TOWIE’s Lewis Bloor will lead a star-studded cast in the Easter pantomime, Peter Pan, when it flies into St Helens Theatre Royal in 2016.

The Only Way is Essex hunk will be leaving the streets of Brentwood and flying off to Neverland on a magical panto adventure.

He will be joining an all-star cast featuring Laura Gregory as Wendy, Radio City’s Claire Simmo as Tinkerbell, Philip McGuinness as Captain Hook, Charlotte Gallagher as Tigerlilly, Liam Mellor as Smee and Simon Foster as Mrs Smee.

Let your imagination fly away with you as Regal Entertainments Ltd whisk you off to the magical world of Neverland in this wonderful family pantomime.

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Based on JM Barrie’s timeless classic about the Boy Who Never Grew Up, audiences are invited to join Peter, Wendy and the rest of the crew on their adventures through Neverland. But watch out, as Captain Hook is lurking in the wings and is out for revenge!

"I am so excited to be joining the cast of Peter Pan," said Lewis. "It is the first time to fly in a production so I will be flying high – literally – I am especially looking forward to the flying sequence which is going to be spectacular!"

Peter Pan will join Regal Entertainments’ long line of critically acclaimed smash hit seasonal productions, which are always chockfull of glitz, glamour, songs, dance, family filled fun, silly antics and slapstick comedy; the magical ingredients which have made them the must see shows of the year. With an all-star cast in the bag and tickets starting at just £11, Theatre Royal is taking panto to never before seen dizzying heights with Peter Pan - a egg-stra special Easter treat for the whole family.

Chantelle Nolan, theatre manager said: “We're delighted to welcome Lewis to St Helens and hope he will enjoy his panto experience.

"He is perfect for the role of Peter Pan as he has plenty of charm and he is in good hands, joining our stellar crew of panto favourites who always provide a fabulous family show and are guaranteed to add egg-citement to your Easter half term holidays!"

Peter Pan runs from Friday, March 25 to Sunday, April 17 and tickets are now on sale.