Theatre and TV star Ian Parkin to lead festive panto cast at Lowther Pavilion

Best known as one quarter of BBC Jonathan Ross’ illustrious house band, Ian Parkin was a permanent prime-time fixture on UK TV screens for nine years.

A seasoned pantomime performer, Ian has appeared across the UK in numerous productions including Jack and The Beanstalk.

Pantomime Producer Paul Holman said: “Not only is Ian a wonderful entertainer but he has a warmth and sense of fun which captivates an audience and draws them into the excitement of the story.”

With a unique blend of harmony, humour and superb vocals, Ian and the band have garnered a huge and loyal following, including celebrity fans Tim Minchin and Julie Walters and have enjoyed great success playing Glastonbury Festival six times, supporting Joan Collins on her one-woman show and performing on radio with the likes of Neil Diamond, Jimmy Osmond and ABBA’s Benny Andersson.

They continue to perform regularly together throughout the UK and abroad.

Away from the band, Ian’s theatrical career has seen him grace the West End stage in many major Musical productions including Call Me Madam, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Peter Pan – The Musical and many more. He has also appeared in several feature films including Gunbus, Anxiety, The Nutcracker and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society.

Jack and the Beanstalk runs from Dec 7 to 30. Tickets are on sale at www.lowtherpavilion.co.uk