Roll up to Laois town for lots of cracking Panto laughs over Easter
Rathdowney Pantomime Group ‘Beauties, Bows and Beanstalks’
The Panto crew in Rathdowney are on the home stretch with preparations for their 2024 production so much so that tickets go on sale this week for what is sure to be a fabulous run of fun.
Pat Keating is one of the organisers.
“It may seem unusual to have a pantomime at Easter, but that is what is happening in Rathdowney this year. There already has been several successful stage events in the Donaghmore Workhouse and the hugely successful inaugural musical, ‘Beauty & The Beast’ from St Fergal’s College in February. The bar has been set high.
“ With 35 shows behind them, Rathdowney Pantomime Group have the experience and talent to continue the trend.
“This year’s show is called ‘Beauties, Bows and Beanstalks’. It is an original story written by Joe Hyde and Karen Holohan. It tells the story of ladies, not too dissimilar to The Golden Girls, looking for love. They meet a few merry men, and a strange beanstalk grows in Sherwood Forest. It promises to be another family fun night out,” said Pat.
Captain Hook (Mark O’Loughlin) lnstructs his pirates in the Rathdowney Pantomime Group’s 35th Show ‘Only Fools and Pirates’ in Rathdowney Community Centre. Picture: Alf Harvey
“With schools closed that week, you won’t have to worry about getting the kids up for school the following morning,” says Pat.
Tickets are sale at the Rathdowney Community Centre from Thursday to Wednesday March 21- 27, 10am to 2 pm and 6pm to 9pm by calling 0879153569. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Pat Keating conldudes: “The cast of over 80, from third class up to adults, have been rehearsing non-stop and are really excited about bringing that energy and fun to the stage. Join us on our journey as we bring you our 36th annual show.”