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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Off to The Stage Awards this afternoon at the Royal Opera House. Best of luck to all the nominees!!! Must be about the 30th anniversary of The Stage New Year event.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

It’s a two show day today, but first a jaunt into the West End for a little light Xmas shopping. Then off to Bromley for Beauty & The Beast at the Churchill followed by Goldilocks in Milton Keynes.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

So it’s Panto Day and I’m up before the judge. Judge Rinder that is and Lesley Joseph at the New Victoria in Woking. My second Snow White of the season and my first of a 4 show weekend.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

I wonder if the Ascot Gavotte will be re-worked into Pink Pony Club? #pantovsmusicals

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

In a complete change of pace, today I am off to the Mill At Sonning to catch its new production of My Fair Lady. I was lucky enough to catch Joseph Pitcher’s production here in 2017, which I thoroughly enjoyed.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

I have had to run through so many towns to make sure I get the last train home, it must look absurd.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

It was a two-show day yesterday in Colchester and then at the Charing Cross. Tonight I’m heading over to Basildon for Sleeping Beauty at the Towngate.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Tonight I am off to the Salisbury Playhouse for its in-house pantomime Jack And The Beanstalk. Adored last year’s Sleeping Beauty so I have high hopes.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Tonight I’m in Guildford and the lovely @yvonnearnaud.bsky.social for my first Beauty And The Beast of the week. Miserable weather outside but it’s warm and welcoming here.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

It’s been a full-on week of pantomime and I’m pleased to report that trends are already showing. 6/7 has popped up in most of them. Adaptations of Pink Pony Club too, along with references to Katy Perry, with pops at Elon Musk, Trump and Starmer/Reeves.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

A change of pace slightly as I’m heading off to Newbury and @watermilltheatre.bsky.social for it’s Christmas show The Little Mermaid. And this time, Sean Barrett is coming with me.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

You’d think on a press night it would be safe. But no, tonight I made my debut on the TRSE stage as a dancer. I suspect Strictly won’t be calling….

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

This evening it’s Moma Goose at Theatre Royal Stratford East. I can usually rely on the Stratford panto to put a fresh spin on an old story.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

So tonight, I’m off to my first Cinderella of the season at the @theatrewindsor.bsky.social It’s sure to be a classy, dignified, well-ordered affair with Kevin Cruise at the helm as Butttons. Especially with Basil Brush to keep him in check……oh wait!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

You know you are at a panto in Oxford when there’s a shout-out to all the lads and lasses from the astrophysics department #worksouting

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Tonight I’m hot-footing it to the @oxfordplayhouse.bsky.social to see its Dick Whittington. I’ve naturally seen many Dicks in my time, but this will probably be the first to celebrate the 1990s. If it’s anything like last year’s Sleeping Beauty, I’m in for a treat!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Heading out to deepest Essex tonight for another Jack And The Beanstalk, this time @queenstheatreh.bsky.social . It’s been a while since I’ve ventured this way but I’ve only ever heard good things about this panto.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Cracking start to my festive season. Highlights included the @royalvariety.bsky.social and the truly incomparable @saltybrine.bsky.social doing his Cyndi Lauper show. Then last night @lyrichammersmith.bsky.social were back on form with a truly heartwarming Jack & The Beanstalk.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

On my way to my first family pantomime of the season - Jack & The Beanstalk at the @lyrichammersmith.bsky.social Hopefully I’ll dry off before the show starts.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Heading home after the gala performance of The Talented Mr Ripley @richmondtheatre.bsky.social - brilliant work all round, not least the talented Mr McVey

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Make the trip out to see this! You won’t regret it!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

As part of what I am now calling my Adaptation Weekend, I am now heading to Woking to catch the tour of The Talented Mr Ripley. Last night I skipped over to Richmond for Death On The Nile, which sadly wasn’t playing on a luxury paddle steamer down the Thames.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Heading into the West End for the The Stage Debut Awards - the annual event that celebrates the achievements of people new to the industry. There’s always such good buzz at this do. Best of luck to all the nominees. Julian Clary is hosting so anything is possible.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Well Spook at the London Performance Studio is a hoot! Very funny and ripe for a full-on production if you ask me! Nice to see @thisisAlanTurk in full-on frustrated cleric mode!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

