The Chase star Jenny Ryan has revealed that she’s landed herself a new role away from the ITV quiz show.
TV star Jenny, 43, is arguably best known for being one of the Chasers on the popular programme.
Jenny joined The Chase as The Vixen as part of the ninth series in 2015, and since then she’s become a huge fan favourite.
Many will be happy to know that they will be able to watch her on stage as part of a Christmas production later on in the year.
Jenny has taken on the character of the wicked fairy Carabosse in Sleeping Beauty, which will be performed at Wyvern Theatre & Swindon Arts Centre, Swindon.
Speaking about her new role, Jenny said: ‘I am thrilled to be coming to Swindon this Christmas to appear in Sleeping Beauty.
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The Chase star Jenny Ryan has landed herself a new job – and it’s worlds away from her role on the ITV quiz show
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View galleryJenny has taken on the character of the wicked fairy Carabosse in Sleeping Beauty, which will be performed at Wyvern Theatre & Swindon Arts Centre, Swindon’I have heard how wonderful Wyvern Theatre audiences are so I can’t wait to get started.
‘I know that we are going to have a lot of panto fun and I look forward to hearing everyone booing loudly!’
The theatre’s official Instagram page also shared the news with their followers, writing: ‘CAST ANNOUNCEMENT
‘We’re thrilled to announce that The Chase’s @jenny_from_the_quiz will star as the wicked fairy Carabosse in our spellbinding family pantomime, Sleeping Beauty alongside Swindon panto royalty David Ashley and comedy actor @bengoffe, back by popular demand! Bring on the fun and laughter!!’
Many rushed to share their support and excitement over the news.
They said: ‘Awwww fabulous’; ‘ave it!’; ‘Have a great time.’
Jenny will be joined by David Ashley and Ben Goffe.
The show will be available to watch between December 6 2025 and 4 January 2026.
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Speaking about her new role, Jenny said: ‘I am thrilled to be coming to Swindon this Christmas to appear in Sleeping Beauty’ (pictured in 2023)
Jenny is no stranger to performing.
Over the years she’s appeared in various other programmes including University Challenge, Mastermind, Are You an Egghead and Only Connect.
She’s also taken part in Celebrity MasterChef, Supermarket Sweep, Catchphrase Celebrity Special and Who I Lie to You?
Jenny has also taken part in The Masked Singer Live and Britain Get Singing.
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