TONIGHT sees the start of a 14-show run of the annual pantomime at the Norbury Theatre in Droitwich.

Jack and the Beanstalk is the choice of story for this season's festivities and a 25-strong cast will be providing the traditional entertainment, upstaged only by one giant performance and a pantomime cow.

"It's a wonderful show and we've worked really hard," said director Gail Metcalfe. "We just want lots of people to come along and support us and have a really good time."

The panto takes over the Friar Street venue tonight, Friday and Saturday, January 12-15 and January 19-22. Call the box office for tickets on 01905 770154.