Panto Collection (page 6)

Backstage at the Empire Theatre, Liverpool, during the Cinderella pantomime. 3rd January 1990

Disc Jockey Tony Blackburn will play Cuddles in "Jack and the Beanstalk"
Disc Jockey Tony Blackburn will play Cuddles in " Jack and the Beanstalk" at the Intimate Theatre in Palmers Green, London

Lionel Blair and sister Joyce Blair. 3rd December 1981

Anita Dobson models pantomime costumes. 5th November 1986

The excitement is just too much for school girls Michelle Humphreys, Nicola Didham and Katherine McKain (left to right) as they meet their heart throb

The cast of Aladdin with director Peter Roberts (centre, right) and choreogreapher Ray Cornell. December 1983

The scene in Dale Street as the Panto Procession nears the Town Hall. Circa February 1960

Christmas comes early to Liverpools Lime Street. The festive season is already underway at the Empire Theatre, where staff have been putting up poster displays for this years pant

When 45 children from Wood Street Mission in Manchester were invited to take part in a " Coronation Street" pantomime they really had a " Cinderella" ball

Elton John brings the house down singing "There Ain t Nothing Like a Dame"
Elton John brings the house down singing " There Ain t Nothing Like a Dame" in a charity show at Londons Theatre Royal. 2nd December 1984

Elton John brings the house down in a charity show at Londons Theatre Royal. He also teamed up with Sir John Gielgud for a duet

Des O Connor, currently in the chart with Careless Hands, was showing the real pumpkin which he will use in the pantomime Cinderella at Manchesters Palace Theatre. Des plays Buttons

Cinderella rehearsals at the Manchester Palace Theatre. Vince Hill as the Prince, Pippa Steel as Cinderella and Des O Connor as Buttons with Tanya the Elephant. 21st December 1967

Peter Pan, Pantomime, Photo-call, Hippodrome Theatre, Birmingham, 19th December 1975. Veronica Barbieri as Wendy and Elizabeth Norman as Peter Pan

Jack and the Beanstalk, Pantomime, Photo-call, Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton, 18th December 1975. The Chorus Line

Babes in the Wood, Pantomime, Photo-call, cast members arrive for first day of rehearsals, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham, 9th December 1974. Leslie Crowther

Aladdin, Pantomime, Photo-call, Birmingham Hippodrome, 20th December 1974. Keith Harris, Ventriloquist and Cuddles the Monkey

Treasure Island, Pantomime, Photo-call, Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Birmingham, 20th December 1984. Bob Grant, actor plays Ben Gunn

Cinderella Panto in Guisborough. North Yorkshire, 14th December 1994

All the fun of the panto was created at Lepton First School yesterday when Cinderella characters dropped in for a visit. Keith Noble (left)

The show must go on, says George Formby, appearing as Mr Wu in Aladdin at the Hippodrome, Bristol. George, who lost his wife at the weekend, in his dressing room. 28th December 1960

Pupils of St Patricks Roman Catholic Primary School, Birkby, in a scene from Up the Bean, their final-year pupils pantomime

Dick Whittington and his faithful cat strolled into Huddersfield this week - for Royds Hall High Schools annual pantomime

1st Greenland Guides and 1st and 2nd Brownies presented the pantomime Dick Whittingham at St Thomas Church Hall. 25th January 1986

Cannon and Ball star as evil robbers in Babes in the Wood at the Birmingham Hippodrome. The duo are pictured with Bernie Nolan, who plays Maid Marian. 14th December 1989

Berry Brow School Pantomime Aladdin, pictures of Aladdin and Genie. 14th December 1985

The Wrexham Pantomime Company principle boy Judy Walker form Chester with the help of junior troupe delivers a song to the audience at the rehearsals of Mother Goose at the Aston Hall, Wrexham

The stars of Hartlepools Timestep Dance Studios Pantomime Katrina Foster, 21 and Kelly Morgan, 19 are pictured with the rest of the cast. 4th December 1988

Some of the cast of Guisborough Parish Pantomime Groups Dick Whittington including Anne Greenley (Dick), Sue Barker (the cat inky paws) and Dame Jack Else. 24th December 1991

The star of Cinderella, Debbie Stephenson, poses with co-stars Bella and Rocky at the Middlesbrough Little Theatre. 4th January 1989

Vikings Martin Colman and Brian Higgns succeed in frightening fairies Dawn Moore and Emma Davies during rehearsals for their pantomime Alfred and the Cakes at the Saltburn Community Theatre

