A Wee Blether With...Alan McHugh

The actor reflects on his long career in Granite City panto

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How did you get into panto?

When I left drama college in 1991, my agent simply put me up for a role in Peter Pan at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness. I got the job and I've been lucky enough to do panto every year since.

What's your favourite thing about doing panto in Aberdeen?

The relationship I have with the audience. There's a definite bond that has built up over the years, and I’m so fortunate that they seem to have accepted the West Coast Weedgie as honorary Aberdonian, which is a privilege and honour. I feel like I know them both collectively and individually and we go on an incredible journey together.

Does the panto or Christmas get dull for you?