November 8th 2024.
Get ready to see EastEnders legend Todd Carty back on stage this holiday season! The talented actor, best known for his role as Mark Fowler in the popular BBC soap, will be gracing the stage at the Lighthouse in Poole as King Tucker in the production of Sleeping Beauty. It's a new role for Todd, but one that pays homage to his previous iconic characters.
For those who have been following Todd's impressive acting career, you may remember that he started out as a child actor playing Tucker Jenkins in Grange Hill back in the 1970s. Now, he's returning to the stage with a new panto role that is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
In a recent interview with the Bournemouth Echo, Todd shared his excitement for taking on this new challenge. "Sleeping Beauty is a new one for me. I have played a king before in Jack and the Beanstalk, although this might be a different type of king – we'll have to see what comes out in the wash," he said. "I like to have fun in panto. It's a huge team effort and we all want to put on a show that everyone enjoys – grandma, grandad, mum, dad and the children, of course."
The Lighthouse in Poole is a familiar venue for Todd, who recently appeared in a production of The Mousetrap there earlier this year. He expressed his gratitude for being asked to come back, saying "It's lovely to come back and, more importantly, it's lovely to be asked to come back."
While many may know Todd for his role as Mark Fowler on EastEnders, he has also appeared in a variety of other shows such as Doctors, Holby City, A Touch of Cloth, and even competed on Dancing on Ice. But for those who have been missing his presence on the small screen, this is the perfect opportunity to see him shine on stage once again.
If you're interested in catching Todd in action, Sleeping Beauty opens on Thursday 12 December and runs until Sunday 5 January. So make sure to mark your calendars and get your tickets soon!
As we eagerly await Todd's return to the stage, let's take a moment to remember his time on EastEnders. He was the second actor to play the role of Mark Fowler and spent an impressive 13 years on the show. Mark was the eldest son of Pauline and Arthur Fowler and had a tumultuous storyline with being diagnosed with HIV in 1991.
In 2003, Mark was faced with the heartbreaking news that his body was rejecting his medication and he decided to leave Walford to spare his family from watching him die. He left the Square on his motorbike and passed away off-screen a year later.
Since his departure from EastEnders, Todd has continued to thrive in his acting career, taking on a variety of roles on both stage and screen. We can't wait to see him back in action, bringing joy and laughter to audiences once again.
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