HAIRSPRAY STAR LEANNE JONES JOINS PANTO

AWARD-WINNING HAIRSPRAY STAR LEANNE JONES JOINS THE CAST OF THE ALHAMBRA THEATRE'S PANTOMIME 

Bradford's Alhambra Theatre has announced that one of the leading cast members of the hugely-popular West End production of Hairspray is to join the line-up for the theatre's Christmas pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.

Leanne Jones became an overnight star when she landed the role of Tracy Turnblad in the award-winning West End production of Hairspray shortly after graduating from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts.

In the first year of Hairspray's success, Leanne was awarded the 'Critics Circle Award for Best Newcomer', the 'Theatregoers Choice Award 2008' for Best Actress in A Musical and 'The Laurence Olivier Award 2008' for Best Actress in a Musical. As well as her stage roles, Leanne has also appeared on numerous television programmes, including The Paul O'Grady Show, The Royal Variety Performance 2007, I'd Do Anything, BBC Let's Dance for Comic Relief 2009 and BBC1's Tonight's The Night with John Barrowman.

Jack and the Beanstalk sees Leanne making her pantomime debut. The cast of West Yorkshire's biggest pantomime is led by Billy Pearce, alongside Hayley Tamaddon, who returns to the theatre following her success in last year's production of Cinderella, and Tony Adams.

Adam Renton, the Alhambra Theatre's General Manager says:

"It's great news that Leanne Jones will be coming to Bradford and making her panto debut with us at the Alhambra Theatre; something that is sure to delight audiences of all ages.  West Yorkshire's biggest panto will feature comedy, spectacular sets and outrageous costumes as usual and there are bound to be even more fantastic cast surprises coming your way!"

With over 34,000 tickets already sold don't leave it any longer to book for one of the country's biggest pantomimes. With ticket prices to suit all pockets, you won't have to sell the family cow to enjoy pantomime and outstanding entertainment at its best!

Jack and the Beanstalk runs at Bradford's Alhambra Theatre from Saturday 12 December 2009 to Sunday 31 January 2010.  Tickets can be booked on 01274 432000 or online via bradford-theatres.co.uk (booking fees apply).

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