Nickelodeon UK Presenter Jamie Rickers To Star As 'Buttons' In Sunderland Empire's 2013-2014 Pantomime "Cinderella"

The British regional newspaper the Sunderland Echo has announced in the following article from their official website, sunderlandecho.com, the news that Nickelodeon UK presenter Jamie Rickers (Nickelodeon UK's "Camp Orange", "Jamie's & Anna's Big Weekend", "UPick Summer") will be starring in Sunderland Empire's 2013 pantomime production of "Cinderella" as the character 'Buttons', which will run at the Sunderland Empire in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, in North East England, UK from Friday 13th December 2013 to Sunday 5th January 5 2014.

Tickets, priced from £10 to £25, are available from the Box Office in High Street West, the Ticket Centre on 0844 871 3022 and/or online at www.atgtickets.com/Sunderland.

Jamie's co-presenter, Anna Williamson, will also be starring as 'Cinderella' in a separate production of the famous panto being held at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley, South East London this Christmas holiday season, from Friday 29th November 2013 to Sunday 5th January 2014:

From Loose Women to Fairy Godmother – Coronation Street actress Sherrie Hewson to star in Sunderland Empire panto

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A LEGEND of Corrie’s cobbled streets is the headline star for this year’s Sunderland Empire panto.

Bosses today revealed the cast for rags-to-riches tale Cinderella.

Loose Women panellist Sherrie Hewson takes the pivotal role as the Fairy Godmother.

The 68-year-old is one of the most respected actresses in the country and has been in the business for more than 40 years.

She began performing at the tender age of four and won an Olivier Award at the age of 15.

Sherrie is best known for her iconic portrayal of Maureen Holdsworth in Coronation Street.

She published her own crime fiction novel The Tannery in 2009, and recently starred as Joyce Temple-Savage in ITV’s hit rated series Benidorm.

A spokesman for the Empire said: “Sherrie is thrilled to be starring in the pantomime and is looking forward to sharing a wonderful Christmas and New Year with everyone in Sunderland.”

The role of Cinderella will be played by Amy Thompson, a familiar face on Channel 5’s Milkshake!

Her theatre credits include Gail in Teachers, Holly in Christmas Crackers, Annie in Wrestling Mad, and Kay in Salt of the Earth.

Unsung hero Buttons will be played by TV presenter Jamie Rickers.

He is the TV face of Nickelodeon in the UK and the eponymous star of Jamie & Anna’s Big Weekend, and summer hit Camp Orange.

He joined Nickelodeon in 2010 after five years hosting CITV’s Toonattik.

The handsome Prince Charming will be played by Owen Thompson, with Bobby Windebank as Dandini, Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph as the dastardly Ugly Sisters, and the fabulous Shetland Ponies live on stage. Cinderella promises to be a sparkling treat for the whole family and the Empire will be welcoming back Martin Dodd for UK Productions.

As one of the country’s leading producers of musical theatre and pantomime both nationally and internationally, and as the company behind last year’s high-flying pantomime Peter Pan, they promise another high-impact and fun adventure.

Empire press officer Claire Pickersgill said: “We’re delighted Sherrie will be starring in this year’s pantomime.

“Renowned for all of her fantastic TV roles and bubbly and charismatic personality, she’ll make a truly exceptional and enchanting Fairy Godmother.

“And with popular children’s TV stars Jamie and Amy, plus adorable Shetland Ponies, this year’s show is all set to be another fun-filled extravaganza.”

Cinderella runs from Friday, December 13, to Sunday, January 5.

Tickets, priced from £10 to £25, are available from the Box Office in High Street West, the Ticket Centre on 0844 871 3022 or online at www.ATGtickets.com/Sunderland.

Robbie Williams, Olly Murs And Jonathan Wilkes Visit Nickelodeon Land UK

The British regional newspaper the Blackpool Gazette is reporting in the following article from their official website, blackpoolgazette.co.uk, the exciting news that a host of famous faces have been spotted enjoying the rides and atmosphere at Nickelodeon Land UK at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Britain's only Nickelodeon Land, recently!

