THE people of Inverclyde are getting ready to enjoy a purr-fect panto staged by a troupe of talented Kilmacolm actors. 

Members of Kilmacolm Dramatic Society will be performing Puss in Boots at the Kidston Hall on November 28, 29, and 30. 

The show, written by Stephen Duckham and directed by Mandy Robinson, tells the iconic tale of the mischievous cat and his adventures. 

Mandy said meow-mbers of the society are looking forward to retelling the popular cat's tale. 

She said: "It's just such a great story. 

"There are many different versions that have been told endlessly over hundreds of years. 

"We've adapted the original fairytale with some of its original gruesome parts and added some quirks!

"It's fantastic script that works on a lot of on different levels, so it's great for adults and for kids."

(Image: George Munro) Mandy thanked the team at Phil Smith Associates Limited for helping with technical effects, and praised all of the team for support with costumes.

A cash boost from Inverclyde Council's Community Grants Fund recently helped the society purchase sound equipment and an audio loop system. 

(Image: George Munro) Society member John Gilchrist said the live band are all volunteers, and 40 members of the community are involved in bringing the show together to present it to hundreds of people this year. 

John stars as Queen Bee and long-suffering husband King Bumble played by Michael Dickson 

Puss is played by Oscar James, and scary bits will be provided by The Orge, played by Damian Mikulski, and Grim, played by Audrey Hunter. 

Actor Kevin Curran, who is celebrating his first year as society president, is playing the character of Colin in the production. 

(Image: George Munro) He said the society, which will be celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2025, is blown away every year by the support it receives from the community. 

Kevin said community theatre is very important, adding: "This is another fantastic family show that will bring the community together. 

"People can come here with their family to switch off and enjoy the show.  

"So much can be lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life and people may not get to spend as much time with their families as they would like to, but community theatre brings people together. 

"It will the first time some youngsters will get to experience a pantomime, so as soon as they walk through the door, we make things as magical as possible."

Shows take place at 7.30pm each night and there is a 2.30pm matinee on the Saturday. 

To book visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/kilmacolmdramaticcsociety