3 November 2012

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MICHAEL Spencer, who is back in a frock again this Christmas playing one of the Ugly Sisters in Cinderella at Chequer Mead, has been moonlighting as an extra on the latest Bond movie Skyfall.

Michael, who has appeared in many films and TV programmes, can be spotted as a backgound artist during a high speed chase across London.

“It’s all a bit different to rehearsing panto,” says Michael, who lives in East Grinstead, “but in the breaks between filming I’ve managed to run through some of the Cinderella script. Of course I’m actually hoping to be the next Bond Girl – so I am going to do my damndest to ensure Daniel Craig doesn’t clap eyes on our lovely Cinderella.”

* The panto will be at Chequer Mead from Friday 21 December to Sunday 30th December.

“Just like 007, we’ve got a superb cast, comedy, stunning sets and fabulous special FX,” said Michael. “Not sure about a car chase – but the transformation scene will be amazing.”

Tickets are available from the Chequer Mead Box office on 01342 302000.