Newcastle United defender's role confirmed in his hometown pantomime
Dan Burn has been announced as a special cast member for a North East Pantomime.
The Newcastle United and England defender has been a mainstay in Eddie Howe’s back line this season but is now turning turning to the stage.
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Burn is due to play the role of the genie in The Phoneix Theatre’s production of Aladdin in Blyth - the star’s home town.
The 33 year old was born in the Northumberland coastal town and spent time in the youth setup of the area’s clubs before becoming professional at Darlington.
He signed for Newcastle United in 2022.
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The role will purely be a pre recorded vocal from Burn with the theatre warning fans he will not appear live at the show.
The Phoenix Theatre’s production of Aladdin kicks off on Saturday, December 6 and runs until Sunday, December 28.