Pantomimes

Mum goes into labour after laughing at panto

Abbie Foord said she laughed so much her waters broke in the theatre during the performance.

"I got my big break on Pop Idol so I'd like to give that opportunity back," the popstar says.

A switch to in-house productions "allows for local talent to shine", Wolverhampton Grand says.

Otterbourne Theatre Company's annual production will feature fewer bright lights and loud bangs.

The UK Pantomime Association says there are about 260 pantos going on across the UK this season.

The performances keep the same story and magic of a pantomime but introduce thoughtful adjustments.

Louise Chantal, director at Peterborough's 900-seater venue in Bretton reflects on her first year.

The pop singer is starring in Sleeping Beauty at the Central Theatre in Chatham.

Panto dame Damian Williams celebrates his 1,000th appearance at Sheffield's Lyceum Theatre.

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