Mother Goose

“Mother Goose” is the only pantomime with a Dame in the leading role; but unlike most heroines Mother Goose is flawed! This is a moral tale, warning of the consequences of greed and envy. Mother Goose craves wealth and is blessed with a Goose that lays golden eggs, but further tempted by the insidious Demon of Discontent, she sacrifices her best friend, Priscilla the Goose, in search of beauty. When she eventually realises how wrong she has been, she repents and sets off in search of Priscilla, being finally reconciled at the court of King Gander. On the way there are wonderful comedy scenes and all the usual traditional slapstick and audience participation. Great character roles all round, but with the usual romance and heroics for Billy and Jill. The Demon is a great Character Baddie, while Mother Goose herself is a tour de force for a dame. There is also a wonderful animal role in the character of Priscilla.