It's the season for a pantomime... oh yes it is!

Panto fans will be pleased to hear that local drama group Vikki V’s will be bringing some Christmas cheer to Halstead this weekend with their production of Beauty and the Beast.

The group, which also performed at a charity event at the Queens Hall last week, have been rehearsing since September for the performances this weekend.

Each show will see a different cast member take to the stage as Beauty and the Prince alongside the rest of the talented cast.

Santa is due to make an appearance in the interval of each show and refreshments and raffle tickets will be on sale.

The opening show of the group’s annual pantomime will be held in the Queens Hall, Halstead, at 2pm tomorrow followed by an evening performance at 6pm.

The final show will be held on Sunday at 6pm.

Doors open half an hour before each performance.

Tickets are £6.50 each and can be bought on the door or via the ticket hotline on 07512831575