Jack and the Beanstalk is a big, sprawling family show that opens with a baffling gesture. A booming voiceover announces that Hackney is being menaced by some unseen threat. Enter an evil monster, Funella Fleshcreep, who wears facial moisturiser made from liquefied avocado. This green-cheeked ogre is challenged by the virtuous characters, Jack Trot and
Hackney have shown once again that they really do mean business when it comes to putting on a pantomime, so you’re in for an absolute treat if you make it along to this gorgeous theatre over the festive season to join in the fun.