Union J's George Shelley to join Bobby Davro and Regan Gascoigne for Dartford panto at The Orchard Theatre

Union J singer George Shelley will join comedian Bobby Davro and Dancing on Ice champion Regan Gascoigne to make his pantomime debut in Kent.

The music, radio and television star, who is currently supporting Christina Aguilera on tour, will playing the role of Prince Charming at The Orchard Theatre in Dartford.

George Shelley began his career as a member of X Factor boyband Union and was runner up on ITV's I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here in 2015.

Following the success of their sold-out 10th anniversary reunion show earlier this year, Union J is currently supporting American singer Christina Aguilera on her UK tour.

Other famous names in the Dartford cast include television and pantomime icon Bobby Davro as Buttons, and this year's Dancing On Ice champion, Regan Gascoigne, as Dandini.

The title role will be filled by newcomer Ellie Jane Grant, who has just made her professional debut in the UK tour of South Pacific.

Cinderella will run at the Dartford theatre between December 10 and 31, with tickets on sale now.

The Orchard's Theatre director Lorna Strawson said: "We are thrilled to have such an amazing line-up in Cinderella this year, with exceptional talent joining us from the across the worlds of music, comedy and dance.

"We can’t wait to see their performances on The Orchard Theatre stage for what will be an exciting visit to panto-land!”

The show is being run by pantomime producer, Crossroad Pantomimes.

Chief executive Michael Harrison said: "I’m absolutely delighted to be bringing such a brilliant cast to Dartford this Christmas.

"George, Bobby, Regan and Ellie all bring with them immense talent and I already know that we’re in for a great Christmas at the Orchard Theatre."

Tickets can be booked by visiting the Orchard Theatre website, or calling the ticket office at 0343 310 0033.