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We had a chance to talk to the owners about the new restaurant

We had a chance to talk to the owners about the new restaurant

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

Clive Rowe dons the frocks, while Rob Rinder and Anton Du Beke slap their thighs. Reviews by Veronica Lee

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It's great to see the old Empire gang back together for this family friendly show that ticks all the panto boxes even if it misses some of the mayhem

It's great to see the old Empire gang back together for this family friendly show that ticks all the panto boxes even if it misses some of the mayhem

Clive Rowe is his customary charismatic self in this production at Hackney Empire - the spiritual home of panto

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.

Panto season is upon us!