The Significance of Gethin Jones’ Return to Cardiff for Pantomime
Gethin Jones, known for his role as presenter on BBC’s Morning Live, will be taking on a different role this Christmas as Prince Charming in Cardiff’s New Theatre’s production of Cinderella. Joining him on stage will be Owain Wyn Evans and Mike Doyle. This will be Gethin’s second time doing panto, with his first being in Guildford back in 2007. He expressed his excitement about returning to Cardiff, stating, “I never thought I’d get a chance to do another one but I think the stars aligned this year. I managed to sort it out with work and to come back to Cardiff, it’s very special.”
- Gethin’s return to Cardiff holds special significance for him
- Inclusive performances will be a highlight of this year’s pantomime
- Gethin is excited to spend Christmas with loved ones in Cardiff
What makes this experience even more meaningful for Gethin is the inclusion of relaxed performances during the pantomime. These performances are tailored to children and individuals with additional needs, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the show. Gethin’s personal connection to this cause is evident as he shared, “To have inclusive performances is really important for me.”
Not only will Gethin be managing his panto duties alongside presenting Morning Live, but he is also looking forward to the opportunity to be back in Cardiff for the holiday season. He emphasized, “When the offer came in and I saw it said Cardiff I thought it would be amazing to be home and be around at Christmas.”
- Gethin’s commitment to embracing the full panto experience
- The importance of inclusive performances in the pantomime
- Gethin’s excitement to be back in Cardiff for Christmas
Fully immersing himself in the panto world, Gethin is prepared to don extravagant costumes and makeup for his role. He humorously remarked, “When you say yes to Panto, you have to mean yes. With that comes everything that comes with it, the mascara, the outfits.” The production of Cinderella will run from December 7, 2024, to January 5, 2025, featuring a talented cast including Owain Wyn Evans, Mike Doyle, Denquar Chupak, and Stephanie Webber.
In conclusion, Gethin Jones’ return to Cardiff for the New Theatre’s pantomime holds deep personal significance for him. His commitment to inclusive performances and the joy of spending Christmas in his hometown add extra layers of meaning to this festive production. With his enthusiastic embrace of the panto experience, audiences can look forward to a magical holiday season at the New Theatre in Cardiff.