The 2025 festive production of Jack and the Beanstalk at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre has received three nominations at the UK Pantomime Awards.
Produced by UK Productions, the pantomime starred Nigel Harman alongside Andy Collins and Leon Craig as Dame. The show attracted around 50,000 audience members during the festive season and featured comedy scenes, musical performances and 3D special effects.
The nominations recognise work by the cast and production team and include:
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Best Villain – Nigel Harman
Villain - Nigel Harman - Jack and the Beanstalk, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
(credit Barry Rivett Hotshots Photography)
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Best Sound – David Hart
Sound - Jack and the Beanstalk, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
(credit Barry Rivett Hotshots Photography)
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Best Pantomime – Jack and the Beanstalk
Best Panto (Over 900 Seats) - Jack and the Beanstalk, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
(credit Barry Rivett Hotshots Photography)
Chris Hill, Theatre Director at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, said the theatre was pleased to see the production recognised by the awards, describing pantomime as an important seasonal tradition for local audiences.
Martin Dodd, Managing Director of UK Productions, said the nominations reflected the work of the performers, creative team and venue staff involved in staging the production.
The UK Pantomime Awards celebrate achievements in pantomime across the United Kingdom.
Winners will be announced at a ceremony which will take place on Sunday 19 April at the Wycombe Swan.
Aylesbury's next festive production will be Sleeping Beauty.
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