Owen Evans stars as Dame in Norwich Theatre's pantomime

Owen Evans, well-known in Norfolk as part of the Nimmo Twins, is set to dazzle in the Norwich Theatre's Aladdin pantomime.

Mr Evans, with a background in many theatre productions including the Royal Shakespeare Company, will be stepping into the role of the Dame from December 7 to January 5.

He said: “I’ve never done panto and it’s always looked like so much fun.

Nimmo Twins actor takes on pantomime role (Image: Submitted)

"Friends have often remarked how they think I would make a good Dame and now’s my chance to give it a go… Gulp.

"It’s a little out of my comfort zone but I am really looking forward to learning new skills with the wonderful cast and production team.

“I love playing to a Norfolk audience and really look forward to giving kids their first theatrical experience and hopefully make them laugh.”

Aside from being a Nimmo Twin, Mr Evans has built up an impressive theatrical repertoire.

This will be Owen's first taste of Pantomime (Image: Submitted)

The actor studied at the esteemed London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) alongside the Moscow Arts Theatre School.

Wendy Ellis, Norwich Theatre's creative programmes and audiences director said: "Norwich Theatre’s Aladdin is a genie-us Norfolk adventure and so we needed a true Norfolk legend to step into the dame’s shoes.

"Owen is well-known as a Nimmo Twin and we are absolutely overjoyed that he will be bringing his comedic talent, acting prowess and love for Norfolk to our pantomime this Christmas.”

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Mr Evans will be joining other stars like Tarik Frimpong and Meesha Turner in the pantomime's principal cast.

Rehearsals are scheduled to start in mid-November and tickets can be booked online or over the phone.

The pantomime, set in Norwich and written by Richard Gauntlett, is set to entertain families over the festive period.