THE 1812 Theatre Company’s Pantomime returns to Helmsley Arts Centre this week with Dick Whittington.

Directed by Helena Fox with choreography from Ashton Danby of Miss Sarah Louise Ashworth’s School of Dance and Musical Direction from Helmsley Arts Centre’s Artistic Director Natasha Jones this year promises to be a spectacular community event, bringing together a whole host of talent from Ryedale and beyond.

With a cast and crew of 50 aged 5 to 80-plus, 14 musical numbers and an array of impressive comedy props, the stage will be brimming with energy and festive spirit.

With musical numbers from Shirley Temple to Beyoncé there really is something for everyone.

Dick Whittington is at Helmsley Arts Centre from December2 to 10.

Tickets are available at www.helmsleyarts.co.uk or from the Box Office on 01439 771 700.