Jack and the Beanstalk , Hippodrome, Birmingham
Hippodrome, Birmingham: This stupendous production may be a late starter in the festive season schedules but it has got to be the clear frontrunner of this year's panto pack. Michael Harrison of Qdos has produced, written and directed scores of pantomimes, and this one - it's his fifth at the Hippodrome and, with co-writer Alan McHugh, builds on the unmitigated artistic and box office success of last year&#…