Puss in Boots

Details

Pantomime,when the miller dies his youngest son is disappointed to hear that all he got is a cat. But he soon discovers that this is no ordinary cat but a cat who can talk and who makes up the most amazing stories and lies. Many, many years ago when cats were cats and mice lived in fear of their lives, there lived a particularly wonderful cat. A magical cat who wore magical boots and made magical things happen. There also lived a miller’s son who had nothing but his poor father’s mangy old moggie to keep him company. From a distance he admired the beautiful daughter of King Charles of England. From a distance he watched the wicked rule of the all-powerful Lord Protector. And he wished that he could do something…and suddenly, as if by magic (feline magic perhaps), his wishes become true. Cheer for the wonderful Puss! Gasp at the dashing swordplay! Sigh at all-conquering love! Laugh at Nell Gwynn’s daft old mother! You are invited to the wonderful pantomime world of Roundheads and Cavaliers and an adventure story where all comes out happily in the end. Supported by media partners BBC Radio Suffolk and the Bury Free Press.

Cast/Performers

James Nickerson (Dame), Bradley Clarkson (Jack), Dennis Herdman (Hench), Helena Blackman (Puss), Abi Newberry (Princess Caroline), Mark Stratton (Cromwell / King Charles)

Creatives/Company

Corporate Sponsor(s): Premier Printers, Waitrose, HRP
Producer(s): Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds, Sharron Stowe
Author: Daniel O'Brien
Director: Colin Blumenau
Design: Will Hargreaves
Choreographer: Lee Crowley
Costume: Sarina Hosking (costume superviser)