Cinderella finally goes to the ball as MHA Briar Hill House put on panto for residents

MHA Briar Hill House had the opportunity to put on a show for residents in the form of a pantomime.

Staff  had been planning to do a panto since September last year but due to covid outbreaks at the home they were unable to do so.

With the outbreak situation completely eradicated the home was finally able to put on a show for residents.

The home provides residential and nursing care for 36 residents and chose Cinderella as the performance with six staff members and one resident playing the individual parts.

The story was narrated by the home's chaplain, Karen and enjoyed by all, including family members of the residents.

Nina Varndell, activity coordinator said: “The panto has been in the pipeline for a long time, but due to some restrictions we were unable to organise it.

“Everyone had a great time, especially our star of the show and lone resident in the cast, Janice.

“After we finished, she asked if we could do this on a weekly basis, so it shows she had a great time

“There is always a bit of a lull after Christmas, so it definitely helped to raise the spirits of everyone here at the home.

“The family members of residents were also very impressed with the performance and gave a lot of positive feedback.

“We are already planning our next show, which will be Aladdin and I am confident it will be as if not more successful than the Cinderella performance.”