Bedknobs and Broomsticks actor Rob fulfilling a Grand ambition on Wolverhampton stage
Rob Madge is loving being on the stage of the Grand Theatre, having spent many years enjoying shows there as a child.
The actor, who plays Norton the fish in Bedknobs and Broomsticks, says it was the theatre the family used to attend for pantomimes, adding: "I always thought I would love to do that one day."
Having performed in several shows such as Mary Poppins, Les Miserables, and Matilda, Rob is performing in Wolverhampton this week as part of the tour.
The actor, who grew up in the West Midlands, said: "This is my first time performing at the Grand Theatre, but growing up I saw every pantomime under the sun here but it's my first time actually working here.
"It's amazing performing at the Grand Theatre, the audience are incredible too, they were really receptive and responsive."
Rob plays Norton the fish, and loves the reaction from children in the audience when the character enters in act two, adding: "I mean it's everything I ever dreamed of – to play a big, northern fish.
"I love it, it's a funny little part and I love hearing the kids' responses when the puppet comes out the first time because it's a big, larger than life animated fish.
