Nigel Havers Charms on TV Before Dashing Off to Panto Duty
So, here’s what happened on Sunday Brunch this weekend — and honestly, Nigel Havers completely stole the spotlight the moment he appeared on screen. But just as viewers were settling in and enjoying his witty presence, he had to make a rather swift exit. It wasn’t due to any backstage drama; he simply had another professional commitment waiting for him, and the clock was ticking.
Right at the top of the show, hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer let everyone know that Havers wouldn’t be able to stay for the full program. He was part of a star-studded guest list that also included Chris McCausland, Ben Miller, and the lively duo Chris and Rosie Ramsey. But unlike the others, Havers was on borrowed time. As it turned out, he had to rush off to the London Palladium for that day’s pantomime performance.
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During his short but memorable segment, Havers spoke about his latest show, Talking B ** cks , which is gearing up for a tour next year. But for now, he’s deeply involved in the Palladium’s annual pantomime — a festive tradition he has been part of for a full decade. This year, he’s back as The Keeper of the Privy in a lavish production of Sleeping Beauty , sharing the stage with Catherine Tate, Julian Clary, and his long-time friend Paul Zerdin.
When he was asked why he keeps returning to panto year after year, Havers didn’t miss a beat. “For the money, really,” he joked, keeping the tone light and self-aware. But beyond the humor, it was clear he cherishes the camaraderie and the tradition that the cast has built together. He even mentioned that this seasonal tradition was something he originally pitched to theatre owner Andrew Lloyd Webber — and it’s now beloved by thousands each Christmas season.
Havers went on to share a few behind-the-scenes stories, including some delightfully chaotic onstage moments. At one point, he laughed about how Julian Clary “abuses” him during performances and recalled an opening night mishap where both of them forgot their lines. And in classic Havers fashion, he revealed that he and the crew toast their evening performances with what he considers “the best martini in the world.”
Calling this year’s production “the most expensive panto ever made,” he praised Catherine Tate’s brilliant performance and the overwhelmingly positive audience reactions. And viewers at home clearly felt the same way — social media lit up with praise, calling Havers a “great raconteur” and saying they were pleasantly surprised by how effortlessly engaging he was.
Even though his time on Sunday Brunch was brief, it left a strong impression. And then, just like that, he dashed off to the Palladium — charming on telly, and then charming a live audience shortly after.
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