Can we survive without Pantomime?
Simply put, the answer is yes. You should definitely go to a pantomime!
Commonly known as “panto,” pantomime is a kind of comedy show that is a crucial part of British Christmas tradition.
Pantos are intentionally silly and over-the-top. All the characters wear outrageous costumes and the actors typically dress in “drag,” meaning that the men dress as women and the women dress as men. No matter what the story is, there is always a bumbling hero, a clumsy villain, and the promise that the hero will fall in love.
Audience participation is vital. The most famous line in all pantos is, “He’s…
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