IF you’re struggling to get into the festive spirit this year and despite your best intentions are failing miserably to step into Christmas 2022, then get yourself along to Cinderella at The Mac Theatre. No, it’s not a pantomime – so there are no dames, no corny jokes, no slapstick – but what you do get are great songs, special effects, and – above all – a great night out. Yes, it’s still a love story with Corrie Early in the lead role and Conor Quinn as the Prince, but there’s a lot going on around the edges that will keep you occupied and entertained – a lot of credit must go to creator and director Paul Bosco McEneaney. The story begins in unfamiliar territory in a garden with a talking bird. However, the traditional Cinderella that we all know arrives with the sudden entrance of the Ugly Sisters – Philippa O’Hara and Catriona McFeely, who bring some Belfast street cred to the roles. From then on we’re on track for a rip-roaring night of Belfast humour and gags from a cast that clearly knows its audience.
