Let The Challenge Begin!

News 27 Mar 2025

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Hello there young warriors, we are delighted to announce that the incredible James Mackenzie (Raven, Molly and Mack) will be joining us in this year's panto, Aladdin, as the evil and power hungry Abanazar!

He and fellow CBBC alumni Chris Pizzey, as Wishee-Washee, are already preparing to entertain you this Christmas. Stay tuned to find out when rest of the cast can be revealed. 

Are you ready to fly your magic carpet to The Anvil?

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“I’m delighted to be coming to Basingstoke and making The Anvil home for the festive season. I do hope the people of Hampshire are ready to boo me as I get up to some mischief with Mr. Chris Pizzey! Let the challenge begin!”
James Mackenzie

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Aladdin
James Mackenzie dresses as Abanazar with a neat black beard and moustache in a large black hat with a green feather and green and silver detailing, he is also wearing a sleeveless outfit with large spiked shoulders and braces round his wrists that are in the same design as his hat. His harms are outstretched towards the camera and he has a neutral face. To the right of him is Chris Pizzey dressed as Wishee Washee in a vibrant yellow costume and hat with multicoloured patches, set against a bright, fiery orange background with sparkling effects. He has one hand on his hip and the other pointing at the camera, smiling with his mouth open