STILL Game and pantomime star Gavin Mitchell won't feature in this year's Glasgow show due to suffering from long Covid.
Aladdin will run at the SEC Armadillo from December 11-29.
Mitchell, who is best known for his role as "Boaby the Barman", was to play evil Abanazar in the Disney classic.
However, the actor had had to pull out due to health reasons. It is not yet known who will replace him.
In a statement on social media, the SEC wrote: "We’re sorry to let our audiences know that Gavin Mitchell is recovering from Long COVID, so won’t be able to appear in our production of Aladdin this Christmas.
"Gavin will be missed by all of those working on the show – and of course our audiences too! Our thoughts are with him as he works towards making a full recovery.
"Watch this space for more casting news."
Actor Colin McGowan said: "Gutted to hear this about @GavsterNo1. Wishing you all the best and hope you recover ASAP. Fantastic stage and screen actor and all-round good guy."
Liam Rudden added: "Aw, @GavsterNo1, gonna miss you. Sorry to read this. Speedy recovery, pal. Pantoland needs you."
Gary the Tank Commander, aka actor Greg McHugh, comedian and singer Leah MacRae and many more will be entertaining audiences this Christmas.
Tickets are still available.
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