Una Healy is set to put her acting skills to the test as she’s landed a role in a Christmas pantomime.
The Saturdays singer will play the Fairy Queen in Alan Hughes and Karl Broderick’s Sammy, Buffy & the Beanstalk at The National Stadium in Dublin.
The panto organisers are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year, and wrote the part especially for Una.
However, Una will only feature in the panto virtually.
The 41-year-old’s scenes are being filmed in advance “to capture the essence of the ethereal fairy”.
Speaking about her new role, Una said: “I was blown away by Alan and Karl’s panto when we went recently. My cheeks were sore from laughing at Sammy Sausages and the hysterical Buffy.
“My kids are delighted I’ll be in it as they still say funny lines from it around the house. Every girl wants to be a panto fairy and The National Stadium is a perfect panto venue.”
“To be in their 25th anniversary panto is also really special. You don’t get to 25 unless you’re bloomin’ good. I am so excited, oh yes I am,” she added.
Karl Broderick, who writes and produces the annual panto, said: “I’m delighted to have Una as part of our 25th panto.
“She’s such a talent and has great warmth; plus she’s very funny. I am very excited to work with the pop icon that is Una Healy.”
“She’s very enthusiastic and I love that. I’ve created a magical role especially for her and she will look spectacular.”
Panto organisers are currently selling 2,500 tickets at the special price of €25 to celebrate their 25th anniversary.
