A band that takes its name from a French children's television series about a boy and his dog would almost have to be precious, and to be certain, Belle & Sebastian are precious. But precious can be a damning word, and Belle & Sebastian don't have the negative qualities that the word connotes - they are private but not insular, pretty but not whimpy, they make gorgeous, delicate melodies, delicate melodies which sound full-bodied.

 

"Last year’s pantomime sold out in double quick time and broke all box office records. So be sure to book now for the hottest panto ticket in town! A superb cast lined-up to entertain and thrill you in true Waterfront tradition…with loads of fun, magic and singing along! Jack and his mother are so poor he has had to sell their cow … for a handful of beans … magic beans! But can they prevent a lifetime of poverty and misery? Will the evil Giant make mince meat of Jack … and will one of Jack’s woeful magic tricks finally work and save the day?"