And it continues today in one type of show – the Christmas pantomime. “Panto is a great way for young people to be introduced to the stage in a fun way. The interaction element brings a ...

Save guides, add subjects and pick up where you left off with your BBC account. Corny jokes, panto dames and fairy tales might seem a little dated, but as the festive season gets underway many ...

Comedian and panto star speaks to BBC Radio Bristol about his upcoming tour around the West Country. Ebony Clarke says winning at the Pantomime Awards for her work on Cinderella is "mental".

Michael Grade explores the history of the traditional theatrical character in Britain. Pantomime is often seen as something quaint, something utterly British, but its origins lie in warmer climes.