ACTOR Robin Askwith has sent a message of support to a North-East theatre which has had to postpone its pantomime this year.
Darlington Hippodrome has announced its production of Cinderella will not be taking place this Christmas, due to uncertainly over social distancing rules.
It will now be performed in 2021 instead.
Askwith, best known for the saucy 1970s Confessions films, has been a regular performer in Darlington over the years.
He appeared in pantomime at the Hippodrome as evil villain Abanazar in Aladdin two years ago.
Askwith, whose other film credits include the films If...., Carry On Girls, Bless This House, Britannia Hospital Cool It Carol, said: "So sorry to hear about this year's pantomime postponement at The Hippodrome
"It's no secret that Darlington is one of my favourite venues and I'm awash with some great supporters and friends there."
The actor, who has also appeared in Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Benidorm and Bottle Boys, has been a regular at Darlington Film Club, in the town's Forum Music Centre, performing his one-man show there four times in recent years.
He added: "I know one thing for sure and that is,once this has passed the spirit and force of Darlo will be behind the return of this fantastic arena - and let's not forget The Forum.
"See you all soon."
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