2007

because in 1963 I was one of the babes and now I’m the one who has to kidnap them.”

But it will be tinged with sadness as his father, who worked in panto, died this year aged 92.

Martin, whose wife July, 56, is the theatre manager, added: “This will be the first year I’ve done one without dad watching.” Wherever he is Martin, he’ll no doubt be behind you…