Kevin Johns MBE has been confirmed for this year's Swansea Grand panto.
He is the first cast member to be announced for this year’s family production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, playing Snow White’s Cook in the performance at Swansea Grand Theatre.
The well known former Swansea Sound presenter, announcer at Swansea City, and a popular compere at multiple events in Swansea over many decades, is one of Wales’ most prolific performers. His career has spanned musical theatre, stand-up comedy, presenting and pantomime. He has over two decades to his name performing as Dame at the Singleton Street venue and has entertained thousands of audience members every Christmas with his trademark comedy, outrageous costumes and quick wit.
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From Shakespeare to Songs of Praise, Kev has appeared in numerous theatrical productions, television programmes and radio shows as well as being a newspaper columnist, author, fundraiser and recipient of the MBE from Her Majesty the Queen.
Kev said: “I can’t wait to be back on the Grand Theatre stage bringing much-needed cheer to our audiences this Christmas. The magic of live theatre is something we’ve all missed, and we’ll be making this Christmas’s panto extra-special to welcome audiences back after a year away.”
Robert Francis-Davies, Swansea Council’s cabinet member for investment, regeneration and tourism, said: “It’s really good news that the Swansea Grand pantomime will be back this year, subject to any Covid-19 regulations. For thousands of panto-visitors Christmas isn’t really Christmas without a trip to the Swansea Grand panto. We can’t wait to find out who else will be joining Kev in what promises to be a star-studded experience.”
A spokesperson from the theatre added: “The theatre is renowned for its fun packed, family friendly pantos and after last year’s disappointment when we had to cancel due to Covid 19, we are so excited to be able to share some seasonal sparkle with our lovely audiences. Kev Johns has always been a key ingredient in our pantos and as Snow White’s cook he’s sure to stir up lots of merriment, magic and mayhem. Tickets are selling fast, so don’t upset the apple cart and book yours today.”
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More casting news is expected soon.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is produced by Crossroads Pantomimes in association with Swansea Council, a partnership which has produced the pantomimes at Swansea Grand since 1994. It says the production will be packed with pantomime magic, glittering costumes, spectacular sets and comedy in abundance.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs runs from Friday, December 10, 2021 to Sunday, January 2, 2022, and forms part of the autumn programme at the Grand Theatre.
