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.

When posters of soap stars head-to-toe in sequins start appearing on buses, it can only mean two things: Strictly has started - or it's panto season. Corny jokes, panto dames and fairy tales might ...

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 ...