The cast of Sleeping Beauty is a dream come true for Floral audiences
The stars of the Floral Pavilion’s unmissable Christmas panto took to the stage this week to give a tantalising taste of the magic, music and mayhem that awaits audiences this Christmas.
With a dazzling cast that blends West End brilliance, TV favourites, and local legends, the panto promises to be the venue’s most spectacular yet.
Pauline Campbell, Venue Manager for the Floral Pavilion, said:
Welcoming the cast to our stage for the first time this week was a massive milestone in the countdown to opening night. Although the individual talent was clear for everyone to see, the real magic in any show is created by the on-stage chemistry between the cast, and this ensemble has it by the bucket-load – and they can’t wait to put on an unforgettable show for everyone.
Producer Martin Dodd of UK Productions said:
It is an absolutely joy to be bringing our spectacular production of Sleeping Beauty to the Floral Pavilion. It has all the ingredients to be the perfect festive treat for the whole family – the singing sensation Kelle Bryan spreading seasonal magic as Fairy Snowfall; star of stage and screen, Cleo Demetriou as our title character; the ever fabulous New Brighton stalwart Sean Jones, returning for his sixth year; a welcome return from dame extraordinare, Quinn Patrick; and the musical theatre sensations, Amy Perry, David Pendlebury and Daniel Urch.
With lavish sets and costumes, mesmerising song and dance numbers, not to mention bucket loads of laughs in the script from award-winning Jon Monie, It’s the show you’ve been dreaming of, with Award Winners aplenty, it promises to be a dazzling treat for the whole family.
Whatever you do – don’t sleep on this one, or you really will be the one missing out!
Your 2025 Panto stars are:
Kelle Bryan as Fairy Snowfall …the Fabulous Fairy!
With powerhouse vocals, warmth and effortless star quality, Kelle Bryan is a beloved founding member of multi-platinum group Eternal - Britain’s most successful R&B group ever, selling more than ten million records, notching up 14 top-15 UK hits and four top-10 albums, as well as achieving Brit Award nominations, MOBOs and Smash Hits Awards.
Kelle is an acclaimed broadcaster and actor, too, regularly presenting Loose Women and starring in TV favourites including Hollyoaks, Eastenders, and The Bill.
Cleo Demetriou as Princess Rose…the Plucky Princess
Cleo made theatre history as one of the original Matildas in Matilda the Musical, becoming the youngest ever recipient of the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical. Since then, she’s enchanted audiences on stage and screen, including the hit CBBC series So Awkward. Cleo’s star continues to rise – and her appearance in Sleeping Beauty is set to enchant families this Christmas as she steps into the role of Princess Rose, the warm heart of the story.
Sean Jones as Lester the Jester…from just outside Chester
Back by popular demand for his sixth year in panto at the Floral (he really is that good!), Sean fizzes with razor-sharp comic instincts, boundless energy and a rapport with audiences that’s second to none - guaranteeing laugh-out-loud mischief and festive fun in every scene. Beloved for his extraordinary two-decade run as Mickey in the internationally acclaimed Blood Brothers, his return to New Brighton is a Christmas gift that promises comedy gold for all the family.
Quinn Patrick as Nanny Nora…a most Delicious Dame
Bringing glitter and glamour by the shovel-load is the incomparable Quinn Patrick, a seasoned panto dame who delivers the high-camp hilarity, sparkle and giggles that make pantomime such a beloved tradition. Expect gasps, guffaws and glitter galore whenever Nanny Nora bursts onto the stage.
Amy Perry as Carabosse…the Vicious Villain
With a vibrant stage career and a talent for commanding the spotlight, Amy brings deliciously dark glamour, powerhouse presence and devilish humour to the role that audiences will love to hate, ensuring boos, hisses and spine-tingling moments aplenty.
David Pendlebury as The King…a very Kindly King
A seasoned performer with an extraordinary career spanning West End hits like The Phantom of the Opera, Beauty & the Beast, Starlight Express, and Disney’s The Lion King. David has also performed internationally in operas such as Carmen and Aida as well as being the founder of TheatreMAD/The Make A Difference Trust, known for producing iconic fundraising events like West End Eurovision and West End Bares.
Daniel Urch as Prince Vincent…our Handsome Hero
A rising star trained at ArtsEd, Daniel has performed in Grease, Guys and Dolls, 110 in the Shade, and Eugenius at the London Palladium.
Sleeping Beauty is on stage from Saturday 6 December 2025 to Sunday 4 January 2026.
Tickets start at just £15 and are selling fast…so don’t sleep on it!
Visit floralpavilion.com or call the box office on 0151 666 0000.
