Take a behind-the-scenes look at the cast of Robin Hood and the Merry Mandem, in the world premiere panto coming to Stratford East. Written by Yolanda Mercy and directed by Jade Lewis, Ashley Joseph stars as the titular robin in the production, running from 21 November until 2 January 2027.
Billed as a “rip-roaring East End take on the classic tale,” new panto Robin Hood and the Merry Mandem has released new images of the cast in rehearsal ahead of its Stratford East premiere. Written by Yolanda Mercy and directed by Jade Lewis, this new panto sees a new kind of hero take off their blazer and put on a hoodie.
The Merry Mandem zip across East London’s streets, stations, shops and estates, rolling through Maryland, dodging the Central line rush, and keeping a close eye on anyone trying to ship them off to “that terrible place far, far away at the other end of the line”. Robin and the crew are taking from the rich, backing the poor, and showing Stratford what happens when everyday people stand together.
Robin Hood and the Merry Mandem premieres at Stratford East from 21 November 2026 until 2 January 2027.
Photos: The cast of Robin Hood and the Merry Mandem in rehearsals
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