Milton Keynes audiences are set for a spellbinding festive treat this Christmas when Alexandra Burke leads this year’s production of Sleeping Beauty.
Alexandra will star as the wicked Carabosse at Milton Keynes Theatre, alongside TV and theatre star Richard Cadell as Muddles with his lovable friends Sooty and Sweep, and sensational cabaret artist Ceri Dupree as Queen Passionella.
Alexandra has established herself as one of the UK’s most sought-after West End leading ladies, having starred in The Bodyguard, Sister Act, Chess, Chicago and Michael Harrison’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat at The London Palladium.
The multi-platinum recording artist and actress first rose to fame 17years ago, winning the fifth series of The X Factor while duetting with Beyoncé.
She has since sold more than six million albums.
Richard started out as one of Britain’s top illusionists, appearing on stage and television all over the world, and has also worked as a BBC Radio DJ and children’s television presenter on Sky TV, while panto dame and cabaret artist Ceri Dupree performs at venues across the UK.
“I’m delighted to be bringing this exceptional cast to Milton Keynes for Sleeping Beauty. Alexandra Burke is a phenomenal performer who will make a truly wicked Carabosse! The much-loved Richard Cadell and Ceri Dupree are both panto gold and I can’t wait for audiences to see them in our MK panto this year," said Crossroads Pantomimes Chief Executive Michael Harrison.
Audiences can expect a magical adventure full of laugh-out-loud comedy, surprises and festive joy, perfect for all the family.
Sleeping Beauty runs from Saturday 5 December 2026 to Sunday 10 January 2027.
Tickets are in sale at www.atgtickets.com/miltonkeynes
