Pantomime Synopses


Aladdin

by Leonard Caddy
The traditional story but has Widow Twankey trying to update her laundry without success, a young and up-to-date Spirit of the Ring, and a cad of a Demon who has the Fairy Queen dashing from Pantomime to Pantomime. There are opportunities for spectacle and dance in the Cave Scene and for stage effects with the Genie.
5 sets
7M, 5F

by Peter Denyer
(entitled Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp)
A strong adventure story where a poor laundry boy falls in love with the Emperor's daughter. To win her hand he has to become rich - which gets him involved with Abanazar, the evil sorcerer and his quest to find the magic lamp. There are many opportunities for some exotic settings as the story moves from Ancient China to Africa and, of course, the Magic Cave of Jewels.
6 main sets and 4 frontcloths/curtains
6M, 3F

by Stephen Duckham
One of the most performed of all pantomimes, this colourful story set in Peking, China (with a quick trip to Egypt!) encompasses all the ingredients needed for a family entertainment.
4 Main Sets, 2 Half Sets, 2 Front Cloths and a set of Black tabs

by Ron Hall
(entitled Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp)
Colourful exciting story with lots of comedy routines and scope for effects. Ample opportunities for inclusion of popular songs.
6 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 4F main characters with 3 supporting roles and 'camel'

by Long & Rawnsley
A traditional fun filled pantomime, set in China's old Peking. The story is centred around the poor widow Twankey, her son Aladdin and their adventures. Aladdin is infatuated with the Emperors daughter Balraubadour, his quest for wealth is thwarted by the arrival of his arch enemy and villain Abanazer the wicked magician. Off setting this are the comic antics of Wishee Washee and his girlfriend Sing-Lo and the hapless Chinese policemen Charlie Chan and his number one son Chin Chin
7 main sets - 2 half stage/front cloth.
7 males - 4 females - plus comic Panda Chee-Kee.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by Mark Llewellin
The emphasis is on comedy in this reworking of the traditional tale. Widow Twankey runs a poodle parlour whilst son Aladdin is a gardener at the palace, where he meets, and falls for, Princess Jasmine. Meanwhile, the obsequious Vizier aided and abetted by the two hapless henchmen, Kaboodle and Kerfuffle, (who could be played by females) attempt to undermine the Empress. When the Vizier meets Abanazar they hatch a plan to ruin Aladdin and his Princess.
M 3, F3, Either 5 + chorus.
4 full sets and 3 half sets.

by Robert Marlowe
A strictly traditional version of this most popular of titles. There are strong comedy scenes, and full details are given on how to achieve just the right magical effects
5 full sets, 1 half-set, 2 frontcloths
8M, 5F plus chorus

by David Swan
Modern but traditional, full or action and suspense. One enormous joke with an exciting plot which fully involves the children.
3 full sets
5M, 5F, 3 either

by Bradford and Webster
Classic pantomime with some wonderful set-piece scenes.
Princess Jasmine is ‘slumming it’ in Peking market, when she meets street rat Aladdin and it is love at first sight.
Unfortunately for Aladdin, he is immediately under sentence of death, for talking to the Princess and PCs 27 and 39 are soon hot on his trail.
Aladdin and his dim-witted brother, Wishee Washee, work with theire mother, Widow Twanky, in her laundry. Cue some very funny action amongst the soap suds! It is also here that Aladdin first meets the evil Abanazar, who needs Aladdin’s help to retrieve a magic lamp that is hidden in a mysterious cave.
After thwarting Abanazar’s plan, Aladdin is trapped in the cave and unwittingly unleashes a powerful genie, Jeanie, who was trapped in the lamp.
When Aladdin arrives at the Imperial Palace a wealthy man, his death sentence is immediately lifted, but Jasmine is not impressed by this new Aladdin, dismissing him as a rich, arrogant, over-confident popinjay.
Jasmine feels she was too hard on Aladdin and goes to the laundry to apologise. Aladdin is not there but she meets Abanazar disguised as an old lamp seller and innocently hands over Aladdin’s lamp.
Now with Jeanie at his command, and with Jasmine in chains, Abanazar moves into the Imperial Palace, the first step in his plan for world domination.
But, in true pantomime style, Aladdin arrives to save the day, defeat Abanazar and win back Jasmine.
7M, 6F – three small roles plus chorus roles of villagers and courtiers

by Bob Heather
Abanazar, the wicked wizard, discovers the where-abouts of a magic lamp hidden in a cave near old Peking, but only a young and honest washer-woman’s son can retrieve the lamp from it’s dark cavern. Abanazar travels to Peking to find such a boy, and discovers Widow Twankey’s son, Aladdin, who fits the description perfectly. Meanwhile Aladdin falls in love with the beautiful Princess So-Shy, but the evil Abanazar has other plans for him. The wonderful characters include the inscrutable Wishee-Washee - The Genie of the Lamp - Jade, the Slave of the Ring - Abanazar’s two henchmen Mustapha Phag and Ali Khatt - and Emperor Pan Ting.
8M, 5F – plus chorus members
 
Sparkling Panto success. - Southampton Advertiser.
Nothing Wishee-Washee about this pantomime. - Romsey Advertiser.
Brilliantly funny.... For adults and kiddies alike. - Salisbury Journal.

Ali Baba

by Leonard Caddy
Follows the original story but omits the more gruesome parts. As well as the usual Pantomime cast it has several original characters including an outrageous Parrot and a talking Skull. Ali gets locked in the Robbers' cove which can give scope for a jewel ballet, and also in the haunted vaults!
4 sets
6M, 6F, plus the Parrot and other small speaking parts





Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

by David Swan
The script is up-to-date, funny, imaginative, clear and uncomplicated. The pace never flags and holds the interest of the young and the young-in-heart.
3 full sets, 1 half set
5M, 4F, 4 either





Alice in Wonderland

by Robert Marlowe
For the first time in Pantomime format. Whilst sticking to Lewis Carroll's original story. Contains usual Pantomime slapstick but with modern references i.e. Internet Chatrooms, Mobiles etc. Only one costume per character throughout. Instructions on Sets - Costumes - Character analysis. Nothing left to chance.
Principles - 5M-3F-12 parts in total plus Chorus and Children.





Babes in the Wood

by Leonard Caddy
The Dame is the Babes' Nanny so there is comedy in the bedroom; she is also the school mistress so a classroom scene is hilarious. They are captured by the otherwise ineffectual Robbers but rescued by Robin Hood in the time-honoured way.
5 sets
6M, 6F, 2 youngsters plus one Pantomime Horse

by Peter Denyer
(entitled Robin Hood and the Babes in the Wood)
With Robin Hood as the Hero and the Sheriff of Nottingham as the Babes' wicked guardian this is the classic pantomime battle between Good and Evil. There is plenty of comedy, particularly involving the Babes' nanny, Nurse Norah, and Herman, the Sheriff's bungling henchman.
5 main sets and 3 frontcloths/curtains
6M, 3F

by Stephen Duckham
Robin Hood and his Merry Men do battle with the evil Sheriff of Nottingham to save the Babes and return them safely to Nurse Jemima Jollop. Lovely Maid Marion is on hand to help and the Sheriff's two bumbling henchmen, Floggem and Whippem are continually messing things up for him. Greenwillow, a goodly Sprite, keeps watch over the proceedings.
4 Main Sets, 1Half Set and 2 Front Cloths or Tabs

by Ron Hall
This is different from the run-of-the-mill 'Babes' pantomime in as much as historic characters such as the Sheriff of Nottingham and King Richard are included, thus giving more backbone to the story and creating a more exciting plot. Plenty of comedy and suggested songs. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
5/6 main sets & 5 insets, 4 of which need only be curtains
6M, 4F, 2 youngsters plus donkey

