Happy Christmas from Darlington Hippodrome panto stars Su Pollard and Lee Mead!

Lee Mead and Su Pollard stars of Sleeping Beauty at Darlington Hippodrome

The stars of this year’s pantomime at Darlington Hippodrome have sent a special festive video message for everyone at Middleton Hall Retirement Village.

Singer, TV actor, and musical theatre star Lee Mead, along with Hi-de-Hi! legend and panto favourite Su Pollard, recorded the message to wish everyone at the retirement village a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The stars are currently appearing in the Hippodrome’s pantomime, Sleeping Beauty, which runs until 31 December.

You can view their message below.

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