So many worthy nominees on here. It’s going to be a tough call.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Or just have an adventure of your own. The energy of the Fringe is still amazing and the beauty of this city, inspirational. The Stage team Natasha Tripney Lyn Gardner, Fergus Morgan and Rachel Chambers have all helped me navigate my 10th year at the Ed Fringe, for which I am eternally grateful.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

Heading home from the Ed Fringe. As ever, it’s been a real adventure. The Fringe continues for another week, so these shows were favourites :- Footballer’s Wives - The Musical Hot Mess DYKE Systems Ltd Jeezus!! No Apologies A Jaffa Cake Musical Orpheus Jonny Woo: Suburbia Edie Dreamscape

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Actual footage of me today…

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

I have arrived in Edinburgh, after a mercifully easy journey. Lovely staff on the @lner.co.uk Now waiting for the keys to the flat. Can’t wait to unpack and head out. It’s a three-show day today.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Wow! Tonight I’m going to be back from the theatre on the same day that I left the house. Just. That’s a first this week!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

In what has been an eventful couple of weeks, I’m heading out to Chichester now for Top Hat. It’s certainly Cheek To Cheek on this train!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

I really loved this show. It had such a great energy to it.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

Mmmm. This is ‘a 3 show day across town at the Edinburgh Fringe’ weather!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 08/07/2025

I really didn’t like Jamie Lloyd’s Sunset Boulevard and will bore many generations as to why. But in my opinion Evita is a very different kettle of fish. A modern envisioning of the concept album with a stunning lead in Rachel Zegler. Brilliant work! Go see, or join the descamisados on the streets!

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

I thought this was an incredible production

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 03/07/2025

Legging it down the the @watermilltheatre.bsky.social for the other big Webber/Rice opening of the week. I first saw Jesus Christ, Superstar at the Palace on a church trip in the 1970s. My first West End show.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

This afternoon I have landed in Manchester for a matinee performance of Come Fall In Love . Sorry Manchester. Too late :-)

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Well The Empire Strips Back is completely nuts. Who knew that the Emperor Palpatine dancing naked on a glitter-studded Death Star to Wrecking Ball was what I needed?

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Tonight I’m heading to @riversidelondon.bsky.social for a little culture. The Empire Strips Back - a burlesque based on the Star Wars franchise. I’ve got a very good feeling about this.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Playing catch-up following the nuptials - should be back on track next week.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

At Reading Rep tonight for Three Hens In A Boat. A distaff update on Jerome K Jerome and a collab between the Rep and @watermilltheatre.bsky.social

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Thoroughly enjoyed The Gang Of Three @kingsheadtheatre.bsky.social last night. A romp through 70s politics as seen through the eyes of Labour bigwigs Healey, Crossland and Jenkins. Lots of laughs along the way and yes, MPs are still arguing over the same stuff.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

So here is our wedding day cocktail. The Lavender Marriage - 30ml Parfait Amour topped up with Prosecco, garnished with a band of gold.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

The Salty Brine 50ml London Dry Gin 20ml Lillet Blanc 10ml Fino Sherry Pour ingredients into a cocktail shaker with plenty of ice. Shake vigorously and strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a large cocktail olive - two if you've had to skip lunch for a late matinee.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

There’s lots to love about Clueless - The Musical, not least Emma Flynn’s golden turn as protagonist Cher.

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 26/02/2025

Have to say I am very excited about this new season @watermilltheatre.bsky.social

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Paul Vale @paulev.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Wow! Get along to the @ThePleasance to see what @RelishTheatre are up to. Exciting, thought provoking writing, told with imagination. So much talent and promise on stage. Even being showered with jizz by a drag king didn’t put me off this gig!

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