Wishee Washee Duggie Browns happy banter keeps little customers satisfied in Aladdin at the forum while newcomer Bronwen sparkles in title role. 11th December 1987

The stars of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Bobby Davro, Steve Colman and Malandra Burrows at the Newcastle Theatre Royal. 8th November 1993

Linda Lusardi who stars in the pantomime Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Theatre Royal Newcastle, poses with Geoff Capes who plays Odd Job. 17th December 1991

The stars of the St Lukes Hospital staff pantomime return with a sequel to their panto Jock and the Beanstalk with Jock and the Beanstalk part two featuring Colin O Brien as Jock. Middlesbrough

Panto time at the forum with Paul Squire and Michele Hooper. Alita Petrof joins the fun as their feathered friend. 13th September 1988

The stars of Billingham Forum Theatres pantomime Cinderella, Jessica Muschamp as Cinderella and Cy Chadwick as Buttons. 17th December 1991

Teresa Burton (Cyrill), Nancy Chilver (Hyacinth), Rachel Flack (Prince Charming) and Margaret Seaman (Cedric) are appearing in the Cinderella pantomime being held at The Middlesbrough Little Theatre

Photocall for the Darlington Civic Theatre pantomime Aladdin at the Cornmill Centre. Hilary O Neil who is playing Aladdin poses with Ian and Janette Krankie. 27th September 1993

Billingham Forum pant starsRobert Pike, David Bryce and Stuart Morrison with 5-year-old Philip Golden at a photocell for Aladdin at Dickens Stockton. 8th November 1994

Members of the cast from Middlesbrough Little Theatres panto Dick Whittington, from left Alex Howlett, David Rimmell, Daniella Citter and David Burton. 29th September 1993

Four local girls who are dancers in the chorus of the pantomime Babes in the Wood currently running at the Darlington Civic Theatre

The stars of Peter Pan, Chris Connaughton (Peter Pan), Harrison Phillips (Captain Hook), Verity Watts (Tigerlily), Christina Young (Wendy) at Darlington Arts Centre. 26th November 1991

Carole Biggin stars in a pantomime at the Middlesbrough Little Theatre. 24th December 1970

Paula Wilkinson who plays Peter Pan in the Forum Ice Panto, Billingham with Loopy Loo, Kerri Anne Murtagh and Andy Pany, Scott McCabe. 9th December 1993

Magic moments for these youngsters as they thrill to the witches dance during yesterdays Christmas panto at the Bootle Community Centre in Marsh Lane. 6th December 1990

Hannah Needs, aged 2, Claire Todd, aged 4, Rebecca Johnson, aged 4, Stacey Coote, aged 5 and Kay Griffiths, aged 5 star as fairies in the Lingdale village pantomime production of Cinderella

Some of the stars of the Billingham Players pantomime Sleeping Beauty which will be held at the Theatre Upstairs on Belasis Avenue. 10th December 1984

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"Panto: A Timeless Theatrical Extravaganza" Step into the enchanting world of panto, where classic tales and beloved characters come to life on stage. From Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw to The Mikado by W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, it has always been a celebration of theatrical brilliance. In the Land of Christmas Plays by Pauline Baynes, audiences are transported to a magical realm filled with laughter and joy, and is here that Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise were awarded the prestigious Joint Showbiz Award by Variety for their outstanding contributions to this cherished art form. The Waldorf Theatre in London stands as a testament to the grandeur productions throughout history. Its hallowed halls have witnessed countless performances that have left audiences spellbound. A Scrape of the Pen by Graham Moffatt showcases the wit and humor that define pantomime. La Poupee by Arthur Sturgess brings forth delightful puppetry that adds an extra layer of charm to these whimsical shows. No discussion about panto would be complete without mentioning Dan Leno, known for his iconic portrayal Dame characters. His larger-than-life presence continues to inspire performers today, as they step into extravagant costumes and bring laughter to all who watch. Even renowned actors like John Inman find themselves captivated by the allure of panto. As he gets fitted for his role in Mother Goose at Empire Theatre in Liverpool, we witness firsthand how this genre transcends boundaries and attracts talent from all walks of life. On and Off by Fred Karno takes us behind-the-scenes, revealing the dedication and hard work put into creating seamless performances night after night. No detail is too small when it comes to delivering unforgettable experiences for audiences young and old alike. Finally, Man And Superman written once again by George Bernard Shaw proves that even esteemed playwrights recognize the magic within pantomime's colorful world.