Free panto livestream gifted to all Ipswich residents

Photo: Will Green Photography

New Wolsey Theatre is gifting all Ipswich residents an unprecedented chance to watch the final performances of Beauty and the Beast via an exciting FREE livestream event on Saturday, January 17, at 2pm and 7pm, as the acclaimed Rock’n’Roll pantomime finishes its hugely successful run.

Written by Vikki Stone, Beauty and the Beast opened to rave reviews in December and has been playing to packed houses since. It is a show for all ages packed full of magical adventure, hilarious panto gags and incredible rock and pop hits - all played live by an exceptionally talented cast.

A ‘birthday gift’ to the community, this special free event celebrates the 25th anniversary of New Wolsey Theatre’s award-winning and iconic Rock’n’Roll pantomimes and thanks local audiences for their unwavering support and enthusiasm over the past quarter-century.

It is bookable via New Wolsey Theatre’s website: https://www.wolseytheatre.co.uk/whats-on/

Originally introduced during the pandemic as a way of keeping audiences connected, the livestream has since evolved into an essential element of the theatre’s access provision. It now offers a meaningful cultural lifeline for those who may be unable to visit the venue in person, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience theatre.

Douglas Rintoul, Chief Executive and Artistic Director of New Wolsey Theatre, said: “Ipswich has backed our Rock ’n’ Roll panto for 25 years, and this free livestream is our way of saying thank you. Being as open as possible is what we believe in, and this is a practical way of putting that belief into action - going further to make sure brilliant live performance and our iconic offering is accessible to as many people in Ipswich as possible.”

Beauty and the Beast is sponsored by John Grose Chery

Running time: 2hrs 20 mins (including interval)

Access: 2pm show will be captioned.

For more information and to book, click HERE.