by Mark Llewellin
Nice-but-dim Sir Lancelot Prancelot and his two children live in an idyllic village where everyone gets along very well indeed. That is until his evil brother, the Sheriff of Nottingham arrives with side-kicks Fetchitt and Carrie. They plan to lock up the knight and bundle his children off to the woods. However, his arch nemesis Robin Hood arrives to undo his wicked deeds with the help of his number one fan, Nurse Nelly, Friar Tuck in drag and the castle servants.
M 5, F 3, Either 2 + chorus.
2 full sets and 2 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
This story is set in and around Nottingham castle. Robin Hood and his merry men fight the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham who is the guardian of his niece the Lady Marion and her two younger siblings James and Mary (the babes). The comic antics of Nanny Nuttall and the castle staff, together with, the merry men and the hapless Sheriff's men Hookline and Sinker make the comedy sparkle. Our story is narrated by a strolling minstrel.
8 main set - 1 half set.
8 males - 5 females - 2 children.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by John Morley
It's a fast-moving adventure story, with an emphasis on comedy. There is ample work for small parts and chorus, and the inclusion of popular songs. This script is adapted from the pantomimes performed by the "Hi di Hi" television cast at the Birmingham Alexandra Theatre, though it has also been presented in many other venues. The script explains how with ingenuity only three main sets are needed, how no costume change is needed for the Principals, and one very simple costume change is required for the Chorus.
3 main sets
5M, 6F





Beauty and the Beast

by Peter Denyer
A fairy tale type of pantomime which is unique in that it is the heroine who sets out on a dangerous adventure, whereas the hero spends most of the show in a hideous, hairy mask! Lots of comedy but it is the developing relationship between the title roles - from fear, to friendship, to love - that enthralls the audience.
5 main sets, 3 frontcloths/curtains
6M, 3F

by Stephen Duckham
Prince Rowan is travelling the country with his friend Thomas before settling down to marry the Princess Horridana according to a betrothal at birth. With him are his nurse Madam Lotte and her son Charlie. They arrive at the village of Prettybelle where Rowan meets Beauty, the daughter of Panisse, a local merchant. He falls instantly in love with her and vows to return after breaking his engagement to Horridana. Panisse learns that his latest cargo has been lost at sea and he is penniless. Back at his castle Rowan feels the full wrath of Horridana's anger when he tries to break the marriage agreement. She informs him she is a Sorceress and if she can't have him no one shall. She uses her powers to turn him into a hideous Beast. A year passes and Panisse learns that some of his cargo may have been saved and goes to the port to retrieve it. Losing his way in a storm he comes upon the castle and taking a white rose as a gift for Beauty meets the Beast who accuses him of stealing. For his crime Panisse must either face death or send his beloved daughter to stay at the castle. The remainder of the story is how Beauty tames the Beast and eventually falls in love with him, breaking the spell and destroying Horridana.
3/4 Main Sets, 1 Half Set, 2 Front Cloths and a set of Black Tabs
6M, 3F, 3 either

by Ron Hall
The strong story line will appeal to adults and children alike. There is an abundance of comedy situations with plenty of audience participation and a magical quality that will win over the sternest critic. This pantomime can be as spectacular as facilities allow and yet can adapt successfully to the smallest stage. Chorus, senior and junior dancers. Min 2 main sets, 3 flat insets and front cloth or running tabs.
6M, 5F plus 1 supporting role, a 'horse' and a very small part for a child

by John Morley
With the original characters of Lucy Lastic and Gregory's Granny as well as a frantic pair of Ugly Sisters, there is plenty of scope for female comedy in this script. The Beast is played by a separate actor which allows the prince to be the traditional Principal Boy. There are details given for making a simple but effective Magical rose that is so important to the story.
4 main scenes and Finale, with drop cloth or curtain
3M, 6F plus Ugly Sisters, Sinister Duo and Pantomime Horse who could be either

by David Swan
An unexpected gem: imaginative, original and hysterically funny. It's a traditional pantomime given a delicious new twist, with a French setting wittily exploited, giving everyone a chance to practice a bit of entente discordial. There are also Traffic Wardens…
2 full sets (Act Two repositioned for scene changes)
5M, 6F, 2 either

by Bradford and Webster
A dramatic pantomime full of colourful characters.
Belle lives in the village of Petit Pois with her mean older sisters, Chardonnay and Lambrini.
Their impoverished mother, Madame Dolores Lilly Chantilly Tres Jolie (or Dolly Jolly), is keen to marry them off to rich husbands.
The vain and egotistical Jean-Claude and the spoiled but good-natured Prince Louis both have their eye on Belle.
Chardonnay and Lambrini want Jean-Claude for themselves and continually try to outdo each other, to get him to notice them.
Meanwhile, the evil Countess Cruella is obsessed with Prince Louis and, in a jealous rage, she turns him into a hideous beast.
The girls’ Papa, lost in the mountains, is imprisoned by the angry Beast.
Papa’s horse, Gigi, then leads Belle to the Beast’s castle, where Belle offers to take her father’s place in the Beast’s dungeon.
Belle’s kindness calms the Beast’s anger and he falls in love with her.
Meanwhile, encouraged by Cruella, Jean-Claude rallies a mob to storm the castle and kill the Beast.
In the final confrontation, the Beast appears mortally wounded. Jean-Claude believes he has proved himself worthy and that Belle will love him.
Belle, however, realises she loves the Beast, and her kiss magically transforms him back into Prince Louis.
6M, 5F principal roles - plus 8 small roles (covering one or two scenes) pantomime horse (two people) and roles for chorus and dancers.





A Christmas Carol

by Robert Marlowe
Adapted from Dickens' novel, this faithfully follows the original and is thus a strong drama. It contains sung carols and could, in fact, form part of a carol concert. Many small speaking parts which could be doubled/trebled. Fully detailed ghost sequences.
1 set





Cinderella

by Leonard Caddy
The kitchen and bedroom scenes give excellent opportunity for comedy from the Sisters. The Evil Spirit uses Jack Frost to cover the land with snow and ice and prevent Cinderella going to the Palace, but it is changed into a Winter Wonderland with her coach becoming a glittering sledge.
5 sets
6M, 6F, 2 Youngsters and one Pantomime Horse

by Peter Denyer
Though the Ugly Sisters treat Cinderella appallingly they are also very funny, and the pathos of Buttons' unrequited love for Cinders has a big "Aah!" factor. This version makes Dandini rather more "down-market" than usual, which gives more comic opportunities in the scenes where he changes roles with Prince Charming.
5 main sets and 3 frontcloths/curtains
5M, 4F

by Stephen Duckham
The age-old favourite story containing all the familiar characters with a few twists. We see the tale unfold more through the eyes of the Fairy Godmother who is now in the technological age complete with mobile phone that doubles as her wand. Through her guidance, and with help from faithful Buttons, Cinderella gets her Prince, the Step-Sisters get their comeuppance and all ends happily.
4 Main Sets
2 Front Cloths and a set of tabs

by Ron Hall
Strong traditional story line with plenty of scope for a lovely transformation scene. Comedy in abundance with ample opportunity to include popular songs. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
7 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
4M, 4F with 4 supporting roles and 'horse'

by Mark Llewellin, Roy Barraclough and John Jardine
The widowed Baroness Stoneybroke and her two daughters, Kylie and Britney, lord it up over step-daughter Cinderella and servant Buttons - but they have a secret: they really are stoney broke and Squire Snatchall wants either his back rent or the Baroness as his bride. When Prince Charming begins a national hunt for a wife they see a way forward, that is until the Fairy Godmother arrives. Hilarious script with very effective cooking routine.
M 2, F 3, Either 6 + chorus.
3 full sets and 2 half sets + optional half scene.

