Cinderella – The NEN – North Edinburgh News

The CBeebies panto Cinderella is coming to the big screen in Edinburgh from tomorrow (Friday 21^st November).

This new adaptation of Cinderella starring Evie Pickerill, Rhys Stephenson, Justin Fletcher and Jennie Dale was set and was filmed in Bradford as part of the BBC’s City of Culture partnership.

Now a festive family tradition, CBeebies Panto Cinderella is the eighth CBeebies pantomime to receive a big screen release since 2018. It premieres in cinemas across the UK with an exclusive song and can be enjoyed throughout the festive season.

This fun, distinctively CBeebies take sees Cinderella, Buttons and some funny new characters in a show packed with singing, dancing and comedy for all the family.

When Prince Brad announces he’s hosting a dazzling Mirror Ball, Cinderella sets off on a journey to find her perfect “thing” to bring to the party. With encouragement from her loyal friend Buttons, she tries her hand at crafting, cooking, and even sports – all while fending off the antics of the hyper competitive Darcy Dribble.

Just as Cinderella begins to lose hope, a visit to the local corner shop reveals her fairy godparents in disguise, ready to conjure up a pumpkin carriage, a sparkling party dress, and a golden microphone that will change everything.

The hilarious adventure stars a host of CBeebies favourites and is filled with twists, turns, magic and music, including a song exclusive to cinemas.

Eve Gabereau, Director of Distribution at Vue Lumiere, said: “The CBeebies panto has built up a loyal following who love to visit the cinema to indulge in the festive fun on offer.

“We’re delighted to be working with the BBC again this year to bring the annual panto delights to over 350 cinemas across the UK and Ireland, and allowing families and friends to see it on the big screen together.

“It’s a fantastic big screen event that we hope will encourage kids to fall in love with the cinema experience, as well as providing a fun day out for the whole family.”

Lesley Bailey, Head of Franchise Brands for BBC Content said: “The CBeebies Panto introduces preschoolers to their first ever panto and cinema experience. Bringing families together across the UK to enjoy beautiful storytelling, slap stick comedy and sing along moments from their favourite performers, all wrapped up in CBeebies’ bow.”

CBeebies Christmas Panto: Cinderella will be in Vue Edinburgh Ocean Terminal, Vue Edinburgh Omni Centre, Cineworld Edinburgh, Odeon Fort Kinnaird and Odeon Luxe Edinburgh West from Friday 21^st November, with tickets and listings available now at www.cbeebiespanto.com.

It’s become as much of a local Christmas tradition as mince pies or mulled wine – the Pilton Equalities Project Christmas Panto! This year’s spectacular was Cinderella and PEP served up another Christmas cracker.

THEODORA HILDAGO (who is far too modest to say that she co-wrote and directed the show – and played Cinderella too!) reports:

PEP’s Panto Time

On Thursday 18 December PEP took over the Granton Baptist Church for their Christmas celebrations. Around 100 people arrived to watch the show.

The evening started off with some lovely dancing from the children of the Edinburgh Dance Academy. They performed six wonderful routines, delighting the audience.

Then came the main event; PEP staff and service users performing their rendition of the classic pantomime ‘Cinderella’. The audience loved it, and the performers had a great time too!

There was singing from the ugly sisters, dancing from the ‘Neighbourhood Group Bollywood Dancers’ dancing to ‘Jai Ho’, and a dance routine from the Weekend Resource ‘Santa-Claus Dancers’… and did everyone live happily ever after? Of course!

After the show the buffet of sandwiches, sausage rolls, and juice was served in the kitchen and lounge. Then finally manager Helen announced the raffle. There was wine and chocolates up for grabs and six lovely food hampers donated by the staff and visitors of Liberton Hospital.

It was an amazing evening and we would like to thank everyone for all their hard work to make it happen. Thank you and ‘Merry Christmas’!

CAST LIST

Cinderella: Theodora Hidalgo

Buttons: Ray Fleming

Prince Charming: Ian Mason

Page: Lee Cooper

Ugly sister Franchesca: Frances Durie

Ugly sister Georgina: George Reavley

Fairy Godmother: Elaine Anderson

Pianist: Natasha Ong

Bollywood Dancers: David Aris; Lesley Chilcott: Lee Cooper; Kristy Duff; David Durie; Peter Holdsworth; Mandy Hosey; Mark Howie; Johnny Kirkland; Sean Muir

Santa-Claus Dancers: Margaret Aldershaw; Jean Irvine; Grace Paul; Moira Stone

BACKSTAGE:

Written by: Frances Durie and Theodora Hidalgo

Director: Theodora Hidalgo

Prop Design: Tuesday Literacy group, Neighbourhood Group, Weekend Resource service users, volunteers and staff

3D Set: Phillip Fitness

Costumes: Weekend Resource service users, volunteers and staff

Stage Manager: Diane Palmer

Stage Hands Harry Lawrie, Charlie Marshall, Dode Reid

Music: Rev. Ian Dickie

This show would not have been possible without the support of all of the staff at PEP. Thanks also to the volunteers who have helped out and donated items for the show.

A huge thank you to Ian Dickie at the Granton Baptist Church for his time and patience!