts and a red bodice, holding mops. The background is colorful and abstract; the expression is dramatic.

Adam Porter Smith

Audience favourite Ben Eagle is back for a fourth consecutive year as our fabulous Dame, Sarah the Cook! Harry Gascoigne, the other half of everyone's favourite double act, returns after a year away to take the title role of Dick Whittington! Finally, after last year as one of our Ugly Sisters, Adam Porter Smith, will once again be causing mayhem as shop keeper, Fitzy, Sarah the Cook's love interest! 

Dick Whittington and his Cat runs from Fri 27 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027.

Tickets start at £15 and can be purchased online or over the phone on 01302 303959.

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