So who has the panto factor?

Some of the Panto Factor finalists who will be battling it out to be Dick Whittington at Dunstable's Grove Theatre

And YOU could be there to see a celebrity-packed Panto Factor panel – including News/Gazette editor Lynn Hughes – choose the aspiring actor or actress who will take on the principal role in this year’s fabulous Christmas show.

It’s your chance to take part in an X Factor style audition, to cheer on your favourites and loudly boo the baddies.

There are three locals in the talented line-up – former West End veteran Ruth Platt, a mum-of-two from Leighton Buzzard; 17-year-old Brad Adams from Dunstable and aspiring Luton teenager Josh Hawkins, 16, of Bushmead.

So come along and join in the fun – it’s guaranteed to put you in a fantastic festive mood!

The ever-popular story of Dick Whittington and his cat opens at the Grove on Friday December 13 with a star-studded cast.

Leslie Grantham – alias EastEnders Dirty Den – is Dirty Rat and Ryan Moloney – Toadfish from Neighbours – plays the part of Idle Jack.

But it’s Jasette Amos, pictured, as Fairy Bowbells and Leon Craig – alias Sarah The Cook – who will probably steal the show.

Jasette is larger than life and twice as versatile and Leon, who stands 6ft 3in in his stocking soles, is going to make a hugely amusing dame with his towering blue bouffant wig, pouty lips and pink cheeks – oh yes he is!

He’s on the Panto Factor panel, alongside Jasette and gorgeous actress Anna Kumble, former 90s pop star Lolly.

Tickets for the grand finale on Thursday are only £5 each so ring the box office now on 01582 602080.