Pop fans were in for a treat when two of the UK's biggest stars, Robbie Williams (Take That) and Olly Murs ("Olly Murs"), were spotted at the Pleasure Beach on Thursday 20th June 2013, where they spent some of their precious spare time enjoying a day out at the Blackpool fun park yesterday. The duo, currently in concert at Manchester's Etihad Stadium, also brought along their actor and songwriter pal Jonathan Wilkes for the park's rides, where the thrill-seekers enjoyed all the rides in Nickelodeon Land, plus Pleasure Beach, Blackpool rides, including The Big One and Revolution!

I wonder if they had any ninja training with Nickelodeon's very own Heroes in a Half Shell - Leo, Donnie, Raph and Mikey, also known as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, who recently arrived at Nickelodeon Land at Pleasure Beach, Blackpool?

Meanwhile, although the article doesn't say if they visited Nickelodeon Land, English footballer Wayne Rooney (Manchester United forward) was also recently seen visiting Blackpool Pleasure Beach with his three-year-old son, Kai Rooney:

Does it go any faster, dad?

Little Kai Rooney is fast becoming the number one fan of the Pleasure Beach.

The three-year-old was back at the Blackpool attraction with his dad, Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney.

It is the second time the tot has been spotted at the Pleasure Beach recently- only last month he paid a visit with mum Coleen.

Meanwhile, pop fans were in for a treat when two of the nation’s biggest stars were spotted at the Pleasure Beach yesterday.

Robbie Williams and Olly Murs spent their precious spare time enjoying a day out at the fun park yesterday.

The duo, currently in concert at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium, brought along pal Jonathan Wilkes for the fun rides.

The thrill-seekers enjoyed many of the park’s rides, including The Big One, Revolution and all the rides in Nickelodeon Land.

Nickelodeon's "Dora The Explorer LIVE! Search For The City Of Lost Toys" Musical Stage Show Tour To Perform At Bradford's Alhambra Theatre In June 2013

The British regional newspaper the Bradford Telegraph and Argus is reporting in the following article from their official website, thetelegraphandargus.co.uk, that Nick Jr. megastar "Dora the Explorer" will be bringing her live musical stage show, "Dora The Explorer LIVE! Search For The City Of Lost Toys", to the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford, UK, where Nickelodeon's preschool superstar will be holding performances of her live musical stage show on Tuesday 25th June 2013 at 4:00pm and on Wednesday 26th June 2013 at 10:00am & 1:00pm, as part of the entertainment complex's Spring 2013 season of entertainment! Tickets for Dora the Explorer LIVE! are priced from £16 and £18 for seats in the Stalls, £16 for Dress Circle & Upper Circle seating, Lounges (seat 6) £96 and Boxes (seat 4) £64. There is a £2 off concession for children. Nurseries, schools and groups of 10+ are purchase tickets priced at £12 plus 1 supervisor free with every 9 children (not available front stalls). Family tickets are also available to buy, from £65 for front stalls, and £55 for other seating areas (for 4 inc 2 or 3 children ages 16 or under). Tickets to watch Nickelodeon Preschool's "Dora The Explorer LIVE! Search For The City Of Lost Toys" at the Bradford Alhambra can be bought on the official 'Bradford Theatres' website or by ringing the theatres box office on (01274) 432000. Booking fees apply:

Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer in Bradford

Dora the Explorer

Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer is in Bradford next week, with a new live adventure.

The song and dance spectacular invites young theatre-goers to to explore, communicate, overcome obstacles, solve puzzles and discover a diverse world, while having lots of fun.

In the show, Dora has lost her teddy bear Osito and the search is on to retrieve him.

With the help of the audience, Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and their courageous friends, Dora uses her map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to pass through a number pyramid and a mixed-up jungle to reach the City of Lost Toys.

But sneaky fox Swiper is on her trail... In the popular children’s TV show, Dora has adventures in her imaginative, tropical world filled with jungles, beaches and rainforests.

Dora the Explorer: Search for the City of Lost Toys is on at the Ahambra on Tuesday and Wednesday. Suitable for children aged two to six.

Ring (01274) 432000.

