What makes a good pantomime?

What makes a good pantomime?

Good panto uses a wide range of music styles. … Ideally you get old songs from earlier in the twentieth century, a bit of music hall, some folk, circus music, maybe classical and songs very familiar to children such as Nelly the Elephant or Yellow Submarine. The whole point of panto is that it's a crazy mish mash.

What do you wear to a pantomime?

Wear casual clothes like jeans. A panto is not a dressing up occasion.

How long does a panto usually last?

A pantomime is nearly 3 hours long from start to finish. A long time for a 2 and a half year old.

Why are Pantos at Christmas?

Pantomimes. Pantomime (or 'Panto' for short!) is a traditional British Christmas play and a chance for people to go to the theatre. … Pantomime first came to Britain in the 18th century from the 'commedia dell'arte', the Italian tradition of improvised theatre.