The Prince (Julie Chapman) tries the slipper on one of the Ugly Sisters (Frank Town), watched by Buttons (Geoff Pickles), Pansy (Brian Nuttall), the Baron (Barry Holmes) and Dandini (Annette Parkinson).

If audience reaction is anything to go by, then the Sion Pantomime, "Cinderella" is a real hit. The first night audience on Saturday, the 29th December 1973, gave the show an almost rapturous reception, showing by their spontaneous applause their appreciation of this very popular pantomime.

The script by John Burnley sticks closely to the traditional pattern, with perhaps the emphasis on the relationship between Cinderella and Buttons providing an opportunity for Joan Stuttard (Cinderella) and Geoffrey Pickles (Buttons) to shine. The very able cast gave them full support, with Julie Chapman, a shapely principal boy, living up to her name Prince Charming in no uncertain fashion. The comedy, a little boisterous at times, was in the capable hands of Brian Nuttall and Frank Town as the Ugly Sisters, Barry Holmes, a newcomer to the Sion team, was a strong and vigorous Baron, and Annette Parkinson made an attractive Dandini. Keith Hobbs was a dignified Mayor of Netherbackwash and Sheila Holmes brought grace and charm to the part of the Fairy Godmother. As always in Sion pantomimes, the children were featured in their own particular items and, whether as fairies pulling Cinderella's beautiful, illuminated coach, or in their own speciality spots, they captured the hearts of the audience. The chorus sang with spirit, while the Hazel Hodder dancers brought a touch of professionalism into the dancing. The music, specially written by Jack Haworth, was tuneful and wedded to the script.

The producer is Norman Powell, the accompanist Jack Haworth, chorus mistress Mary Jones, stage manager Herbert Taylor, and the costumes are by Dorothy Taylor, with the scenery by Peter Hielatowics.