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Nov 2021
Harrogate Theatre panto tickets selling fast
Harrogate Theatre's chief executive has said panto ticket sales are almost at normal levels despite the uncertainty caused by covid.
Tickets went on sale later than usual this year and David Bown said there was some initial nervousness about attendance figures.
But 80% of tickets in between schools breaking up and the new year have already been sold. The fortnight before Christmas, in particular, is proving popular.
Cinderella begins on Friday next week and will run until January 16. Tim Stedman is once again one of the main stars.
The pantomime is the theatre's biggest event of the year and Mr Bown said the strong sales were welcome after a difficult 18 months due to covid.
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Building work won't dull the magic
The theatre has been undergoing building work for about six months.
The 120-year-old building was in need of a huge roof replacement, costing around £1 million. As a council-owned building, the project has been run in conjunction with Harrogate Borough Council and Harrogate Theatre Trust.
But although scaffolding will remain outside the building until March, Mr Bown said the magic of the theatre is still intact.
The complexity of the work, difficulties in sourcing building materials and staff shortages has meant the works are now due to finish in March 2022.
Looking ahead to 2022, Mr Bown said panto ticket sales make him optimistic for future shows:
If you want to get in the mood ahead of the panto, check out our Panto Stories performed by Tim Stedman.
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