Legendary children’s entertainer DAVE BENSON PHILLIPS popped into the Epsom Playhouse to see his home this Christmas when he will star in this year’s family pantomime The Wizard of Oz as the Scarecrow.

He met theatre manager Elaine Teague who showed him round the venue. Elaine said: “Dave performed here with his children’s theatre show many years ago and we are delighted to welcome him back. He was very interested to see the changes in the town since his last visit and is looking forward to sampling the delights that Epsom has to offer!”

Most children in the UK have enjoyed being entertained by Dave Benson Phillips who, over the last 28 years, has become one of the most popular children’s presenters on television.

Tickets for the Wizard of Oz are on sale now and can be booked at: www.epsomplayhouse.co.uk or by ringing the Box Office on 01372 742555/742227.

PLEASE SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL THEATRE Based on information supplied by Mary Zoeller.