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Paul Vale

Paul Vale

Biography

Paul has been writing for The Stage since 1998 as a critic and feature writer. He is also part of The Stage's Edinburgh Fringe review team.

Recent Articles

Dick Whittington and his Catford Cat review

Dick Whittington and his Catford Cat review

Entertaining reframing of the classic story loses none of its magic along the way
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs review

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs review

Comedy talent, strong vocals and audience participation make this a must-see family pantomime
Pantomime round-up 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast and more

Pantomime round-up 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast and more

This year, the bumper crop of pantomimes features: Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty and Peter Pan: A Pantomime Adventure
Cinderella review

Cinderella review

Reassuring return to form for Hackney and director Clive Rowe with a savvy book, broad comedy and an epic playlist
My Fair Lady review

My Fair Lady review

Joseph Pitcher and his company deliver a masterclass in boutique musical theatre
Mother Goose review

Mother Goose review

Spectacular family pantomime celebrating a winning decade for its comedy leads
Beauty and the Beast: A Horny Love Story review

Beauty and the Beast: A Horny Love Story review

Articulate adult pantomime celebrating the highs and lows of queer culture
Jack and the Beanstalk review

Jack and the Beanstalk review

Music-themed pantomime offers a fresh take on a well-worn story
The Little Mermaid review

The Little Mermaid review

Inventive, family-friendly adaptation from writers Elgiva Field and Lara Barbier roots its story in sustainability
Mama Goose review

Mama Goose review

Jubilant pantomime packed with original songs and underscored by a vigorous moral message
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