by Long & Rawnsley
All and much more than you would expect from this favourite pantomime, strong comedy from Buttons the page at Harduppe Manor , also from Witney and Britney the ugly daughters/sisters and the not so private detectives Gawed and Bennet and an all round supporting comedy cast.
9 main sets.
7 males - 6 females.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by Robert Marlowe
The traditional story is simply and clearly told but at a swinging pace with plenty of colour and glitter. There are hilarious gags and the script contains valuable tips to directors, detailed instructions on the knock-about style necessary for policemen, broker's men etc. A professional production adapted to smaller stages and resources.
6M, 4F with chorus

by John Morley
Although a lot of this script was used in a lavish production at the London Palladium, only four main scenes are needed - as explained in the script. Because of the Ballroom, there is one costume change but that is all. The Ugly Sisters are hilarious and Dandini is an excellent part which earned a good national press in the original production. Much comedy throughout, plenty of work for small parts and the Chorus, recommendations for popular songs.
4 main scenes
4M, 10F

by David Swan
An original script bringing the traditional story bang up to date with songs from the 1960s.
2 full sets
4M, 5F, 3 either






Dick Whittington [and His Cat]

by Leonard Caddy
Traditional comedy in the kitchen at home, and exotic fun and characters in Morocco. The Highgate Hill sequence and the shipwreck give the opportunity for a dance spectacle if required.
5 sets
6-9M, 6-8F (doubling possible), 1 cat and 1 camel

by Peter Denyer
A strong, dramatic story line, with lots of different locations and the nastiest villain of them all in King Rat. Alice Fitzwarren is one of the feistiest heroines as she disguises herself as a boy to stow away on board the ship. Also a wonderful animal role in the character of Tommy the Cat
7 main sets and 4 frontcloths/curtains
5M, 4F

by Stephen Duckham
Dick Whittington, together with his faithful cat Tommy, has many adventures in London, on the high seas and in Morocco before finally becoming Lord Mayor. Ratface (King of the Rats) continually tries to thwart him, but Fairy Bow-Bells is always around to see that goodness wins the day. Alice Fitzwarren and her father, the Alderman together with Captain Cod, Skate the Mate and Idle Jack help the proceedings along.
4 Main Sets, 2 Half Sets, 2 Front Cloths and a set of Black Tabs

by Ron Hall
A fast-moving story line with plenty of comedy and yet not too many props. Can be as simple or spectacular as facilities permit. Many points in the script where songs and dances can be incorporated. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
7 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
7M, 5F plus 1M supporting role, one child and a 'Cat'

by Mark Llewellin
Dick, his mum Wanda and their cat Tommy arrive in London searching for fame and fortune. They land jobs with store keeper Alderman Fitzwarren and Dick falls for his daughter Alice. However, nasty King Rat wants Tommy off his patch and sets Dick up as a thief which results in the family leaving town whilst vermin overrun the shop. Fairy Bow Bells tells Wanda that a Whittington will become Mayor and she thinks she's the chosen one. They return to London where Tommy fights King Rat and they all head off to Morocco where he does the same again and Dick is rewarded with riches. The tale ends with a double wedding and some one becoming Mayor.
M 3, F 2, Either 3 + chorus. 2 full sets and 6 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
The Storyline is as you would expect that Dick Whittington arrives in London penniless with his sole companion Tom his cat. Adventures ensue after meeting the lovely Alice Fitzwarren and her father the Alderman. Dick has extremely funny comedy complications with his encounters with Gertrude Sparrow and her son (idle) Jack, Maisie, Jack's sweetheart, Captain Barnacle and his crew, and the North African connection Sheikh Ahleg and Ahmed Ahmess. The story is laced with the evil of King Rat. Young Fairy Bow Bells is helped out by the comical Old Fairy Bow Bells brought out of retirement.
8 main sets - 1 front cloth.
7 males - 5 females - Tom the Cat and Sopwith the Camel.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by Robert Marlowe
A strictly traditional version, full of laughlines. There is a comedy shop scene to include children, and shipboard scenes with a jazz Rats Ball. Full details are given on how to achieve an effective shipwreck, prior to the Moroccan scene.
7 full sets, 4 frontcloths
6M, 5F plus chorus

by Bradford and Webster
A vibrant pantomime full of colourful comedy characters.
As young Dick arrives in London to seek his fortune, King Rat vows to ruin this pure and honest boy, to prove to Fairy Bow Belle that evil always triumphs over good.
Dick becomes apprentice to Alderman Fitzwarren, working with Sarah, the cook, and her lazy son, Idle Jack, and he falls in love with the Alderman’s delightful daughter, Alice.
King Rat, with the help of his dim-witted henchmen, Rot and Stench, tries to tempt Dick off the straight and narrow, but is seen off at every turn by Dick’s cat, Tom.
Dick’s shiny image is tarnished, when King Rat frames him for breaking into the Alderman’s safe. And Dick, sent away in disgrace, runs away to sea.
When his friends realise he was innocent after all, they set off after him aboard the ‘Everything’s A Groat’.
Angry that Dick’s reputation is restored, King Rat conjures up a storm to sink the ship and our heroes are washed up on the shores of a far-off land ruled by Queen Megabazooma, a land suffering a plague of rats.
With the help of Tom, Dick defeats King Rat to set up a colourful, South American carnival-style finale
7M, 5F plus Tom the cat, chorus roles of Londoners, sailors and courtiers

by Bob Heather
Dick Whittington travelled to London to find fame and fortune, but when it eluded him, he started heading back home to Gloucester. By the time he reached Highgate Hill, he had made friends with a cat that had been following him. Whilst talking to the cat, Dick hears the bells of London tolling in the distance, they seem to be telling him - “Turn again Whittington, Lord Mayor of London”. Dick heads back to London and adventure. When he reaches Cheapside in London, he meets Alderman Fitzwarren and his beautiful daughter, Alice. Things start to go wrong for Dick, when he is falsely accused of stealing Alice’s necklace. Dick decides to run away to sea, only to be joined on board ship by Alderman Fitzwarren and his entourage. The other colourful characters include; Sarah Stewpot, Fitzwarren’s cook; Fitzwarren’s shop-boy, Idle Jack; Captain Slog and his Bosun from the good ship Enterprise; The Sheikh of Morocco; and Karaffe, the Sheikh’s witch-doctor.
6M, 4F - chorus of villagers, servants and ratlings

Plenty of laughs for all the family. - Norwich Evening News




Father Christmas - The Pantomime

by Mark Llewellin
Dreary Deirdre hasn't received a Christmas present in years and she's finally decided to do something about it - get not-so-evil side-kicks Snaffle and Snatchitt to go and teach Father Christmas a lesson he won't forget. At the North Pole we meet the elves, Rudolph, Reindeer Ruby and son Ronnie and the eccentric Toy Professor plus of course, Father Christmas. With all the traditional panto elements, seasonal songs and comic routines plus a moral story - Deirdre only gets a gift when she brings joy to others first.
M 6, F 1, Either 3 + chorus.
1 full set and 3 half sets.





