Love Island Winner Joins Viral TikTok Duo for Magical Cinderella at The SEC
Panto season in Glasgow is about to get bigger, louder, and more magical than ever. The Magical Adventures of Cinderella takes over The SEC from 17th – 24th December with 19 unmissable performances of festive fun for the whole family.
Headlining this year’s spectacular is Love Island winner and vocal powerhouse Paige Turley, stepping into the spotlight as the glittering and fabulous Fairy Godmother. Known for her show-stopping voice and warm personality, Paige promises to deliver a performance packed with magic, sparkle, and Christmas cheer.
She’s joined by TikTok sensations Callum McMurdo and Miller McLeish – better known as viral comedy duo Lynsey and Fiona – who will bring their outrageous humour and energy to the roles of the Ugly Stepsisters.
The production is brought to life by The Theatre School of Scotland and Theatre College of Scotland, the brainchild of Reece Donnelly, which trains Scotland’s next generation of performers from as young as 3 years old right up to HND level. This year marks the school’s longest SEC panto run to date, showcasing the incredible homegrown talent of its students alongside household names., this year’s run marks the school’s biggest SEC panto to date – combining household names with rising homegrown talent in one glittering production.
Producer Reece Donnelly said:
“I cannot believe we are into year four of producing the SEC panto – it’s a dream come true to bring this show to life every year. What makes it special is that our students take on leading roles alongside stars like Paige. She’s always been on my wish list – her voice is stunning, her energy is infectious, and she’s a perfect fit for our show. Bringing in fresh digital talent like Callum and Miller is also really exciting. Cinderella is the most magical story of them all, and this year we’ve ramped things up with a bigger set, costumes from across the globe, dazzling magic, and tunes that will have everyone on their feet. You really are in for a belter.”
Director Charlotte Forbes added:
“Cinderella has always been a favourite of mine, and I feel incredibly lucky to be directing it for the fourth year at The SEC. With such a stellar cast, audiences can expect magic, laughter, and heart-warming festive moments that will set them up perfectly for Christmas. We can’t wait to share this spectacular show with our audiences.”
With dazzling sets, show-stopping songs, laugh-out-loud comedy, and a cast that’s brimming with star power, The Magical Adventures of Cinderella is Glasgow’s ultimate Christmas outing.
Tickets start at just £13 – book now before they’re gone: www.sec.co.uk/events/detail/cinderella-2025









