Jamie Steen to return as Widow Twankey in Aladdin pantomime

Pantomime legend Jamie Steen will appear as Widow Twankey in this year's production of Aladdin at Bournemouth Pavilion.

Mr Steen said: "Cooee Bournemouth!!!

"It's lovely to be coming back to the Bournemouth Pavilion alongside the wonderful Noel Brodie.

Jamie Steen will return and star in this year's panto of Aladdin at Bournemouth Pavilion as Widow Twankey (Image: BH Live)

"I can’t wait to bring lots of fun, cheekiness and wonderful fashion as Widow Twankey in Aladdin.

"So looking forward to seeing the fabulous audiences of Bournemouth.

"See you all soon my lovelies."

The show will run from December 5, to January 3, 2027.

Martin Dodd, producer at UK Productions Ltd, said: "We’re absolutely delighted to be welcoming Jamie Steen back to Bournemouth Pavilion this Christmas as our fabulous Widow Twankey.

"He’s one of those rare performers who can light up the stage and have audiences laughing within seconds.

"There’s a real affection for him here, and you can feel that connection every time he performs.

"If you joined us last year and had a fantastic time, we’re taking everything up another level this Christmas – it’s bigger, brighter and packed with even more surprises, more laughs and those real ‘wow’ moments that make you turn to the person next to you and say, ‘this is brilliant’."

Bournemouth Pavilion is operated by BH Live in partnership with BCP Council.

Tickets for Aladdin are on sale from the Bournemouth Pavilion website.

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