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Published 15th November 2017 –

The Marina Theatre is offering the chance for children to meet Father Christmas – after launching their Breakfast with Santa initiative.

On December 9, 11, 16 and 19, at 9.30am and 11am, children are invited to have a delicious breakfast at the Magical Marina & then each child can enjoy a few minutes just one-on-one with Father Christmas.

Breakfast isn’t just for the children, for accompanying adults, mums and dads, grandparents there’s a grown-ups breakfast too – all served with a pot of tea or a regular filter coffee.

Adult tickets are £4 and children £6 – with children’s entertainment during breakfast on offer.

Also, participants will receive an “I’ve met Father Christmas” certificate – and of course, a little gift from Father Christmas.

Santa can only see 20 children each time he visits us so, if you would like to join him for breakfast, you should pre-book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Call the box office on 01502 533200 to secure your space now!

Every person (1 year+) will need a ticket with a maximum 2 adults per child.

Thinking of coming to The Chicago Blues Brothers or the Bowie Experience?

If so, our early bird rate may be an option for you – the perfect Christmas gift for a loved one.

Until December 31, you can get £10 off a pair of tickets for both shows (full price tickets only) with our special rate.

The Chicago Blues Brothers arrives here on Thursday 29^th March at 7.30pm.

This award-winning spectacular is Europe’s best-loved production of the Blues Brothers.

The show is an adrenaline-pumping musical mash-up that presents the best material from the original Blues Brothers movies and is packed full of songs by legends.

Capturing the sound, energy and persona that propelled the film to a cult status.

Back with a brand new production for 2017, the Chicago Blues Brothers are taking you back to 1980 to finish the concert at the Palace Ballroom Hotel.

This show is a powerhouse two-hour song-fest with over 40 hits performed live on stage in the concert that never finished.

Infectious & dazzling, the legacy of Jake and Elwood has been jump-started for a new generation with an energy that’s impossible to resist.

Early bird price: £38 for two tickets – a saving of £10!

The Bowie Experience returns by popular demand on Saturday 14^th April at 7.30pm.

A breath-taking concert celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon, David Bowie.

A must see for all Bowie fans, the latest production promises an unforgettable journey of sound and vision, featuring all the hits from A to Ziggy.

Bowie Experience continues to amaze audiences with an astounding attention to detail, bringing the golden years of David Bowie to theatres across the globe.

So, put on your red shoes and Let’s Dance!

Early bird price:  £39.50 for two tickets – a saving of £10!

To book, call the website on 01502 533200 or visit the website – tickets subject to booking fees.

Terms and conditions apply.

“I love pantomime and hearing the children laughing – the special thing about panto is the audience.”

The thoughts of Ann Widdecombe, who will be starring in her fifth pantomime when she takes to the Marina Theatre stage for this year’s sparkling family pantomime – Aladdin.

She will star as the regal and authoritative Empress of China in the shows, which run from Wednesday, December 13 to Monday, January 1, and are sponsored by Roger Harrod’s Karpet and Furniture Kingdom.

Fasten your seat belts for a magical carpet ride to Old Peking where soap-sud silliness has got Widow Twankey and her sons Aladdin and Wishee-Washee in a lather! Can the Slave of the Ring and the Genie of the Lamp help our hero win the day?

There’s only one way to find out – visit the Marina as they open sesame on a pantomime packed full with fun, laughter, surprises, songs and loads of audience participation.

“I love how the cast always gel together and also improvise a few things – it’s just lovely,” Ann added.

“Pantomime enables us to make kids laugh and it couldn’t be much jollier.”

Ann will be accompanied on stage by popstar Mark Read, known to millions as a member of hit boyband A1 and for their trio of Number One singles Take on Me,  Caught in the Middle and Same Old Brand New You.

With two decades in showbiz among his many credits, Mark is set to play the title character Aladdin in this spectacular family adventure.

“I am very excited as this is the first time I have played Aladdin and it’s my first time in Lowestoft,” Mark added.

“I always look forward to getting into character, as I’m a singer, performer and musician, most of the time I’m producing in a studio or performing at a gig.

“To do something slightly different from what I normally do is just amazing.

“I have even had people come from all over the world to see me in pantomime including from Norway, Spain and Japan.”

Returning by popular demand for a third year running is funny man Terry Gleed.

“I am so excited – pantomime is my favourite time of the year – to come back to same venue for three years running is absolutely delightful.

“I have generated lots of friendships in the area and the audiences are really up for it!”

Also starring in the shows are Fenton Gray, Mia Richards, Aaron Spendelow and Darren-Clewlow Smith.

Aladdin runs at the Marina Theatre for 32 amazing performances full of eastern promise!

Tickets, which start from just £7, are on sale now HERE or at the box office on 01502 533 200.