Frankenstein, The Panto

by David Swan
A warm-hearted story with a strong sense of traditional panto, geared to bring young people into the theatre.
1 full set (adapted for each scene)
5M, 9F, 2 either (doubling-up possible)





Goldilocks and the Three Bears

by Ron Hall
An inspired interpretation of the old fairy tale using the well-known elements of the story but also weaving in a more elaborate and captivating plot to ensure the audience is enthralled and amused from start to finish. Songs are suggested at various points and there is even a community song included. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
Min 4 main sets and one front cloth or use of running tabs
5M, 5F, plus 2 supporting roles and one child (Baby Bear)

by Long & Rawnsley
This vibrant and colourful pantomime is set against a circus background. The comedy comes thick and fast throughout from almost all the characters. Barnaby's circus is threatened by the evil zoo owner Baron Von Trappem and his henchmen Dunn and Dusted. After many threats and counter threats of course goodness prevails and the Three Bears save the day.
9 main sets.
7 males (includes Father Bear) - 5 females (includes Mother Bear) plus 1 boy/girls as Baby Bear.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by Robert Marlowe
This script has a circus theme, and features a novel introduction of Count Dracula! Detailed strong comedy, including a schoolroom sequence featuring children.
6M, 8F plus chorus

by Stephen Duckham
Goldilocks has run away from her greedy money-lending guardian Gaspar Grey, and joined "Sophie Sawdust's Spectacular Circus". There, with a host of colourful characters, she finds happiness; but it is short lived as Gaspar and his two cohorts, Swindle and Filch, arrive to take her home. She is about to come into a large inheritance, which Gaspar intends to steal. If Goldilocks doesn't return with him, Gaspar will call in a loan he made to Sophie thereby putting the Circus out of business. Again she runs away and this time discovers the home of the Three Bears. They befriend her and all four of them devise an act that becomes the hit of the Circus. But the story doesn't end there as Gaspar hatches an even more dastardly plot to kidnap the Bears and get his hands on the fortune.
Cast: Goldilocks, Sophie Sawdust, Tommy, Jocko the Clown, Ricki the Ringmaster, Gloria, Gaspar Grey, Swindle, Filch, Madam Zarina, Father Bear, Mother Bear, Baby Bear - plus five minor parts.
10M, 7F and 1 either





Goody Two Shoes

by Robert Marlowe
This original treatment of an old story combines an unusual Scottish background with strong comedy and spectacle combined with powerfully defined characters. For those societies requiring something different!
6 full sets, 4 frontcloths
7M, 5F, 1 child, chorus





Hansel and Gretel

by Ron Hall
Set in the German Black Forest region the charming tale sets out the Brothers Grimm story made more amusing by the introduction of a Dame and a funny man. A pantomime for the society looking for something with a difference. Suggested song and dance spots.
4 main sets and 4 insets/curtains
3M, 5F plus 2 children or small adults (Hansel & Gretel) with 'robot' and 'gorilla' each one scene only. Chorus, senior & junior dancers





Humpty Dumpty

by Ron Hall
This captivating show informs you what happens after the fall from the wall and brings in a whole gang of nursery rhyme characters to help tell the strong story line. Even the chorus get a chance to dress up as individual characters. There is plenty of audience participation with ample opportunity to hiss the villains. An enjoyable show for all the family. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
5 main sets and 3 front cloths or use of running tabs
6M, 6F, with one child (Humpty Dumpty) and 'cow'

by John Morley
This is a new comedy-pantomime with a totally new story and a lot of comedy in places like Eggsville, Stonehenge and the spooky Cave of Cobwebs. There are many small parts for chorus members most important to the story, and although there are five main scenes the script explains how simple these can be if economies are required. There are no costume changes for the principals, and if "poncho" style cloaks are worn over the basic costume from the Snowland scene, there need be no chorus costume change either - these points are clearly explained in the script.
3M, 7F, chorus





Hunchback Pantomime of Notre Dame

by Leonard Caddy
Incorporates all the famous incidents but has a happy ending of course! There is a Principal Boy and a Dame although these are not the leading parts. "Hunch" is important but non-speaking. Plenty of comedy and some original characters.
1 scene + 3 insets
6M, 6F





Jack and the Beanstalk

by Leonard Caddy
The Giant can either be portrayed in the usual way by building up a tall actor or by effects and an amplified voice, but either way he is magically reduced in size and we see him get his come-uppance from Jack.
4 sets
7M, 7F and 1 Pantomime Cow

by Peter Denyer
An action-packed pantomime with the most heroic hero, Jack, who fights and defeats the huge Giant Blunderbore. There are comic capers from Silly Billy and Dame Trot. It is a real opportunity for some simple, yet spectacular-looking, effects.
5 main sets and 4 frontcloths/curtains
4M, 3F plus the Giant and Daisy the Cow

by Stephen Duckham
The Durden family is very poor and the only possession left to sell is their cow, Daisy. Grisly, Giant Blunerbore’s henchman, dupes Jack into parting with Daisy for a bag of beans before kidnapping the Squire’s daughter, Miranda and taking them both back to the castle in the clouds. With the help of Fairy Green Bean, the beans are transformed into a huge beanstalk which Jack climbs followed by his family. Many adventures follow above the clouds before they rescue Miranda and Daisy together with the Squire’s niece, Harriet. Once back at the foot of the beanstalk, Jack chops it down and saves the town from the Giant.
4 Main Sets, 1 Half Set, 1 Three-quarter Set, 2 Front Cloths and Tabs

by Ron Hall
An exciting and adventurous script with plenty of slapstick and scope for imaginative staging. There’s a hilarious routine with the 'Cow'.
6 main sets and 6 insets/curtains
4M, 4F with 6 supporting roles

by Mark Llewellin, Roy Barraclough and John Jardine
Jack is in love with squire's daughter Alice Stoneyheart but until Jack's mum Dame Dandelion can clear her debts there's no chance the Squire will give their union his blessing. When the squire calls in the broker's men Dame Dandelion is forced to sell her precious cow. With Witch Furosia and Fairy Greenbean fighting over the tale, chaos ensues and a magic beanstalk takes Jack, Alice and his mum on an adventure into the clouds.
M 4, F 3, Either 5 + chorus.
3 full sets and 4 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
A traditional story with added comic twists. Centred around the farm of Dame Trot who rules the roost over her son Jack, farmhand Jethro and Buttercup the Cow. As usual, there is the evil Giant Blunderbuss to contend with but the comedy out weighs the evil. A Pantomime with fun packed sketches and sparkling dialogue.
8 main sets.
6 males - 7 females and Buttercup the Cow.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by Robert Marlowe
A traditional plot with many professional comedy sequences detailed. The settings can test the ingenuity in the Beanstalk and Giant sequences!
4 full sets, 1 half-set, 2 frontcloths
6M, 5F plus chorus

by Bradford and Webster
A giant of a pantomime with a host of wonderful comedy characters.
The villagers of Greendale are under the cosh. The Giant Blunderbore, with the help of his evil sidekick, Grotviler, is bleeding them dry, and the pompous but terrified Mayor is kowtowing to the Giant’s will, taxing the villagers for all he is worth.
The good Fairy Haricot Vert arrives from France, to help Greendale’s downtrodden populous. Grotviler is not happy about the arrival of Harricot Vert, and throughout the pantomime, there are some cleverly-rhymed exchanges between these two characters.
Dame Tilly Trot is suffering more than most. Her dairy isn’t doing very well and her sons, Jack and Simple Simon, don’t possess great business brains.
The only way to pay the Dame’s back-taxes and rent arrears is to sell her cow, Buttercup, so Jack is sent to the market to get a good price.
When Jack returns with a handful of beans, Dame Trot throws them out of the window, only to find, next morning, that a giant beanstalk has grown in her garden.
Meanwhile, Grotviler kidnaps Jack’s sweetheart, Jill, who is the daughter of the very posh, Lady Lotsadosh.
Jack sets off up the beanstalk to rescue Jill. He succeeds, and also manages to snatch the Giant’s treasure, before racing back to the beanstalk, with Blunderbore hot on their heels.
Jack and Jill reach the bottom of the beanstalk, and the plant is quickly cut down, sending Blunderbore crashing to the ground. Jack is a hero, Jill accepts his proposal of marriage, and the Mayor announces an end to all taxes.
6M, 5F plus evil giant Blunderbore and Buttercup, small roles can be played by chorus members

