The Malta Independent on Sunday
Oh yes it is! Booking is now open for MADC’s Christmas panto
Celebrate the festive season with ‘Beauty and the Beast’ at Teatru Manoel – and a gift-ready special offer on New Year tickets!
Marking the MADC’s first pantomime to be held at Teatru Manoel since 2007, Beauty and the Beast (performed in English) continues this long-running theatre company’s tradition of pantos full of timeless songs, laughter, breathtaking scenery and costumes. Performances run from 22 December to 7 January.
Written and directed by Chiara
Hyzler, the fairytale follows the beautiful Belle and her delightful nanny as they set out to find Belle’s missing father.
Hannah Spiteri leads the cast as Belle, while her larger-thanlife nanny is played by renowned panto veteran and Malta’s favourite dame, Alan Montanaro. Joining them through their magical adventure are other top performers including Jasmine
Farrugia, Francesco Nicodeme, Maria Buckle and Rambert Attard, among a vast ensemble of stage talent.
The show’s creative team is likewise a who’s who of some of Malta’s finest theatre practitioners. Alongside Hyzler, Beauty and the Beast features musical director Kris Spiteri, choreographer Francesco Nicodeme, set designer Matthew Cassar, costume designer Denise Mulholland and vocal coach Analise Cassar.
Plus a tempting New Year offer also makes Beauty and the Beast tickets an ideal Christmas gift. Enjoy a 10% discount on all tickets to performances on Wednesday 3 and Thursday 4 January – but book today to avoid disappointment!
“We can’t wait to welcome you to Teatru Manoel for more panto fun and hilarity this Christmas,” says MADC’s artistic director
Marylu Coppini. “Beauty and the Beast will be an unforgettable festive experience all audiences will love.”
MADC’s pantomime ‘Beauty and the Beast’ performs at Teatru Manoel, Valletta, from 22 December to 7 January, with matinee and evening performances available. Booking is now open at www.teatrumanoel.mt. This production is supported by Benna, Dee Spas and Welbee’s.