Behind the Scenes of Buxton Opera House's Pantomime with Catherine Pugh & Jamie Davis-Fletcher
Arts & Toast with Kirsty Corbett
Tuesday, 15 September 2026 - 7 minutes
Join Kirsty as she explores the joy, pranks and spirit of panto season with Buxton Opera House’s panto stars Catherine Pugh & Jamie Davis-Fletcher. The three share their insights on the enchanting world of pantomime, revealing the joy, laughter, and occasional chaos that come with it. The conversation takes a hilarious turn as they share stories of onstage mishaps. From unexpected ad-libs to costume malfunctions,the unpredictability of live performances brings an element of surprise that keeps everyone on their toes. Catherine recalls a particularly funny moment when she accidentally burped mid-song, leaving her in fits of laughter rather than singing. Both panto stars also confirm when is the “correct time” for your Christmas decorations to go up.The Derbyshire Peaks pantomime opens on Friday 4 December at Buxton Opera House and runs until 2 January 2027. Tickets start at just £15 and are on sale now via the Buxton Opera House website.