by Bob Heather
Jack Bean and his Grandmother are very poor and live in a tiny cottage in the village of Soggy Bottom. One day Granny decides to send Jack to market to sell her faithful old cow, Daisy. While Jack is on his way to market, he meets an old woman who buys Daisy from him for a purse full of beans. When Jack returns home, Granny throws the beans into the garden. During the night the beans grow into a giant beanstalk. In time honoured tradition, Jack climbs the beanstalk to the Giant’s castle, where he meets Lima, the Giant’s slave-girl, who helps him to escape. As with all good pantomimes, everyone lives happily ever after. The other colourful characters include Jasper, an ancient yokel; Harry Coe, the wicked Squire; Fetch and Carry, the squire's bailiffs; Mrs Mungus, the Giant’s wife; and of course, Hugh Mungus, the Giant.
7M, 3F – plus giant could be either, Daisy the cow and chorus of villagers

Traditional, family panto with something for everyone, whether they are nine or ninety.... The perfect end to the Christmas season. - Romsey Advertiser
All the elements of fun, fantasy, songs and laughter, with good overcoming evil - New Forest Post
Jack’s magic beans bring adventure.... A wonderful show -
Gloucestershire Echo
Traditional pantomime at it’s best.... A great show. - Southern Daily Echo





King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table

by Ron Hall
All the excitement and colour of Camelot with lots of comedy and scope for effects in the strong story line. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
3 main sets, 4 insets/curtains and gauze
5M, 5F with 4 supporting roles and a 'dragon'





The Little Mermaid

by Ron Hall
The magical Hans Andersen fairy tale is here woven into a spectacular and hilarious show to keep the whole family entertained. There are lots of opportunities for special effects and audience participation. The story may be old but the comedy is bang up to date. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
Min 2 main sets and 2 front cloths or use of running tabs
6M, 6F, with small part for a child





Little Red Riding Hood

by Ron Hall
Lots of visual comedy and unusual angle on the 'wolf' theme. Modern songs can be incorporated at various parts of the plot. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
6 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 4F with 2 supporting roles

by Long & Rawnsley
A great storyline takes us to Nutwood Orphanage "Where tradition has is that if a child is left abandoned on the orphanage steps and has no name, the child is named after what ever it is wrapped in". Red Riding Hood is one of those orphans; will she be chosen by the kindly comical Granny Knott? Do not let the austere background fool you; this is a laugh a minute panto with fun for all the family.
8 main sets - 1 front cloth.
6 males - 5 females - plus Delilah the Horse.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by John Morley
This is a fast moving script with plenty of comedy throughout and the famous scene with Red Riding Hood visiting her Granny (the Wolf in disguise of course…) will have audiences gripping the edge of their seats and shouting their warning to our heroine. There need be no costume changes for the Principals (except, of course, for the Dame). Also no major costume changes for the most of the Adult Chorus. A permanent forest set could be used and dressed for various occasions.
1 main set, with insets
5M, 3F, 3 either, plus smaller parts which can be played by members of the Chorus





Mother Goose

by Leonard Caddy
The Dame is the central figure; she sells the Magic Goose to regain her youth, but things do not turn out as she expected and many adventures befall her and her friends before the precious bird is saved from the power of evil. They are helped by a brave but not very experienced Fairy and a willing though rather ineffectual old Wizard.
5 sets
5M, 5F plus the Goose

by Peter Denyer
The only pantomime which has a Dame in the leading role; but unlike most heroines Mother Goose is not perfect. Tempted by the insidious Demon of Discontent she sells her best friend, Priscilla the Goose, in search of beauty. Of course she realises how wrong she has been and sets off in search of Priscilla and is eventually reconciled with her at the court of King Gander. Another wonderful animal role in the character of Priscilla.
5 main sets and 4 frontcloths/curtains
5M, 3F

by Stephen Duckham
Priscilla, the golden goose, comes to help poor Mother Goose and her family. After she gains her wealth, Mother Goose craves beauty and it is then that the evil Demon of Darkness tricks her into parting with Priscilla. Aware of her foolishness, Mother Goose and friends set out to find Priscilla and encounter many perils along the way. Finally they succeed and son Jack puts an end to the Demon once and for all.
4 Main Sets, 2 Half Sets, 2 Front Cloths and Tabs

by Ron Hall
Strong story line culminating in an exciting climax. Lots of comedy situations and chances to provide magical visual effects. The Fairy Queen and Demon King characters provide comedy at its funniest. Songs suggested at various points of plot. Chorus, senior and junior dancers
6 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 5F plus the Goose which can be M or F. There are also 'walk on' parts of 2 ghosts, a skeleton and a cyclops.

By Mark Llewellin
Set in the 20s, Mother Goose finds herself behind in her rent and at odds with both landowner Lord Loot and the Mayor. Her son Billy is hopelessly in love with Lord Loot's daughter Amy, who in turn has attracted the attentions of the Mayor's twit of a son, Cedric Clanger. When Mother Goose's goose starts laying golden eggs she sees a way of making everyone happy but Cedric cons her into splashing out on a facelift in return for goose, Priscilla.
M 3, F 2, Either 3 + chorus and double for Mother Goose.
3 full sets and 2 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
We start with a stand off between the Good Fairy and the Demon King in this fun packed panto with a good strong storyline. The Goose family are broke and their only possession is the family pet Priscilla the Goose. Will Mother Goose fall for the temptations of the Demon King? Comedy a plenty from Bobby and the Au Pair from Holland Gretchen Van-Rental. There is even a holiday in Spain for Mother Goose and her friends. Not to be missed.
9 main sets - 1 half set.
6 males (Baron Bankroll doubles as King of Gooseland)
5 females - plus Priscilla the Goose.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by John Morley
The script is based on one written for Danny La Rue, and is a comedy-adventure story with a Magic Mirror, a Waterfall of Beauty, the Demon's Rocket Range, a Mysterious Gooseland and yet it is easily presented economically. There is plenty of work for the small parts/chorus. When all the poor villagers become rich, there is one costume change, and another simple costume change consisting of a "poncho" put over the main basic costume.
5 main scenes
5M, 9F





Oh Scrooge!

by Leonard Caddy
There is no Principal Boy or Dame but all the other Ôlarger than lifeÕ elements of traditional Christmas entertainment are there, all cleverly woven into the famous story without losing its appeal and pathos. Father Christmas himself plays a part. Scope for original fun.
1 set + additions
6M, 5F (or 13M, 11F) 3 youngsters





Peter Pan, the Panto

by Ron Hall
This sparkling version of J M Barrie's famous tale of the boy who never grew up is complete with dame and audience participation. It can be performed with as few as 3 sets and although there is a 'flying' scene no harnesses or special equipment are required. Whilst keeping basically to the original plot loved by grown-ups and children alike it also incorporates hilarious comedy situations. Most of the costumes are simple to make with little in the way of changes needed. There is plenty to occupy the chorus and dancers and the music is well known and can be obtained through NODA. There is even a community song. If you want something just that bit different to amuse and enchant your audience, this show is a must!
3 sets min
6M, 5F with 6 children and 'dog'

by John Morley
Simple scenery and if Tabs are used, then only four scenes are needed — the Never Never Land, Nursery, Secret Cave of the Lost Boys and the Pirate Ship. There are no costume changes — just one change for a few of the chorus. this script is adaptable to small or large stages and regardless of the size of production, all ‘flying’ problems are solved. The playing time is two hours 15 minutes instead of the former three hours.
5M, 12F, chorus





