This festive season, get ready to be swept off your feet as Bournemouth Pavilion welcomes dynamic duo Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph — better known as The Fabulous Sisters — for the venue’s dazzling pantomime, Cinderella.

Between them, Jamie and Tarot bring nearly 50 years of pantomime experience to the stage – a legacy of laughter, spectacle, and show-stopping performances.

An established and formidable entertainer, Jamie started in showbiz from a very young age. His TV credits include Mad For It and Top Ten of Everything both for ITV; The Big Breakfast for Channel 4 and a documentary on his one man show called Life’s a Drag for SKY. He has worked alongside many big names, including Ruth Madoc, Amanda Barrie, Lee Latchford Evans, Keith Chegwin, and many more.

Tarot, better known to his friends as Taz, has been entertaining cabaret audiences for many years and wowing crowds alongside Jamie since 2006. He is a talented DJ and creative wig master, creating many of the wigs he and Jamie wear himself.

Jamie and Tarot have previously been nominated twice for ‘Best Sisters’ at the UK Panto Awards, something they are both extremely proud of.

Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph (The Fabulous Sisters) said;

“We are absolutely fizzing with excitement to be tottering back into the glorious Bournemouth Pavilion for this year’s Panto spectacular Cinderella! Honestly, we’ve been counting down the days on a glittery wall calendar - and now, the sequins are stitched, the wigs are higher than ever, and the sass is fully recharged!

“Reuniting with our showbiz soulmates Melanie Walters and Noel Brodie is the cherry on top of our very fabulous cake - we adore them almost as much as we adore ourselves. The sisters are back and more fabulous than ever, armed with brand new costumes so dazzling they’ve had to be risk-assessed by health and safety.

“Expect feathers, fake lashes, fierce one-liners and a wardrobe that’s louder than our singing (which is saying something). This year’s Cinderella is going to be a sparkle-fuelled rollercoaster of mayhem, madness, and magical moments - and Bournemouth, darling, you’re in for an absolute treat!”

A Spellbinding Spectacle. This isn’t just any Cinderella. Produced by panto powerhouse UK Productions Ltd and written by acclaimed pantomime master Jon Monie, this production brings the magic of the fairytale to life with spectacular sets, dazzling lighting, glorious costumes and plenty of sparkle.

Audiences can expect riotous comedy, showstopping dance numbers, fabulous surprises and all the traditional magic of panto delivered with a modern twist.

A star-studded cast Joining Jamie and Tarot on stage are fan favourites Melanie Walters (Gavin & Stacey) as the Fairy Godmother, Olivia Birchenough (Milkshake!) as Cinderella herself and panto favourite Noel Brodie, returning with his signature brand of high-energy hilarity.

Martin Dodd, Managing Director and Producer at UK Productions, said:

“We’re absolutely thrilled to have panto legends Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph bringing their hilarious double act to Bournemouth this Christmas as our outrageously fabulous Ugly Sisters. Expect glamour, giggles and more outrageous costume changes than you can shake a slipper at!”

Whether it’s your annual festive outing or your child’s first theatre memory, this Cinderella promises laughter, wonder, and gasp-out-loud spectacle at every turn.

On behalf of BH Live, Steve Turner, Director of Venues, said:

“We’re thrilled to welcome this dazzling cast and production team back to Bournemouth Pavilion. Pantomime is such a treasured tradition for our audiences. This year’s show promises to be another joyful, high-energy celebration of theatre and family fun. We’re particularly proud to continue offering relaxed performances and concessions to ensure the magic of live performance reaches as many people as possible.”

Tickets start from just £19 for selected performances. Early booking is strongly advised to avoid disappointment. This is one fairytale that won’t wait until midnight.

This year’s panto highlights include:

• A variety of vibrant, young talent from across the region including singers and dancers.
• A relaxed performance on Thursday 16 December 2025, open to everyone and great for those who prefer a gentler panto experience.
• Ice creams for school groups of 20+ plus a limited number of funded tickets for pupils on low income, thanks to the generosity of previous panto audiences (T&Cs apply).
• Group rates available (10+, 20+, 30+).
• Concessions for under 16s on selected performances.
• School performances Tuesday 9, Wednesday 10, Monday 15 and Wednesday 17 December 2025.

From curtain-up to the final bow, Cinderella promises pure magic, perfect for families, friends, and fairytale fans of all ages. Tickets are on sale now at bournemouthpavilion.co.uk.

For group bookings or school visits (including subsidised tickets for eligible schools), contact: groupsales@bhlive.org.uk