Pantomimes Collection

The Land of Christmas Plays by Pauline Baynes
Charming illustration showing a land populated by all the characters from Christmas plays and pantomimes including Aladdin, Sleeping Beauty, Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk and Robinson Crusoe

Battling it out at the Castle Keep, Robin Hood, Anne Nolan and Sheriff Basil Soper from the pantomime Babes in The Wood which is playing at the Theatre Royal, Newcastle

Sylvester McCoy, David Rappaport and Cinderella principal boy June Shand in December 1979

Michael Crawford actor comedian In Pantomime

Singer Helen Shapiro, pictured relaxing in her dressing room in one of her costumes. She is playing the principal boy Aladdin in the panto at the New Theatre, Hull. 22nd December 1964

Singer Helen Shapiro, pictured behind the scenes at the theatre in one of her costumes. She is playing the principal boy Aladdin in the panto at the New Theatre, Hull. 22nd December 1964

Leah Bell, singer and entertainer, whose parents run the corner shop in Benwell Dene Terrace, Newcastle, will be playing Humpty Dumpty in the Sunderland Empires pantomime. 22/10/73

Sir George Edward Wade (1869 - 1954), Comedian, professionally known as George Robey photographed in his costume as a pantomime dame of Jack and the Beanstalk at the London Hippodrome. Date: 1921

Libby Davison with footballer Peter Beardsley in the pantomime Sleeping Beauty at the Tyne Theatre, December 1999

Alice in Wonderland, Photocall, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Millbrook, Guildford, Tuesday 22nd December 1970

Alexandra Stevenson, professional actress and amateur painter, pictured 12th January 1965. She is currently starring as Prince Charming in the panto Cinderella at the Rotherham Theatre, London

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

Acrobat, Margot Tscheng, with fellow members of her acrobatic group from Peking, China. They will be starring together in the pantomime Aladdin, at the Kings Theatre, Glasgow, Scotland

Stanley Baxter (right) stars as a pantomime dame at the Kings Theatre, Glasgow, Scotland, 9th December 1983. Pictured with journalist Colin Bell

Anita Dobson Actress who starred as Angie Watts in the top BBC soap Eastenders dressed as Aladdin in the Christmas Panto at Richmond Theatre September 1987 Dbase

Singer David Essex appears in the panto Robinson Crusoe at Newcastles Theatre Royal 14 December 1995

Singer David Essex appears in the panto Robinson Crusoe at Newcastles Theatre Royal 14 December 1995

Leah Bell, singer and entertainer, pictured before the matinee performance of Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime at Newcastles Theatre Royal. 06/01/77

Leah Bell, aged 12, from Benwell School, Newcastle, was presenting the musical play Sleeping Beauty in St Jamess Church Hall, Benwell

Glamour girls Wendy Bowman, Carol Asti and Cathy Cota with panto dame Clifford Henry who are appearing at the Sunderland Empire in the pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk

David Jason, Leah Bell, June shand and Joanna Horlock, had their pens at the ready when they met 1 year old Lorna Kers from Birtley at the Fleming memorial Hospital

Mother Goose Pantomime
A production of Mother Goose at the London Hippodrome, featuring Shaun Glenville (1884-1968) as Mother Goose, Isobel Elsom (1893-1981) as the daughter, and Fred Conquest

You Can't Be Too Careful!
Cartoon showing an over-enthusiastic ARP warden at a pantomime. He appears to be indulging in some unexpected audience participation. Date: 1940

Pantomimes at the London Theatres (litho)
1629175 Pantomimes at the London Theatres (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantomimes at the London Theatres, " Blue Beard" at Drury Lane)

After the Pantomime (engraving)
729590 After the Pantomime (engraving) by Davis, Lucien (1860-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: After the Pantomime: Exeunt Omnes. Engraving by R Taylor after original artwork by Lucien Davis)

The new Christmas pantomime (litho)
983785 The new Christmas pantomime (litho) by Doyle, John (H.B.) (1797-1868) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The new Christmas pantomime)

Christmas Plays and Pantomimes (engraving)
1062188 Christmas Plays and Pantomimes (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Plays and Pantomimes)

Christmas Plays and Pantomimes (engraving)
1062187 Christmas Plays and Pantomimes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Plays and Pantomimes)

Rehearsing for the Pantomime at the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1611540 Rehearsing for the Pantomime at the Crystal Palace (engraving) by Robinson, Charles (1840-81); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rehearsing for the Pantomime at the Crystal Palace)

