Panto Collection (#3)

A Pictorial: the First Syllable, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
A Pictorial: the First Syllable, 1864. Christmas entertainment. From "Illustrated London News", 1864

Christmas Pantomimes: Drury Lane; Haymarket; Princess, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Christmas Pantomimes: Drury Lane; Haymarket; Princess, 1856. London stage productions. Drury Lane:.a scene from the ballet

The Pantomime at Drury Lane: "Whittington and his Cat", 1876. Creator: David Henry Friston
The Pantomime at Drury Lane: "Whittington and his Cat", 1876. London stage production. The Illustration we give of the Drury Lane pantomime shows at once the group of the Vokes family

AI IMAGE - Illustration of a Puss in Boots, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Illustration of a Puss in Boots, 2023. Character from a European fairy tale, dating from the 16th century, about an anthropomorphic cat who uses trickery and deceit to gain power, wealth

The Pantomime at Covent-Garden: "Cinderella - the Butterfly's Ball and the Grasshopper's Feast", 1876. London stage production....Mr

Drury-Lane Theatre - Engaging for the Pantomime - drawn by M'Connell, 1858. Creator: McConnell
Drury-Lane Theatre - Engaging for the Pantomime - drawn by M'Connell, 1858....a curious Scene at the stage-door...every available place was occupied round about the theatre by a crowd of persons

Scene from "Jack and the Bean-Stalk" at the Adelphi Theatre, 1856. Creator: Unknown
Scene from "Jack and the Bean-Stalk" at the Adelphi Theatre, 1856. London stage production. The Pantomime at this theatre is distinguished from the general character of these performances

The Queen and Princes of Oude and Suite at Drury-Lane Theatre, 1857. Creator: Unknown
The Queen and Princes of Oude and Suite at Drury-Lane Theatre, [London], 1857. Her Majesty [Queen Malika Kishwar] was accompanied by the Princes and a large suite

Cinderella, Tampa, FL, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Cinderella, Tampa, FL, 1936. Tampa Federal Theatre Presents - "Cinderella"...Rialto Theatre'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Cinderella, Denver, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Cinderella, Denver, 1936. Cinderella - A Farce in 3 Acts - at Baker Federal Theatre...Matinees Only'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

The Shepherd in the Distance, Cleveland, OH, 1937. Creator: Unknown
The Shepherd in the Distance, Cleveland, OH, 1937. The Works Progress Administration in Ohio - Presents - The Federal Theatre for Youth in - The Shepherd in the Distance'

Sadler's Wells - Scene from "Harlequin and the House that Jack Built in 1851", 1850. Creator: Unknown
Sadler's Wells - Scene from "Harlequin and the House that Jack Built in 1851", 1850. London stage production

Christmas Pantomime - 1941, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Christmas Pantomime - 1941, 1947. "Cinderella" at Windsor Castle starring the future Queen Elizabeth II (right), as Prince Florizel the principal boy

Scene from the Extravaganza of "Frankenstein, or, The Model Man" at the Adelphi Theatre, 1850
Scene from the Extravaganza of "Frankenstein, or, The Model Man" at the Adelphi Theatre, [London], 1850. The Christmas extravaganza at this theatre is from the melodrama of

Scene from the Pantomime of "Harlequin and the Dragon of Wantley", at Sadler's Wells Theatre, 1850
Scene from the Pantomime of "Harlequin and the Dragon of Wantley", at Sadler's Wells Theatre, [London], 1850....the voracious Dragon gobbles up a child just as the Baron of Wantley is

Scene from "Harlequin and Humpty-Dumpty", 1850. Creator: Unknown
Scene from "Harlequin and Humpty-Dumpty", [Drury Lane Theatre, London], 1850....scene in which the hero figures in grotesque rotundity...The hero was a rebel in the days of King Richard

Scene from "Prince Dorus; or, The Romance of the Nose", 1850. Creator: Unknown
Scene from "Prince Dorus; or, The Romance of the Nose", [Olympic Theatre, London], 1850. Mr. Tom Taylor takes the subject of Madame D'Arblay's "Prince Doras" for his

Scene from "The Merry Wives of Windsor; or, Harlequin and Sir John Falstaff, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Scene from "The Merry Wives of Windsor; or, Harlequin and Sir John Falstaff, [Surrey Theatre, London], 1850....the never-to-be forgotten incident of the buck-basket

FRANK BRUNO AND MICHAEL BARRYMORE IN PANTO AT THE DOMINION THEATRE, LONDON - 16 / 12 / 1989
FRANK BRUNO AND MICHAEL BARRYMORE IN PANTO AT THE DOMINION THEATRE, LONDON - 16/12/1989

Cliff Richard and Pippa Steel (18 year old cousin of Hayley Mills) pictured during the dress rehearsal for the pantomime Cinderella. 18th December 1966

Comedians Syd Little and Eddie Large with their glamorous Aladdin, Patsy Ann Scott, on a ride across the stage at Liverpools Empire Theatre as rehearsals begin for what promises to be a record

Maggie Smith in the title role of Peter Pan with Dave Allen as Captain Hook. Pictured together during rehearsals. 30th November 1973

Aladdin, pantomime, New Theatre Royal, Windsor

Blondin's Pantomimic Drama at the Crystal Palace: Planter's House on the coast of Brazil... 1862
Blondin's Pantomimic Drama at the Crystal Palace: Planter's House on the coast of Brazil - Blondin, as an ape, nursing the Planter's Child, 1862

