Simon Masterton

Gary Naylor sees an entertaining revival of Gilbert and Sullivan's tale of reviving ancestors delivered with the Charles Court Opera Company's undying joie de vivre.

Charles Court Opera's boutique panto has become a legendary part of North London's Christmas, returning for a magnificent seventh year running to the Rosemary Branch Theatre in this topsy-turvy retelling of one of the best loved fairytales, Cinderella. Buttons - Another Cinderella Story runs at the Rosemary Branch Theatre from today, 6 December to Tuesday 7 January.

Gary Naylor sees another Christmas Show triumph from the Charles Court Opera Company.

Charles Court Opera's boutique panto has become a legendary part of North London's Christmas, returning for a magnificent seventh year running to the Rosemary Branch Theatre in this topsy-turvy retelling of one of the best loved fairytales, Cinderella. Buttons - Another Cinderella Story runs at the Rosemary Branch Theatre from Friday 6 December to Tuesday 7 January. Press night is Tuesday 10 December at 7.30pm.

Gary Naylor sees a North London tradition continue.

Gary Naylor has a great time watching players having a great time.

Gary Naylor sees Beowulf - the panto. Oh yes he does!

Gary Naylor revels in a joyous evening in North London.

Gary Naylor sees silliness celebrated in song, and reflects on a tradition in humour.