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Dame Edna's DICK WHITTINGTON to Play New Wimbledon Theatre From Dec 9
by Kelsey Denette - May 10, 2011


First Family Entertainment and New Wimbledon Theatre announce the casting of Dame Edna Everage in this year's pantomime Dick Whittington. The original desperate housewife turned global gigastar makes her pantomime debut at New Wimbledon Theatre this Christmas.

Ambassador Theater Group Wins Management Contract for Churchill Theatre Bromley
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 15, 2011


Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) is the successful bidder of a new five year management contract for Churchill Theatre Bromley, beginning in April 2011. Having successfully operated Churchill Theatre Bromley since 2000, ATG will continue to help Churchill Theatre Bromley grow both as a theatre, and as a major business in Bromley and the South East.

Luke Perry & Joanna Page Star In DICK WHITTINGTON at Milton Keynes Theatre, Closes Jan 16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 16, 2011


Hollywood Actor Luke Perry best known for his role as Dylan in Beverly Hills 90210 stars alongside Gavin and Stacy star Joanna Page in this year's spectacular pantomime Dick Whittington at Milton Keynes Theatre brought to you by panto sponsors Robinsons and First Family Entertainment. The production will close on January 16.

Wilkes, Ellison Star In The Regent's ROBINSON CRUSOE AND THE CARIBBEAN PIRATES, Closes Jan 9
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2011


Jennifer Ellison and JONATHAN WILKES star in a brand new pantomime title for the 2010/2011 season, ROBINSON CRUSOE AND THE CARIBBEAN PIRATES at the Regent Theatre. Robinson Crusoe and the Caribbean Pirates closes The Regent Theatre 9 January 2011.

Photo Coverage: Hasselhoff Channels 'Captain Hook' in London
by BWW Photo Special - Dec 17, 2010


David Hasselhoff and Louie Spence launched the First Family Entertainment Pantomime Season at the Piccadilly Theatre in London, England. BroadwayWorld brings you photo coverage below.

Barbara Windsor Appears In Dick Whittington at The Bristol Hippodrome, Opens Dec 11
by BWW News Desk - Dec 11, 2010


The legendary Barbara Windsor, MBE has announced that she will be appearing as Fairy Bowbells in Dick Whittington at The Bristol Hippodrome this Christmas. Barbara, who has recently announced that she will be quitting her role as Peggy Mitchell in EastEnders, has not appeared in pantomime since 1995.

Photo Coverage: First Family Entertainment - Pantomime Photocall
by Robert Diamond - Nov 26, 2010


Photos from the First Family Entertainment Pantomime photocall at the Piccadilly Theatre on November 26, 2010 in London, England.

Wilkes and Ellison Join To Launch ROBINSON CRUSOE AND THE CARIBBEAN PIRATES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 7, 2010


Jonathan Wilkes - The Regent's very own panto superstar is back once more for what's guaranteed to be another stunning pantomime hit.

Luke Perry & Joanna Page To Star In DICK WHITTINGTON at Milton Keynes Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 14, 2010


Hollywood Actor Luke Perry best known for his role as Dylan in Beverly Hills 90210 was today announced alongside Gavin and Stacy star Joanna Page to lead the fun and magic in this year's spectacular pantomime Dick Whittington at Milton Keynes Theatre brought to you by panto sponsors Robinsons and First Family Entertainment.

Wilkes, Ellison Star In The Regent's ROBINSON CRUSOE AND THE CARIBBEAN PIRATES
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 30, 2010


The Regent Theatre, Stoke-on-Trent today announced that JENNIFER ELLISON and JONATHAN WILKES will be starring in a brand new pantomime title for the 2010/2011 season, ROBINSON CRUSOE AND THE CARIBBEAN PIRATES.

Pamela Anderson To Star In Liverpool Empire's ALADDIN This Winter
by Charlie Piane - Jun 11, 2010


The most-downloaded and recognisable icon of this millennium PAMELA ANDERSON has been confirmed to appear as the Genie of the Lamp in this year's production of Aladdin at the Liverpool Empire. Pamela returns to pantomime following her enormously successful appearance in the same role at the New Wimbledon Theatre, Christmas 2009/10.

ATG Announces New Transatlantic Business Model; Aims to Import American Shows
by Samantha Jacobsen - Apr 28, 2010


According to Deadline.com, Ambassador Theatre Group, Britain's largest theatre chain, is in negotiations with American regional theaters to create a 'Hollywood-style network.'

ATG Shortlisted On The Sunday Times' Ones to Recognise Feature
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 19, 2010


The Ambassador Theatre Group Ltd (ATG) has been shortlisted in this year's ‘Ones to Recognise' feature which is published as part of The Sunday Times PricewaterhouseCoopers Profit Track 100 Ones to Recognise.

Barbara Windsor Appears In Dick Whittington at The Bristol Hippodrome, Opens Dec 11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 30, 2010


The legendary Barbara Windsor, MBE has announced that she will be appearing as Fairy Bowbells in Dick Whittington at The Bristol Hippodrome this Christmas. Barbara, who has recently announced that she will be quitting her role as Peggy Mitchell in EastEnders, has not appeared in pantomime since 1995.

ALADDIN Ends Run at the New Wimbledon Theatre January 10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2010


In a rather unusual pairing, stage a screen star Paul O'Grady and former Bay Watch babe Pamela Anderson will be sharing the role of Genie in a pantomime production of Aladdin at the New Wimbledon Theatre. The prouction will run December 4 - January 10. Stage veteran Brian Blessed will play the evil Abanazar. New Wimbledon Theatre and First Family Entertainment are producing the Christmas spectacular.

Regent Theatre's Production of DICK WHITTINGTON Ends Run January 10
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2010


The streets of Stoke will be paved with gold this Christmas as Jonathan Wilkes returns for his fifth Regent Theatre pantomime, DICK WHITTINGTON, which is sponsored by Robinsons.

Pamela Anderson Cancels Appearances in U.K.'s ALADDIN Pantomime Spectacular; Runs Thru January 10
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 10, 2009


In a rather unusual pairing, stage a screen star Paul O'Grady and former Bay Watch babe Pamela Anderson will be sharing the role of Genie in a pantomime production of Aladdin at the New Wimbledon Theatre. The prouction will run December 4 - January 10. Stage veteran Brian Blessed will play the evil Abanazar. New Wimbledon Theatre and First Family Entertainment are producing the Christmas spectacular.

PANTO SEASON: Regent Theatre Announces The Return Of Jonathan Wilkes In DICK WHITTINGTON, December 10-January 10
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2009


The streets of Stoke will be paved with gold this Christmas as JONATHAN WILKES returns for his fifth Regent Theatre pantomime, DICK WHITTINGTON, which is sponsored by Robinsons.

BEHIND THE SCENES: Aladdin, The New Wimbledon Theatre
by Carrie Dunn - Dec 3, 2009


Pamela Anderson: the Aladdin pantomine genie? Wonder what the dads in the audience will be wishing for this year...

Paul O'Grady and Pamela Anderson Star in U.K.'s ALADDIN Pantomime Spectacular, 12/2 - 1/10
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2009


In a rather unusual pairing, stage a screen star Paul O'Grady and former Bay Watch babe Pamela Anderson will be sharing the role of Genie in a pantomime production of Aladdin at the New Wimbledon Theatre. The prouction will run December 4 - January 10. Stage veteran Brian Blessed will play the evil Abanazar. New Wimbledon Theatre and First Family Entertainment are producing the Christmas spectacular.

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