Join Robin Hood and his Merry Men as panto opens at Sunderland's Royalty Theatre

Written by the Royalty’s James Errington, who also stars as the legendary green outlaw, the show follows the adventures of Robin Hood and his band of merry men, as he tries to foil evil-doers and win the heart of Maid Marian.

It promises to be a wacky adaptation and theatre-goers can join the Merry Men and find out whether Friar Tuck will ever get the recognition he craves, if Robin tames his ego, and if Will’s secret ever gets found out.

Director Helen Bowie said: “I absolutely love panto and am thrilled to be directing Robin Hood at the Royalty Theatre. It isn't a panto you see every year and you've definitely not seen a version like ours. The cast and crew have worked so hard and I hope as many people can see the fruits of their hard work.”

Joining James in the cast are panto regulars Andy Barella as Munchy Bob and Alex Goodchild as Friar Tuck. Erin Moyse stars as Maid Marian.

The show runs from December 12-22 at the theatre off Chester Road, with evening shows on Tuesdays to Saturdays, and matinées on Saturdays and Sundays, some of which are close to selling out.

Tickets are are £8/£6.50 in advance, £9/£7.50 on the night and can be booked via www.ticketsource.co.uk/royaltytheatre or on 0333 666 3366. Group bookings for parties of 10 or more can be arranged via [email protected].