Una Healy is plenty used to performing on stage during concerts, but now the singer will be standing in the spotlight for a different reason.
As the Tipperary native is set to make her panto debut.
Una will star in Alan Hughes and Karl Broderick’s panto, Sammy, Buffy & the Beanstalk for its 25th Anniversary show, at The National Stadium. Taking on the role of the Fairy Queen in their upcoming show.
Speaking about the new challenge, Una said: “I was blown away by Alan and Karl’s panto when we went recently.“
“My cheeks were sore from laughing at Sammy Sausages and the hysterical Buffy.”
While she hasn’t made her panto debut yet, Una already has some big supporters as her daughter Aoife, and son Tadhg are massive fans of the show.
“My kids are delighted I’ll be in it as they still say funny lines from it around the house,” she shared.
Continuing: “Every girl wants to be a panto fairy and The National Stadium is a perfect panto venue.”
“To be in their 25th anniversary panto is also really special. You don’t get to 25 unless you’re bloomin’ good. I am so excited, oh yes I am.”
Una will be starring alongside Alan Hughes, Rob Murphy, Johnny Ward and Conor Clear. Although her parts will be filmed in advance.
The show is produced by panto legend Karl Broderick, who shared his delight at having Una in this year’s edition.
Saying: “I’m delighted to have Una as part of our 25th panto.”
“She’s such a talent and has great warmth; plus she’s very funny. I am very excited to work with the pop icon that is Una Healy.”
“She’s very enthusiastic and I love that. I’ve created a magical role especially for her and she will look spectacular.”
Sammy, Buffy & the Beanstalk tickets are on sale now at panto.ie
