Pantomime Blog
From Advice and Guides to Script Spotlights, this is where you can read all about it!
Best Pantomime Scripts for Large Casts
Not all large cast scripts are the same. Some need the numbers to work properly; others scale up naturally. Here's a quick guide to our large cast scripts.
What Makes a Good Pantomime Villain?
The pantomime villain is often one of the best roles in the show. Here's what I think makes a brilliant baddie.
Directing Your First Pantomime
Volunteered to direct your first pantomime and not entirely sure where to start? This guide covers everything from getting started to opening night.
Pantomime Set Design and Costumes
Practical guide to pantomime set design and costumes for amateur theatre. You don't need a big budget, you need the right choices at the right moments.
How to Choose Songs for Your Pantomime
Songs can make or break a panto. Here's my thinking on how to pick the right numbers, and how to get the most from my Panto Song Suggestions page.
Sound and Music in Pantomime
A well-timed sound effects are the difference between a killer laugh and stopping a scene stone dead. Here's some top tips all about SFX.
Performing to a Pantomime Audience
Engaging a pantomime audience involves interaction and energy, transforming a good performance into an exceptional one.
How to Rehearse a Pantomime
You've got a finite number of rehearsals, and they'll go one of two ways. Here's what I've learned about rehearsing pantomime properly.
Best Pantomime Scripts for Medium Casts
These panto scripts sit in our Medium Cast range and have been written with 10 to 13 principal roles.
How to Choose the Right Pantomime Script for Your Group
Choosing a pantomime script is one of the most consequential decisions your group will make all year. Five questions that will get you to the right answer.
How to get a Pantomime Script Performance Licence
Found your script? Here's exactly how to secure your Performance Licence and get the show underway, from Perusal Script to signed contract in four steps.