Pelsall set for family pantomime with a hair-raising twist
Thespian Arts is bringing its production of Rapunzel to Pelsall next February, with local performers taking to the stage in a fundraising show for the community
A local performing arts company is bringing a family pantomime to Pelsall next February, with the production also raising funds for community theatre projects.
Thespian Arts is teaming up with Pelsall Community and Arts Centre to stage Rapunzel The Pantomime on February 6 and 7, 2027.
The production features a NODA award-winning script, with the classic fairy tale given a modern twist through comedy, slapstick and plenty of family-friendly fun.
The story follows a feisty Rapunzel as she fights for her freedom, with the possibility of true love along the way.
Thespian Arts works with more than 300 young people every week through sessions at local community centres and schools. Some have been attending for nearly ten years, while the company itself will celebrate its 10th anniversary in March 2027.
The pantomime will see several of the company's tutors take to the stage, including Georgia Burgess as Rapunzel, Joshua Gallagher as Dame Flora Follicle, Danny Western as Prince Pompadour and Kaitie Surridge as Mother Gothel.
They will be joined by local children and adults, including some who attend the company's weekly sessions and parents of young performers.
The production will raise funds for both Thespian Arts and the community centre, with profits going towards creating further theatre projects.
The organisers hope the show will provide affordable, quality theatre for local families while celebrating the community's passion for the performing arts.
Tickets are available at ticketsource.com/pelsall-community-centre or by calling the box office on 01922 682156.