The Fonz, ex-Atomic Kitten Natasha Hamilton and Les Dennis to star in the Empire's Xmas panto.
The Liverpool Empire has revealed its three principal cast members of this year’s Christmas pantomime, PETER PAN, sponsored by Robinsons.
American TV and movie star aka The Fonz, HENRY WINKLER will play Captain Hook.
Henry said: “I am so excited to be returning to the UK to appear in Peter Pan.
"The Liverpool Empire is one of the most beautiful theatres in the country and it will be a pleasure to perform there.
"I really look forward to meeting the people of Liverpool.... so hook your tickets now to board the Jolly Roger.”
Liverpudlian singer and Atomic Kitten star NATASHA HAMILTON is to play Peter Pan, with fellow Scouser LES DENNIS playing a pantomime dame in the form of the Darling family’s cook and later, Hook’s cook!
This is a welcome return to the Empire stage for actor, presenter and comedian Les, whose performance as Buttons in last year’s panto Cinderella received rave reviews.
Natasha, whose Peter Pan role will be her debut in panto, said: “I am so honoured to be asked to appear as Peter Pan at the Liverpool Empire.
"The children can’t wait to come and see their Mummy flying! It’s going to be a great experience.”
Les said: “I can’t tell you how thrilled I am to be coming back to the Liverpool Empire for the second year running.
"I had the best time last year, to be at home for Christmas is fantastic and the Liverpool audiences are just great!
"This time you get to see me in a frock as well – that is not to be missed, I can’t wait to get started!”
Peter Pan is produced by First Family Entertainment, responsible for last year’s Christmas show Cinderella at the Empire, which was widely acknowledged as Britain’s number one panto.
This year’s show promises to delight audiences in the same glittering, spectacular style, with lavish staging and costumes and a fantastic cast and script.
Hannah Collins, General Manager at the Liverpool Empire, said: "We're delighted to have another exciting line-up confirmed for this year's panto after having such a great time last Christmas with Cinderella!
"It's very exciting to welcome an American star like Henry to Liverpool alongside homegrown talents Les and Natasha."
http://www.liverpoolempire.org.uk/
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