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Sleeping Beauty Shines: Pantomime Thrives with Diverse Talent

12/30/2025

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Alicia Belgarde stars as Aurora in Central Theatre's Sleeping Beauty this Christmas.
Belgarde says pantomime offers joy and valuable learning experiences from seasoned actors.
UK Pantomime Association notes about 260 pantomimes this season, with high competition for roles.
Simon Sladen, chair of UK Pantomime Association, says Equity pushes for performers' rights because not all pantomimes offer standard contracts.
Pantomimes remain thriving post-COVID, with evolving narratives that include diverse characters.

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Alicia Belgarde stars as Aurora in Central Theatre's Sleeping Beauty this Christmas.
Belgarde says pantomime offers joy and valuable learning experiences from seasoned actors.
UK Pantomime Association notes about 260 pantomimes this season, with high competition for roles.
Simon Sladen, chair of UK Pantomime Association, says Equity pushes for performers' rights because not all pantomimes offer standard contracts.
Pantomimes remain thriving post-COVID, with evolving narratives that include diverse characters.