Former Labour leader will make onscreen cameo as ‘Wizard of Oz-lington’ in drag production of Wicked Witches
He has spent a whole career dealing with booing and hissing in the House of Commons. But now in the run-up Christmas, the former Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn will bring that experience to bear as he appears in pantomime at a north London theatre.
The Islington North MP, who sits as an independent, will perform as the “Wizard of Oz-lington” in a drag production of Wicked Witches. The venue said he would make an onscreen cameo.
“The Pleasance [theatre] has been at the heart of our community for 30 years, and local theatre like this deserves our support,” Corbyn said.
“Panto brings people together – it’s fun, inclusive and a brilliant celebration of creativity. It’s a pleasure to conjure up a little festive magic with the Pleasance in their 30th year. Local theatre is where the real wizardry happens – sparking imagination and spreading a bit of joy.”
