ALEXANDRA BURKE TO LEAD THE CAST OF JACK
AND THE BEANSTALK AT NEW WIMBLEDON
THEATRE
Fe-fi-fo-fum, a GIANT panto full of fun!
New Wimbledon Theatre and Crossroads Pantomimes, the World’s biggest pantomime
producer, have today [Friday 15th March] announced that Alexandra Burke will lead the
cast of this year’s GIGANTIC pantomime adventure, Jack and the Beanstalk, as Mrs
Blunderbore.
Alexandra Burke is truly one of the UK’s most distinguishable powerhouse voices, having
sold over 5 million records. Her #1 chart-toppers include Bad Boys, Start Without You and
Hallelujah. Her double platinum debut album Overcome has sold over 850,000 copies in
the UK alone.
Alexandra has established herself as one of the UK’s most sought-after West End leading
ladies having starred in The Bodyguard, Sister Act, Chess, Chicago and Michael
Harrison’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat at The
London Palladium.
The multi-platinum recording artist and actress first rose to fame 15 years ago, winning
the fifth series of The X Factor while duetting with Beyonce. Alexandra received a BIFA
nomination for her debut movie role in Pretty Red Dress last year and is currently filming
for a brand-new Paramount+ crime-drama series Curfew.
Alexandra made her pantomime debut in 2021 at Manchester Opera House playing the
role of The Spirit of the Ring in Aladdin.
Chief Executive of Crossroads Pantomimes, Michael Harrison said:
“I’m absolutely delighted that Alexandra Burke will be starring in our New Wimbledon
Theatre panto this Christmas. Alexandra is a brilliant leading lady with a sensational
voice, and having worked with her in pantomime before I know just what a brilliant time
our Wimbledon audiences will have at Jack and The Beanstalk this Christmas.’
Theatre Director of New Wimbledon Theatre, William Light added:
“We are thrilled to be announcing the incredibly talented Alexandra Burke for this year’s
Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk! Alexandra’s captivating voice and undeniable
stage presence are a perfect fit. Panto is all about creating a magical experience for
families, and with Alexandra on board, we know audiences are in for a treat. We can’t
wait to see her win over the Wimbledon crowd this festive season!”
Further casting will be announced later in the year.
Follow Jack, and climb a beanstalk of gigantic proportions to cloudland in the
spectacular family pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk. Doomed to sell his trust cow, join
Jack and his family as they fight to outwit the evil giant, win riches beyond their wildest
dreams and the hand of the girl he loves.
Expect laughs, music, special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience
participation in this GIANT of a pantomime!
Jack and the Beanstalk runs at New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 7th December
2024 – Sunday 5th January 2025. Tickets prices start from £13 and are on sale now.