THE newly refurbished Hippodrome Theatre is playing host to Brian Conley this Christmas in eternal family favourite Dick Whittington.

The rags-to-riches tale of Dick Whittington and his cat is set to delight audiences of all ages with music, comedy, dance, heroes, villains and that special panto magic.

It will be the third time the multi-talented Conley has appeared at the Hippodrome and he's raring to get back.

The panto also features Birmingham's own Don Maclean as Sarah the Cook and Emmerdale's Anna Brecon as Alice.

Dick Whittington runs until Sunday, February 24, with evening, matinee and Sunday performances.

Tickets cost £8-£20 from the box office on 0870 730 1234.