Festive joy as the Cavan Panto returns to the stage with sell-out shows

The long tradition of panto at the Townhall Cavan is back.

Saidhbh O'Reilly from Mullahoran is currently playing the role of Cinderella in this year's production.

A student at Lorteto College in Cavan, Saidhbh will also share the stage with her auntie Vanessa Galligan who plays the Wicked Step Mother.

The cast has enjoyed sold out shows since opening night on Monday, with locals advised to grab last-minute tickets if they can before the popular production comes to a close on Sunday.

Speaking to Northern Sound 16-year-old Saidhbh O'Reilly said the experience has been great so far: