The local community pantomime, now in its 32nd year, will be taking on two famous tales associated with the Arabian Nights, but in its own inimitable way.

Expect cringing puns galore, irreverence, dubious morality and straightforward family fun as a poor lad happens upon a magic lamp, complete with outrageous genie, and uses it to fight off the evil machinations of scheming politicians!

Jack the Aladdin and the Faulty Thieves comes to the cornerHOUSE arts centre in Douglas Road, Surbiton, from Tuesday, January 28 to Saturday, February 1.

Evening shows start at 7.45pm. There is also a Saturday matinee at 4pm.

Tickets are £10 (£8 concs). Visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/thecornerhouseevents

If you have trouble booking your tickets, email thechartistic.team@gmail.com