It was a gag about a packet of crisps in a Southend pantomime that inspired seven-year-old Damian Williams to get into showbusiness. Now, after 252 wigs, 200 pairs of sparkly Doc Marten boots and ...

After pantomime dame Joe Meloy fell ill before a performance, the show seemed destined to be cancelled. But in true theatre fashion, the phrase "the show must go on" was put into action as senior ...

"It's behind you!" is ringing around the theatre aisles, so it must be time for pantomime actors to take to the stage in one of Christmas's most important roles – the dame. Over-the-top, camp and ...

It's that time of year again when millions of people head to pantomimes to experience the bright lights, cheesy jokes and glamorous dames. A BBC investigation has found theatres are relying on these ...