FORMER Liberty X star and winner of The Voice 2016 is to star in this year's Christmas pantomime at King George's Hall this year.

Kevin Simm, who hails from Chorley, will take the title role, opposite Jennifer Greene in Beauty and the Beast.

He returns to Blackburn after starring in Aladdin in 2015.

The show runs from December 10-31 and you can call the box office on 0844 847 1664 or visit www.kinggeorgeshall.com.