A SPECTACULAR production of Sleeping Beauty complete with a dragon will be staged over Christmas.

From Friday December 4 to Sunday January 3, Evolution Productions will once again join forces with The Octagon Theatre, Yeovil, to present Sleeping Beauty.

Tickets sales are already up on last year’s third consecutive record-breaking production.

Evolution Pantomimes are renowned for their flair for producing pantomimes that celebrate the tradition of the genre whilst faithfully updating these classic stories with exciting new features – this year with a staggering two tonnes of water live on stage!

The production sees the return of director Eddie Dredge, who both directed and starred in last year’s Jack and the Beanstalk, and Sam Rabone who this year presents his Nurse Nellie.

With a West End standard cast, lavish sets and costumes, an incredible live band and fantastic local juvenile ensemble dancers, this year’s production promises a magical adventure for all the family.

Paul Hendy, of Evolution Pantomimes, said, ‘We are thrilled to be producing Sleeping Beauty at the Octagon and we’re very proud of our reputation for producing some of the best pantomimes in the country.

"Sleeping Beauty promises to be the biggest, funniest and most spectacular show we have produced at the Octagon."

Adam Burgan, arts and entertainment manager at The Octagon Theatre, said: "The pantomime is my favourite time of year as friend and families come together and share a good dose of traditional festive fun.

"‘Sleeping Beauty’ will be the most technically challenging pantomime we have ever stages and we are pulling out all the stops to dazzle our audiences.’

The Octagon Theatre pantomime is proudly sponsored by Latcham Direct, Breeze Radio, The Octagon Theatre and The Manor Hotel.

Contact the Octagon for tickets.