Mother Goose at the London Hippodrome
Scene from Mother Goose, the 1924-5 pantomime at the London Hippodrome. Shaun Glenville as Mother Goose, Isobel Elsom as her daughter and the unfortunate Fred Conquest as the goose. Date: 1925

Poster for Cinderella at the London Hippodrome, 1900
Poster for Cinderella, the first pantomime to be held at the newly-opened London Hippodrome in December 1900. Date: 1901

Cartoon portrait, E L Blanchard, English writer
Cartoon portrait, Pantomime - Edward Litt Laman Blanchard (1820-1889), English writer, dramatist and drama critic, best known for his Drury Lane pantomimes. 1880s

Dolly Sisters on front cover of the Sketch 1921
The Dolly Sisters photographed in their costumes for the new pantomime " The Babes in the Wood" by C B Cochran. The Dolly Sisters enjoyed immense success in London

Pickings from the Pantomimes, Judy magazine
Pickings from the Pantomimes, January 1882. 1882

Cartoon, West-End Waits, a reference to the rival pantomimes at Drury Lane and Covent Garden Theatres, London. 1885

Cartoon, One Charles to Another Charles - We can t give you a cat every year! Charles Lauri (left) was a pantomime performer who specialised in animal roles

Xmas entertainments, 1875-1876 (chromolitho)
731728 Xmas entertainments, 1875-1876 (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Xmas entertainments, 1875-1876)

Heads of the Pantomimes (engraving)
2771807 Heads of the Pantomimes (engraving) by Crowquill, Alfred (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heads of the Pantomimes)

A tragic adventure occurred, during an interlude, for Elohnes dramas... (colour litho)
2783553 A tragic adventure occurred, during an interlude, for Elohnes dramas... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A tragic adventure occurred)

Cartoon, The Censors Dream after a course of pantomimes. 1870

Pantomimes in London (engraving)
1601875 Pantomimes in London (engraving) by Crowquill, Alfred (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pantomimes in London. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 1853)

Panto time from the clowns point of view 1858
Well attended threatre, with every watching except one! 1858

Boxing Night at Old Drury, the House and the Stage seen from the Uppermost Box (engraving)
1047867 Boxing Night at Old Drury, the House and the Stage seen from the Uppermost Box (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christmas Pantomimes (engraving)
1610052 Christmas Pantomimes (engraving) by Leitch, Richard Principal (fl.1844-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Pantomimes)

The Childs Dream of the Pantomimes (engraving)
2771806 The Childs Dream of the Pantomimes (engraving) by Crowquill, Alfred (1804-72) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Childs Dream of the Pantomimes)

The Pantomimes (engraving)
1590900 The Pantomimes (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pantomimes. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 January 1885)

Scenes from the Pantomimes (engraving)
1616272 Scenes from the Pantomimes (engraving) by Friston, David Henry (fl.1853-82); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes from the Pantomimes)

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"Pantomimes: A Magical Journey Through the Land of Christmas Plays" Step into a world filled with enchantment and laughter, as we explore the captivating realm of pantomimes. From battling it out at the Castle Keep in Robin Hood to Aladdin's thrilling adventures, these timeless productions have brought joy to audiences for generations. In a photo-call at Birmingham Hippodrome on 20th December 1974, the cast of Aladdin dazzled with their vibrant costumes and infectious energy. Sylvester McCoy, David Rappaport, and June Shand charmed audiences as they breathed life into beloved characters. Notable actors like Michael Crawford have also graced the stage in pantomime roles. Known for his comedic genius, Crawford delighted both young and old with his impeccable timing and larger-than-life performances. The magic of pantomime extends beyond the stage; they can be found even in toy theatres where children recreate their favorite scenes from these whimsical tales. The creativity sparked by these miniature stages allows imaginations to soar. One cannot discuss pantomimes without mentioning Mother Goose – a classic production that has warmed hearts throughout the years. With its heartwarming storylines and unforgettable characters, this delightful show reminds us that kindness triumphs over all. Behind-the-scenes glimpses reveal another side to these performers' lives. Singer Helen Shapiro finds solace in her dressing room amidst an array of colorful costumes while Leah Bell entertains audiences with her captivating voice while her parents run a corner shop in Benwell Dene. Throughout history, comedians like Sir George Edward Wade (professionally known as George Robey) have left indelible marks on pantomime culture. Their wit and charm continue to inspire new generations of entertainers who strive to bring smiles to faces far and wide and can more than just shows; they are cherished traditions that unite families during festive seasons.