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Gareth Gates Seeks 'Belle' for Great Yarmouth Panto
10 Jan
Summary
- Gareth Gates is co-producing Beauty and the Beast in Great Yarmouth.
- Auditions for the role of Belle will be held in April.
- Gates aims to give a local talent a break, like he received.
Gareth Gates, known for his breakthrough on Pop Idol in 2002, is set to co-produce and star in a production of Beauty and the Beast at the Britannia Theatre in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. The show is scheduled for December, with Gates taking on the role of the Beast. He is actively seeking his co-star for the part of Belle through "Finding Belle" auditions planned for April.
Gates expressed his desire to provide a platform for aspiring performers, mirroring the opportunity he received. He hopes to discover a Belle from the local region, emphasizing his commitment to giving back to the community. This production is notably the first pantomime to be staged at the Britannia Pier venue.
The singer, who has extensive experience with 15 previous pantomimes, shared his personal connection to the theatre. He also touched upon his lifelong struggle with a stammer, a condition he openly discusses to raise awareness and support others who may feel isolated. Gates believes that by sharing his experiences, he can help destigmatize differences and encourage open conversation.
