International star Jimmy Osmond to lead the cast of Hasting’s pantomime

Hastings’ White Rock Theatre has announced that the international pop legend Jimmy Osmond will lead the cast of its spectacular pantomime, Cinderella. The casting of one of the globe’s most popular entertainers follows the announcement that Qdos Entertainment, the world’s largest pantomime producer, will stage this year’s White Rock Theatre Christmas show for the first time.

The youngest of the world-famous Osmond Dynasty, Jimmy was seen on the recent ITV series Popstar to Operastar. He made his debut in London’s West End in Grease last year and then went on to star as Billy Flynn in the UK National tour of the smash-hit musical Chicago.

As well as his appearance on I'm A Celebrity…Get Out Of Here!, Jimmy has appeared on numerous UK television shows including Celebrity Come Dine With Me, All Star Family Fortunes and Saturday Kitchen. On top of the many world tours and records he has made with his siblings, Jimmy has six gold records to his credit and was the youngest ever solo chart-topper with his hit, Long-Haired Lover From Liverpool, which he recorded when he was nine in 1972!

Jonathan Kiley, Executive Producer of Cinderella, said:

“We are thrilled that Jimmy Osmond will lead the cast of Qdos Entertainment’s first pantomime at the White Rock Theatre. Qdos brings unrivalled and first-class production values to the most popular pantomime title of them all. The story of Cinderella will be brought magically to life in this spectacular production packed with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets and beautiful costumes in an unmissable show which is ideal entertainment for all ages.”

Rob Allerston, Theatre Director of the White Rock Theatre, said:

“The sensational Jimmy Osmond combined with the production values brought to the stage by Qdos Entertainment means an exciting new start for pantomime, not only at the White Rock Theatre but also for Sussex and the South Coast. We are very much looking forward to welcoming Jimmy and the cast to Hastings for what will be a magnificent pantomime season!”

Cinderella runs at the White Rock Theatre from Saturday 11 December 2010 to Sunday 2 January 2011. Tickets can be booked on 01424 462285 or online at www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk.