Pantomime has a rich history of its own, with commedia dell'arte among its antecedents, and even if there are those who despise its popularity and commercial success, they should remember that David ...

Foreboding music begins. A scary green witch announces her arrival with a cackle. It’s the opening of Wicked Witches, a British holiday-time play known as a “pantomime,” at a North London theater. But ...

This year's pantomime of Cinderella sees comedy duo Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders reuniting on stage for the first time ...

A new exhibition is lifting the curtain on Glasgow's pantomime history. Open weekdays at Glasgow City Chambers until December 24, the free Get You in Panto Town exhibition is offering visitors a ...

Seven classic pantomimes in 70 hilarious minutes! The Olivier Award nominated festive celebration Potted Panto is back for four weeks only. In a madcap ride through the biggest stories and best-loved ...

Pantomime, or panto, is a family comedy filled with fairy tales, music, slapstick and audience participation and is a holiday season staple across the UK. This year, one production is selling out a ...

Tickets are now on general sale for The Pantomime Awards 2026, which will take place on Sunday 19 April at 5pm at Wycombe ...

For people across Yorkshire, a trip to the pantomime is as intrinsic to the festive season as turkey with all the trimmings. And the best of the nation’s shows have been recognised at The Pantomime ...

Pantomimes are plays based on a well-known story — often a fairy tale — which are given a bawdy twist. The audience is expected to join in... 'It's behind you!' How Britain goes wild for pantomimes ...

LONDON — Foreboding music begins. A scary green witch announces her arrival with a cackle. It's the opening of Wicked Witches, a British holiday-time play known as a "pantomime," at a North London ...