Pantomime

Pantomime (or 'panto' for short) is a traditional form of theater that is popular in the United Kingdom at Christmas time. All pantomimes share certain features, including a matronly 'dame' character played by a man in drag, an exaggeratedly evil but incompetent villain, a final wedding scene, audience participation and earthy humor. Most pantomimes use a traditional plot (often a fairy tale), such as Cinderella, Dick Whittington or Aladdin, but almost any well-known story can be adapted into a recognisable pantomime by incorporating the characteristic features of the form.

External links

• It's Behind You.com