Jack and the Beanstalk - Jersey

Aug 31

2 min read

George Akid will this year head to Jersey as Dame Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk at Jersey Opera House.

ersey Opera House is delighted to announce The Channel Islands Co-operative Society as headline sponsor of Jack and the Beanstalk. The sponsorship reflects a shared commitment to investing in the island's cultural life and creating memorable experiences for families and communities across Jersey.

Sebastian Warrack, Chief Executive of Jersey Opera House, said:

"We're thrilled that Lauren, Luke and Naiya will represent Jersey Opera House at this year's Battle of Flowers. They're all fantastic performers, and we're especially pleased that Jersey's own Naiya Romayo will be part of introducing this year's pantomime to audiences at one of the island's most celebrated community events.

"We're also delighted to welcome The Channel Islands Co-operative Society as headline sponsor of Jack and the Beanstalk. Their commitment to supporting community initiatives and bringing people together makes them a natural partner for our festive season, and we're excited to work together to make this year's pantomime a truly memorable experience for audiences of all ages."

Mark Cox, Chief Executive of The Channel Islands Co-operative Society, said:

"The Jersey Opera House is an important part of our island's cultural heritage, and we're incredibly proud to support its first professional Christmas pantomime as headline sponsor. At the Coop, we're committed to investing in the communities we serve, and this partnership is about helping create moments that bring people together. As a food retailer, we're naturally pleased to see a story where a bag of beans turns out to be a very good investment."

Emily Wood, Producer from Evolution Productions said:

"We're thrilled to be sharing our spectacular production of Jack and the Beanstalk with the audiences of Jersey Opera House. With this fantastically talented cast, awesome sets and costumes, and hilarious comedy, it is sure to be a night of unforgettable family entertainment!

It's never too early to book and we can't wait to welcome you to the theatre's first professional pantomime!"

Co-produced with the multi award winning Evolution Productions, Jack and the Beanstalk marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for Jersey Opera House's Christmas programme, promising spectacular sets, dazzling costumes, laugh-out-loud comedy, incredible live music and all the magic of a classic family pantomime.

Visitors to this year's Battle of Flowers are encouraged to look out for Lauren, Luke and Naiya along the parade route and discover more about the giant adventure waiting at Jersey Opera House this Christmas.

Principal Cast

Dame Trott - George Akid

Luke Backinanger - Jack Whittle

Jess - Lauren Lane

Jack Trott - Joss J Macdonald

Billy - Luke Drewell

Fairy Sugarsnap - Naiya Romayo