Win Lunch With Nickelodeon UK And Diversity Stars Jordan Banjo And Perri Kiely

To celebrate Nickelodeon UK & Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK premiering and showing brand new episodes of Nick UK and Sky 1 HD's brand new dance-themed reality series "Jordan & Perri's Ultimate Block Party" every Friday at 6.30pm (repeated at 7.30pm on Nick UK's +1 (plus-one) timeshift channel, Nick+1), Nickelodeon UK has teamed up with Yahoo! UK's celebrity news blog, OMG from Yahoo! UK and Ireland, to launch a brand new and exclusive competition which is offering one very lucky winner, and a guest of their choice (if the winner is under 16 their guest must be a parent or guardian.), the chance to be dined by Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely, the presenters (hosts) of the all-new show, in London, UK!To enter this amazing contest and to be in with a chance to win this once-in-a-lifetime money-can't-buy prize, simply head over to Yahoo! OMG UK's official Twitter page @YahooOMGUK and let them know why YOU are the biggest Diversity fan!

Competition terms and conditions:

Competition offer for lunch with Jordan and Perri is valid until 30/09/13

Venue of Nandos restaurant will be within in the London/Essex area

Nickelodeon will subsidise the travel cost for winners

Nickelodeon will also be accompanying prize winners during their meal with Jordan and Perri

This prize cannot be redeemed for any cash equivalent

One winner (from England) will win a lunch with Jordan and Perri (in either London or Essex) and a friend of their choice (if the winner is younger than 16 then their guest must be a parent or guardian). The prize also includes return train travel within England, but no accommodation. The prize is to be fulfilled on or before 30th September 2013.

* Disclaimer - Please note that the above competition is not being run by NickALive!.

A joint commission for Nickelodeon UK and Sky 1 HD, "Jordan & Perri's Ultimate Block Party" is an 8 episode x 30 minute series that will see Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely, of British street dance troupe Diversity fame, do what they do best – teaching kids their best street dance routines, whilst throwing the ultimate surprise parties. Since the show was announced in February 2013, excited kids from across the UK have sent in their applications. They've also invited some of their showbiz pals to help with the party planning so expect cool music, crazy moves and a few surprises for the party goers!

Throughout the series Jordan and Perri will help to decide the theme of each of the parties, as they put performers through their paces during intense dance rehearsals. Not only will the headline act be put to the test, but guests will also get a chance to show off their signature moves – no dad dancing allowed! And not forgetting the viewers at home, who will be able to learn step-by-step some of Jordan and Perri's routines!

More from the official competition page on Yahoo! OMG:

WIN lunch with Diversity’s Jordan and Perri!

Great prize up for grabs to celebrate the launch of new Nickelodeon TV show – Jordan & Perri’s Ultimate Block Party!

Win the chance to have lunch with Diversity... Copyright [Rex]Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely - made famous by winning Britain’s Got Talent, performing on Got to Dance and teaching their creative street dance performances to willing groups on Secret Street Crew – have hot stepped out of their comfort zone for Nickelodeon’s new series Jordan & Perri’s Ultimate Block Party.

The show sees Jordan and Perri teach children with different dance backgrounds killer street dance routines, which they will perform as the headline act at their very own ultimate block party.

To celebrate the launch of their brand new TV show, Jordan & Perri’s Ultimate Block Party which airs Fridays at 6.30pm on Nickelodeon, we are offering one lucky winner, and a guest of their choice, the chance to be dined by the boys in London! If the winner is under 16 their guest must be a parent or guardian.

To enter, simply head over to our Twitter page @YahooOMGUK and let us know why YOU are the biggest Diversity fan.

T&Cs:

Competition offer for lunch with Jordan and Perri is valid until 30/09/13
Venue of Nandos restaurant will be within in the London/Essex area
Nickelodeon will subsidise the travel cost for winners
Nickelodeon will also be accompanying prize winners during their meal with Jordan and Perri
This prize cannot be redeemed for any cash equivalent
One winner (from England) will win a lunch with Jordan and Perri (in either London or Essex) and a friend of their choice (if the winner is younger than 16 then their guest must be a parent or guardian). The prize also includes return train travel within England, but no accommodation. The prize is to be fulfilled on or before 30th September 2013.

For more information, visit nick.co.uk/jordanandperri.