The Pied Piper of Hamelin

by Leonard Caddy
Follows the original story but incorporates all the elements of a traditional pantomime including a kitchen scene and a Pantomime Cat.
5 sets
6M, 5F, 1 youth, a Cat, several smaller speaking parts, children as the Rats and the Children themselves

by Ron Hall
Fast moving exciting story with lots of comedy and charm. Scope for effects and the inclusion of popular songs. Chorus and senior and junior dancers.
5 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 4F with 4 supporting roles and a 'Cow'

by Long & Rawnsley
Sitting at a high desk in front of stage right proscenium/house curtains the Storywriter relates the story to the audience as if he is actually writing it there and then and the panto we see is the story he is writing. Hamlin has a plague of rats but there is someone just arrived in the town who will be their saviour. A great storyline - wonderful comedy characters - a sprinkling of evil which is overshadowed by the hilarious comic antics throughout. A classic schoolroom sketch is one of many highs in this unforgettable panto/
7 main sets
6 males - 4 females plus 1 boy and 1 girl.
Musical items are indicated within the script.




Pinocchio

by Ron Hall
An amusing, exciting, moving and romantic realisation of the original story with plenty of scope for special effects. Suggestions for songs to be included. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
6 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 5F with 2 supporting roles and a 'donkey'

by David Swan
An action-packed, fun show full of pace and colour with a subtle message for the kids. Guaranteed to bring the most wooden of audiences to life!
2 full sets
4M, 6F, 4 either

by Long & Rawnsley
This fast moving and interesting pantomime is full of comic twist and turns. Based around the toy maker Geppetto and his favourite puppet Pinocchio. The evil is supplied by Stromboli the travelling puppeteer and his two henchmen the Morrissinis'. The evil is cancelled by the comic capers of Lampwick, Mama Macaroni and Pinocchio's conscience Jiminy Cricket.
8 main sets - 1 half set.
5 males - 4 females and 2 good strong child performers.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

Prince's Quest

by Bradford and Webster
A fable told in traditional pantomime style, brimming with comedy, slapstick and colourful set-piece scenes.
Brave young Prince Andreas is on a quest to find his father.
But, when he arrives in the kingdom of Verdentia, he is called upon to help defeat the evil sorcerer Lord Elbirret. Here, Andreas also meets Fairy Ethel, a very keen, but not very successful Good Fairy, who always turns up late!
At the Royal Palace, the rich, pompous Prince Dimitri, has arrived to lay suit to Verdentia’s beautiful Princess Francesca.
Elbirret’s idiotic henchmen, Badd and Wurse, are sent to kidnap the Princess, but instead, they mistakenly kidnap her handmaiden, Rosa. Rosa is the daughter of Dame Batterspoon, the palace cook, she is also Princess Francesca’s best friend.
The bickering princes, Andreas and Dimitri, set off to rescue Rosa. Fairy Ethel decides to “help”, but her hopeless spells send them too far west, to hillbilly country, then too far east, to a Sultan’s palace.
Unfortunately, the princes are captured by Elbirret, and thrown into his dungeon, where Rosa is also being held captive. Cue Dame Batterspoon, Princess Francesca and Fairy Ethel to heroically save the day!
And in a traditionally happy ending, Elbirret is finally defeated, both princes find true love, and Andreas finds his father, thus fulfilling his quest.
7M, 5F plus small speaking roles, many roles can be doubled or played by chorus members




Puss in Boots

by Leonard Caddy
Two particularly good parts for girls as Principal Boy and Puss who carry the story, but usual Pantomime characters very much involved.
5 sets
6M, 5F, 5 supporting roles

by Stephen Duckham
Colin has inherited the family mill, but the evil Ogre intends to take it just as he has taken everything else in the town. With the help of a magical pair of boots that gives his cat the power of speech, Colin and his friend Patchem set about ridding the land of the Ogre and winning the hand of Princess Melinda.
4 Main Sets, 1 Half Set, 2 Front Cloths or Tabs

by Ron Hall
Hilarious comedy situations abound within the strong story line. Lots of lovely cameo character parts and an evil giant with full instructions on how to achieve a height of over 9 feet. Panto at its most impressive. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
4 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
6M, 5F with 3 supporting roles and 'cow'

by Long & Rawnsley
Rosie Rags the Scarecrow introduces us to the village of Barley Bottom and all its inhabitants. Great kitchen scene in the King's Palace where cook Deliah Smythe is in charge, Talking Cat - Magical boots - Hot air balloon - Rib tickling fun all the way.
9 main sets.
7 males - 4 females - plus Tabby the Cat and Daisy the Cow.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by John Morley
This pantomime can be played in a permanent set which is a straight forward exterior scene. Into the permanent set goes the simple insert scene of 'The Magic Machine' which can be just a flat. The story takes place in Holland which allows for attractive scenery and costumes, but if 'Panto Villager' costumes are required, then these can be used just as well as the 'Dutch Holland' idea. There are no changes of costume required, except for the juveniles who are young villagers, then rabbits, then punk rock spooks. Suggested popular songs. Ample work for small parts and chorus who are often involved in the comedy as well as the singing.
One permanent set with insets
7M, 9F





Queen of Hearts

by Robert Marlowe
Based on the well-known nursery rhyme, this has plot changes involving exciting battle scenes between Hearts & Diamonds versus Clubs & Spades. A parade of historical lovers gives spectacle, and comedy is a powerful element.
6 full sets, 5 frontcloths
6M, 5F, plus chorus





Robinson Crusoe

by Leonard Caddy
Robinson loves Katie, Sir Roger objects. A storm, caused by Queen Neptune, washes up an old bottle with a message in it. It is from Mrs Crusoe's long-lost husband Robin. It leads them to a tropical island where they meet Man Friday. They are captured by Yum Tum’s natives and are pursued by the Bad Pirates but despite it all they arrive home safe and happy.
3 sets
7M, 6F, boys as pirates

by Ron Hall
Daniel Defoe's book suitably embellished to include lots of comedy, drama and romance. The delightful story moves from York to Hull to Rio de Janeiro before reaching the Desert Island where after many adventures buried treasure is found. Fun for all the family. Chorus, senior and junior dancers.
5 main sets and 3 insets/curtains
7M, 6F

by Mark Llewellin, Roy Barraclough and John Jardine
Popular sea captain Robinson offers to take his beau, Polly, on a voyage - but her father, Captain Cockles insists on coming along too. Eventually, the whole family boards ship and sets sail. Under the wicked guidance of Witch Atalanta, Cockles attempts to sink the ship but he hasn't counted on Fairy Pantomime's magic. After sinking, washing up on an island, encountering a cannibal king and discovering a cave full of treasures, the Crusoe and Cockles family are rescued by the QE2.
M 5, F 3, Either 2 + gorilla, optional dog and chorus.
3 full sets and 5 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
A mermaid takes us on this voyage of fun. Laughter and adventure as Mrs Crusoe, her family and friends set sail to find her son "Robbie" who was shipwrecked 10 years earlier. A real traditional pantomime with some very quirky characters. A storm - Some Cannibals - A touching re-union - and laughs galore, a real favourite.
7 main sets
7 males - 5 females - plus Pee-Gee the Monkey.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by Robert Marlowe
Exciting plot with shipwreck and undersea settings, including a ‘Jaws’ sequence. This script has two different endings, either traditional with Captain Cook or novelty with James Bond. Much comedy.
5 full sets, 1 half set, 4 front tabs
8M, 4F plus chorus






