IT'S finally been confirmed that there will be a pantomime at Thurrock's Thameside Theatre this year.

Jack and the Beanstalk will take place from 1 December to 3 January 2024.

Cast details have yet to be announced for the show which will be produced by Polka Dot Pantomimes but you can see full details of the shows and book tickets via this link.

Polka Dot are searching for young people to be part of the show as they look for an all singing, all dancing chorus of young dancers (aged nine to 18) who are full of personality and can move well.

Open auditions will be held at the Thameside on Orsett Road for seniors (those in Years 7-13 from September) on Tuesday, 15 August 6-8pm and juniors (those in Years 4-6 from September) on Thursday 17 August 6-8pm.

Children must be no younger than nine by 1 September 2023.

To audition, you must fill out an audition pack which is available to download on the Polka Dot website www.polkadotpantomimes.co.uk