Aladdin Panto Dress Rehearsal at the Palace Theatre, Manchester. Des O Connor (Aladdin) and Mary Hewing (Genie of the Ring). December 1965

Stan Boardman and Radio Merseyside DJ Billy Butler with Hickory the donkey. Hickory is starring in Cinderella at New Brighton with Stan Boardman, pictured at Radio Merseyside with Billy Butler

Rats! That renowned rodent Roland Rat has run into trouble again. His Ratmobile broke down outside the Liverpool Empire where he is to star in the panto Dick Whittington

Harold Turlant (68 years) and Albert Wilkinson (51 years), from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs which is on at the Liverpool Empire. 23rd December 1988

Dress rehearsal for Palladium pantomime, "Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp"
Dress rehearsal for Palladium pantomime, " Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp". Cliff Richard will play his first acting and singing role on the west end stage in the title role of Aladdin

Davy Jones with girls from the show, Jack and the Beanstalk, at the Liverpool Empire. December 1979

The three stars of the Dick Whittington panto at the Liverpool Empire reading through their script on the first day of rehearsals in the auditorium

Dusty Springfield, star of the pantomime Merry King Cole which opens at the Empire Theatre, Liverpool, on Christmas Eve. Pictured, Dusty Springfield with the song sheet she will use in the pantomime

Des O Connor as Buttons and Jodie Wilson as Cinderella appearing in Cinderella at the New Victoria Theatre. 15th December 1992. Desobit

Tracey Wilson as Prince Charming, Des O Connor as Buttons, Jodie Wilson as Cinderella appearing in Cinderella at the New Victoria Theatre. 15th December 1992

Ronnie Corbett in a scene as a ballet dancer at the London Palladiums Christmas pantomime Cinderella. 19th December 1971

St Davids School, Middlesbrough are presenting a pantomime, Indiana Scoop and the Panto of Doom. Indiana Scoop (James Rea) is pictured with some friends. 18th March 1996

Cinderella, Pantomime, Photo-call, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham, 19th December 1975

Cinderella Pantomime, Photo-call, Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham, 20th December 1984. Joyce Blair (left) plays Prince Charming and Paula Wilcox (right) is Dandini

Widow Twankey never looked so sweet! Huddersfield-born actor Keith Noble is aiming to add a bit of sugar and spice to is performances in a Christmas pantomime - by dressing up as a Nuttalls Mintoe

The cast of Cinderella at the Birmingham Hippodrome, including Des O Connor as Buttons, Jodie Wilson as Cinderella and Ian Smith as Baron Hardup. 19th December 1991

Martin Hales (boy) spots that the Emperor is not wearing any clothes (Richard Wolfenden Brown) and alerts other cast members, left Peter Rylands, Catherine Thornborrow

Billingham Forum Panto Dame Peter Dayson takes to the stage. 6th January 1993

Jimmy Tarbuck will be playing "Buttons"in the pantomime Cinderella at
Jimmy Tarbuck will be playing " Buttons" in the pantomime Cinderella at the Odeon in Golders Green this Christmas

Dan Leno in Mother Goose, pantomime. circa 1903

The Two Orphans, in Flewso the Flier, a pantomime
The Two Orphans, in Flewso the Flier, the Summerdown revuesical panto, at the Pier Theatre, Eastbourne. 1917

The Babes in the Wood, pantomime, Gaiety Theatre, Dublin
The Babes in the Wood, pantomime, at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin, with Cora Goffin

The Babes in the Wood, pantomime, Theatre Royal, York
The Babes in the Wood, pantomime, at the Theatre Royal, York. circa 1915

Aladdin, pantomime, National Theatre, Kingsway, London. 1914

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"Panto: A Timeless Theatrical Extravaganza" Step into the enchanting world of panto, where classic tales and beloved characters come to life on stage. From Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw to The Mikado by W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, it has always been a celebration of theatrical brilliance. In the Land of Christmas Plays by Pauline Baynes, audiences are transported to a magical realm filled with laughter and joy, and is here that Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise were awarded the prestigious Joint Showbiz Award by Variety for their outstanding contributions to this cherished art form. The Waldorf Theatre in London stands as a testament to the grandeur productions throughout history. Its hallowed halls have witnessed countless performances that have left audiences spellbound. A Scrape of the Pen by Graham Moffatt showcases the wit and humor that define pantomime. La Poupee by Arthur Sturgess brings forth delightful puppetry that adds an extra layer of charm to these whimsical shows. No discussion about panto would be complete without mentioning Dan Leno, known for his iconic portrayal Dame characters. His larger-than-life presence continues to inspire performers today, as they step into extravagant costumes and bring laughter to all who watch. Even renowned actors like John Inman find themselves captivated by the allure of panto. As he gets fitted for his role in Mother Goose at Empire Theatre in Liverpool, we witness firsthand how this genre transcends boundaries and attracts talent from all walks of life. On and Off by Fred Karno takes us behind-the-scenes, revealing the dedication and hard work put into creating seamless performances night after night. No detail is too small when it comes to delivering unforgettable experiences for audiences young and old alike. Finally, Man And Superman written once again by George Bernard Shaw proves that even esteemed playwrights recognize the magic within pantomime's colorful world.