Pantomimes3 days agoMum goes into labour after laughing at pantoAbbie Foord said she laughed so much her waters broke in the theatre during the performance.3 days ago10 Jan 2026Gareth Gates seeks a Beauty and the Beast co-star"I got my big break on Pop Idol so I'd like to give that opportunity back," the popstar says. 10 Jan 20266 Jan 2026Theatre heralds local talent after panto runA switch to in-house productions "allows for local talent to shine", Wolverhampton Grand says.6 Jan 20262 Jan 2026'Relaxed' pantomime performance 'accessible to all'Otterbourne Theatre Company's annual production will feature fewer bright lights and loud bangs.2 Jan 202630 Dec 2025'Maybe we all need panto a little bit more than ever now'The UK Pantomime Association says there are about 260 pantos going on across the UK this season.30 Dec 202526 Dec 2025'No judgement, just joy' - inside London's relaxed pantomimesThe performances keep the same story and magic of a pantomime but introduce thoughtful adjustments.26 Dec 202526 Dec 2025Revamped theatre will have 'something for everyone'Louise Chantal, director at Peterborough's 900-seater venue in Bretton reflects on her first year.26 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Lee from Steps performing in Kent pantomimeThe pop singer is starring in Sleeping Beauty at the Central Theatre in Chatham.24 Dec 202524 Dec 2025'Panto helped me get into acting - now it's my 1,000th turn as a dame'Panto dame Damian Williams celebrates his 1,000th appearance at Sheffield's Lyceum Theatre.24 Dec 2025...