Sinbad the Sailor

by Leonard Caddy
Sinbad is played by a man with the Prince being the Principal Boy. Together they set out to rescue the Principal Girl and meet many exotic and unusual characters, including the evil Old Man of The Sea, a laconic talking Idol and a cheeky little bird.
4 sets
7M, 4F, 2 youngsters and 5 small speaking parts

by Peter Denyer
Sinbad the Sailor is one of the Tales of the Arabian Nights. This version merges the exotic story with the more traditional elements of pantomime and has a dramatic story line as Sinbad sets sail to make his fortune, unaware that Cassim the Corsair is trying to kill him so that he can steal the hand of the beautiful Princess Haidee. (The "narrator" character, The Old Man of The Sea, is a perfect example of a part which could easily be played as The Old Woman of the Sea).
6 main sets and 1 frontcloth/curtain
5M, 4F

by Stephen Duckham
An Arabian Night pantomime adventure for companies large and small with a strong storyline and detailed staging notes for theatres with limited space.
Sinbad is returning from his sixth voyage to his hometown of Chandra. He is welcomed by his mother and friends as well as the beautiful Princess Parissa. Chandra is protected from harm by the mystical powers of the fabulous Cobra Jewel, but the country's peace and prosperity is threatened when the evil magician Mephisto steals the Jewel. Soon Sinbad and his friends are off on another voyage to find the Jewel and along the way encounter Sea Monsters, Shipwrecks, Flying Carpets and a six armed, scimitar-waving creature called a Khali. Eventually good overcomes evil under the shifting sands of the desert and the Jewel is returned to its rightful owner.
This pantomime adventure also contains a large amount of comedy and audience participation and is a challenge for a company with an enthusiastic technical department.
Cast: Sinbad the Sailor, Tinbad the Tailor, Mrs Sinbad, Princess Parissa, The Caliph of Chandra, Shanti, Mephisto, Genie of the Bottle, Macho (A monkey), Black-Eyed Pete, Slave Seller, Zahrat Musafa, Kassim.
Scenery: 5 Main Sets, 2 Half or Three-quarter Sets, 2 Front Cloths. 2 Sets of Black Tabs (or 1 Set and a Star Cloth)

by Ron Hall
Terrific scope for magical effects and colourful costumes with comedy abounding. Plenty of opportunities for including popular songs.
7 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 4F with 7 supporting roles and 'serpent'





Sleeping Beauty

by Leonard Caddy
The Prince and his party are out riding when they meet an old, old Wizard who tells them the story of the Sleeping Princess, of her christening, and what happened on her sixteenth birthday. The story comes to life and the Prince sets out to rescue her. Lots of charm and plenty of comedy.
3 sets plus Thornwood drop
6M, 9F plus several smaller speaking parts and optional Panto Horse

by Peter Denyer
This story may be better known as a ballet, but it is in fact a popular Pantomime. A beautiful Fairy Tale, with strong parts for women - especially the Black Fairy Carabosse, a truly evil villainess! Although the story ends 118 years after it starts (!), the show is linked by a narrator, The Minstrel, who keeps the action moving quickly. The final, dramatic confrontation, between the Good and the Bad Fairies, ensures the audience’s attention.
5 main sets and 3 frontcloths/curtains
5M, 6F

by Stephen Duckham
It is Princess Aurora’s christening and Carabosse is furious at not being invited. She vents her anger by prophesying that on her eighteenth birthday, Aurora will die by pricking her finger on a spinning wheel. When the prophecy comes true the Fairy Queen uses her powers to put the whole court into a deep sleep for one hundred years. Prince Michael wakes Aurora from her slumbers with a kiss and together with Nanny Nora, Barney, King Septimus and Queen Sybil they set out to destroy Carabosse once and for all.
3 or 4 Main Sets, 1 Half Set, 2 or 3 Front Cloths and Black Tabs

by Ron Hall
This is a charming, pretty pantomime with lots of scope for lovely sets with plenty of sparkle. Songs suggested, some with specially written words: chorus, senior and junior dancers. An ideal pantomime for the society with far more ladies than men — 4M and 14F parts, 6F being good fairies with small speaking roles. There are also 5 non-speaking parts which can be either sex, and a dragon is included.
6 main sets, one gauze and 5 insets/curtains

by Mark Llewellin
Queen Carol and hen-pecked King Colin have oft longed for a child, so when the good fairies grant their wish and a stork is dispatched to the castle, joy abounds and a lavish christening is planned. However, thanks to jester Billy Whizz's stupidity Fairy Midnight is not invited and she casts a spell over the Princess Beauty which eventually causes all the castle (including an incredulous Nurse Nancy) to sleep for many years (or at least through the interval). The arrival of Prince William and his coachman, lost in the forest, wakens them.
M 4, F4, Either 1 plus chorus.
2 full sets and 5 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
A lovely traditional pantomime everyone will recognise. It begins with the christening of the baby Princess Beauty, but who is the uninvited guest? Comedy throughout as the Princess grows to womanhood, protected by her family, servants and friends. There's a hundred years sleep, but certainly not for the audience, there is even a comedy boxing match. Don't miss this one!
8 main sets.
6 males - 6 females.
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by John Morley
The famous fairy story is accurately told as a romantic adventure, is mainly comedy and is fast-paced. Although based on lavish versions in professional theatres in Glasgow and Edinburgh, this can be an extremely economical pantomime to present: it can literally be played in a permanent set without causing any lack of pantomime comedy and adventure. It is also possible to have no costume changes as suggestions are made for economy points. The small parts and chorus have plenty to do and there are mainly female parts, though these things are adaptable. Suggestions for the use of popular songs.
One permanent set
3M, 9F

by David Swan
A fast-moving realisation crammed full of humour.
3 full sets, 1 half set
5M, 7F, 1 either

by Bradford and Webster
A novel take on the traditional tale.
The witch, Deadly Nightshade, casts an evil spell that Princess Rose will prick her finger on a spinning wheel and die before her 16th birthday.
To keep Rose safe, she is hidden away in a cottage in the forest, cared for by Winifred Slaptickle, a paediatric observation officer (yes, that’s Winnie the POO), and the King’s jester, Happy Harry.
On the eve of Rose’s 16th birthday, she meets a handsome young man in the forest. It is love at first sight for both of them.
Brought back to the palace, Rose is angry when she is told she is a princess and must marry a prince. Prince William duly arrives and, would you believe it, it is the same handsome young man. Rose is delighted.
However, due to an unfortunate misunderstanding, the Prince is thrown out of the palace, tarred and feathered and dumped on a ship heading who knows where.
While Harry and Winnie are dispatched to retrieve the Prince, Nightshade’s plan comes to fruition but, thanks to the three good fairies, Lilac, Lavender and the nice but dim Lupin, Rose does not die, she only sleeps.
Winnie, Harry and Lupin take the ballroom cruise to Easter Island, where they find the Prince about to go into the cannibals’ pot.
The Prince returns to fight his way through a forest of thorns to deliver his true love’s kiss, thus setting the scene for a traditional happy ending.
4M, 7F plus smaller roles, many roles can be doubled up if required





The Snow Queen

by Peter Denyer
Although not a traditional pantomime the Snow Queen is a wonderful adventure story, where Gerda sets off in search of her friend Kay. To rescue him from the icy clutches of the Snow Queen she does not realise where her journey will lead her. Because she meets so many different people on her quest there is opportunity to use as many or as few actors as are available.
6 main sets, 4 frontcloths/curtains
7/6M, 7/10F





