Pantomime Technician Joins Production with 45 Minutes’ Notice

After pantomime dame Joe Meloy fell ill before a performance, the Hazlitt Theatre in Maidstone, Kent, faced cancellation. However, senior technician James Wood stepped in as the dame character, Sherie Trifle, with only 45 minutes’ notice. Despite having no rehearsal time, he embraced the challenge, stating, “It was loads of fun and my feet hurt from the heels.” The performance was nearly sold out, highlighting the dedication to keeping the show alive.

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