Stars turn out for the launch of Mansfield Palace Theatre’s pantomime Cinderella

The pantomime, which opens on 30th November and runs until 5th January, promises to be a traditional telling of the popular story with a few modern twists - not to mention the ever-popular Mansfield references.

Speaking at the launch, Ruth Madoc, who will be best-known for her role as Gladys in Hi-De-Hi, last came to Mansfield to perform in a panto 20 years ago and she says she is looking forward to making a return.

“It is lovely to see how much it has changed,” she said.

“What I do remember it is the wonderful warmth of the audience in Mansfield and the marvellous market square that you have.”

• For a full report and photographs from the launch, see next week’s Chad. For tickets call Mansfield 633133 or visit www.mansfield.gov.uk/palacetheatre.