Snow White (and the Seven Dwarfs)

by Leonard Caddy
Faithfully follows the original story, but incorporates all the main elements of Pantomime - Dame, Principal Boy, Animals, slapstick comedy. By reverting to normal casting and production it will play successfully as a straight musical.
4 sets
7M, 4F, 1 dog, and 7 children as dwarfs (in two scenes only)

by Peter Denyer
Another perennially popular pantomime. A strong story with the heroine resisting the wicked wiles of her evil stepmother, Queen Morgiana. The roles of the dwarfs are crucial and although played by children, the dialogue can be provided by offstage voices of adults.
5 main sets and 3 frontcloths/curtains
4M, 3F with 7 children as dwarfs

by Stephen Duckham
Snow White is eighteen and to Queen Malevolent’s rage is pronounced ‘fairest in the land’ by the Spirit of the Mirror. Handsome Prince Rupert arrives at court and is instantly attracted to Snow White. The Queen works her spells on the Huntsman and instructs him to take Snow White into the forest and kill her. At the last minute the Huntsman realises what he was about to do and tells Snow White to flee for her life. In the depths of the forest she finds a cottage belonging to seven dwarfs who take her in. Back at the castle Dame Doitall (Snow Whites nurse) and Handy Andy her friend discover the truth and together with Prince Rupert set off to rescue Snow White and destroy the Queen.
3 or 4 Main Sets, 2 Half Sets, 2 Front Cloths or Tabs

by Ron Hall
With plenty of comedy interspersed in the exciting story line, this show gives everyone in the society a chance. Scope for several popular songs, chorus, senior and junior dancers.
6 main sets and 5 insets/curtains
5M, 4F with 7 children as dwarfs and 7 supporting roles

by Mark Llewellin
Queen Devila should be celebrating daughter, Snow White's birthday. Instead she begins to look at her own lonely life and in her anger, decides to have Snow White slain. Her besotted henchman Igor is given the deadly task but lets Snow White escape into the woods where she is befriended by a group of dwarfs. Back at the castle Igor instructs interior designers Bitz and Bob to install a magic mirror capable of convincing Devila she has recaptured her good looks but he hasn't counted on the meddling of Cora the Cook and a certain Prince.
M 4, F 2, Either 3 + chorus and 7 dwarfs (speaking roles).
2 full sets and 3 half sets.

by Long & Rawnsley
A real favourite with the kids this one. All Seven Dwarfs have their own characteristics. There are laughs from the traditional serious characters. Romance and adventure feature strongly. A real love story that will enchant and entertain the whole family.
8 main sets.
4 males - 5 females - plus the Seven Dwarfs, the Dwarfs can be played by adults working on their knees with soft felt boots attached to their knees and long trailing tail coats to cover their lower legs, it really does work (we've staged it using one real dwarfs (Gawpy) who does all the running about. Try it, you won't regret it!!
Musical items are indicated within the script.

by John Morley
A traditional telling of the fairy story, with the principals supported by a cast consisting of good small parts and chorus work. The famous seven dwarfs are played by juveniles with their leader as the main speaking character of this group. Because of the story, the Magic Mirror has to be seen many times and this means that there need be only two main sets, and there are no costume changes, except for some juveniles that wear ‘ponchos’ over their basic costume in one scene. Suggestions for popular songs.
2 main sets
3M, 5F





Treasure Island

by Bradford and Webster
A high-octane pantomime based on the classic pirate adventure.
At the Admiral Benbow Inn, our hero, Jim Hawkins, and his mother, Ma Hawkins, find Captain Flint’s treasure map in old Billy Bones’s trunk.
The famed pirate and renowned baddie Long John Silver is also after the map and, with the dimwitted Brass and Knuckles and the rest of his cutthroat band, lays siege to the inn.
Jim and Ma escape Silver’s clutches and, with the help of Squire Trelawney and his lovely daughter, Felicity, set sail to seek their fortune.
The ship’s cook, however, is oddly familiar, having one leg and an over-sized, sarcastic parrot.
As our heroes reach the island, the pirates reveal themselves and kidnap Felicity to force Jim to hand over the map.
The race across the island to find the treasure ends with Jim and Silver ‘buckling some swash’ until the pirate is finally dispatched to Davy Jones’s Locker.
The treasure chest is opened … but it is empty! Robinson Crusoe, who has been living on the island with his Girl Friday, and his Girls Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, desperately trying not to be rescued, has spent the treasure turning the island into a casino and nightspot. Cue big cabaret ending!
6M, 7F plus small speaking roles, chorus roles included inn customers and servers, pirates and sailors.  





The Wind in the Willows

by Ron Hall
Not a pantomime but a children's story with suggested music, this is a delightful interpretation of Kenneth Grahame's book keeping as close to the original story line as possible in a stage production. Specially written words for songs included, which can be set to Arthur Sullivan's music for the Savoy Operas. An amusing nostalgic look at Edwardian England.
4 main sets, 5 insets/curtains
8M (6 if doubled up), 8F, 1 either, 1 child





The Wizard of Oz

by Leonard Caddy
All the familiar characters and incidents of the well-known story, incorporating plenty of humour without losing the charm of the original book.
4 sets plus Yellow Brick Road
4M, 4F, plus extras

by John Morley
There are the four famous parts of Dorothy, Cowardly Lion, Tinman and Scarecrow, yet plenty of work for the small parts and chorus because they play the crazy Munchkins and then the military Emeralders who live in the Emerald City. The sets are simple - only four main scenes which can be cut outs, easily made, placed in the simple permanent set. There are no costume changes - the chorus merely put eccentric Munchkin overcoats over the Emeralder costumes. The Principals have no costume change. Popular songs.
1 permanent set, cut outs
4M, 8F





Scripts by other authors


Alice in Pantoland

by Ray Eyers & Ray Elder
Have you ever wondered where all the Panto characters go when the shows end? Pantoland of course!
4F 4M 3M/F (there are also 11 small chorus/cameo parts, 5+5 Optional characters) and a chorus of Pantolians (Panto characters), fairies and creatures. Four main scenes with Front Tab work, these can be easily created as the script describes. Costume changes are minimal and give societies with a costume collection a chance to re-use them. Although a new story/concept this pantomime contains all the traditional ingredients - verbal and visual comedy with lots of slapstick and a variety of popular songs. The script is adaptable for large and small productions with a running time of between two and a half hours and three hours depending on the optional routines used. In Pantoland, the home of Panto characters, the witch calls together her cronies and they steal the fairies' wands. Now they can change the outcome of pantomimes and win. Alice, a human recruited by trigger the panto horse, must help the Pantolians to retrieve the wands and defeat the baddies.





Dick Whittington

by Gail Lowe
6F, 6M, 4 either, plus chorus and scope for dancers if required. 6 main sets plus 4 insets or curtains, as elaborate or simple as necessary. This new and original script follows the adventures of Dick and his friends as they travel from London to Morocco in search of fame and fortune. It has a strong comic story line and some entertaining new characters as well as the traditional favourites of Kitty, Sarah the Cook, King Rat and the Sultan. There are some very strong roles for women such as the 'tomboyish' Alice, the manchasing Maneeta, the ever-proper Miss Peabody, and the evil Esmerelda. A fun-filled panto from start to finish; a cat, a camel and a lot of laughs, culminating in an exciting showdown by a shark pool in King Rat's Lair.





Scrooge the Pantomime

Adapted from 'A Christmas Carol' by Trevor Wakefield
6M and 5F. Four main scenes. One of the most famous and most loved stories in the English language, Dickens' story has been augmented with the addition of a few extra characters to enable the story to be told in traditional pantomime format. Most notable amongst these is Nora Carrot, the tea lady, the traditional pantomime dame. A combination of simple sets, popular music, much comedy and plenty of work for small parts/Chorus make this an ideal Christmas choice for many societies.





Further information and ordering

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