Larger than Life: Performing Character for Pantomime
Learn about a central part of British theatre: the pantomime! This course will provide an in-depth look at the formula, background and performance techniques.
Pantomime is a central part of British theatre, but what’s it all about?! Learn all about this wild and wacky pillar of theatre, what goes into creating a ‘Panto,’ and the performance techniques behind its colourful cast of characters! This course will delve into the formula and innovative background behind pantomimes and where they came from. Additionally, we will discuss the main characters we tend to find in pantomimes such as the Dames, Baddies, Fairies and the Henchmen. We will look at what makes these characters authentic and unique. Furthermore, this course will also look at songs and the importance of audience participation. After this course, students will know everything there is to know about pantomimes!
Course Content
8 LESSONS
8 HOURS Total Length
Lesson 1
Formula and Innovation: How Does Panto Work?
60 minutes
Lesson 2
Principle Boy & Girl: Through Romance and Peril
60 minutes
Lesson 3
Simple Simon to Bumbling Henchman: Comedy Characters in Panto Land
60 minutes
Lesson 4
Panto Dame: Bright Dresses, Big Eyelashes, and a Bloke
60 minutes
Lesson 5
The Baddie: The One We Love to Hate
60 minutes
Lesson 6
The Good Fairy: It’s Her Show, Really!
60 minutes
Lesson 7
Audience Participation: Mastering the Heart of Pantomime
60 minutes
Lesson 8
Happily Ever After: Song Sheets, Weddings, and ‘See You All Next Year!’
60 minutes
Key Skills
Theatre
Performance
Entertainment
Educator
Heather A
Mindfulness and Meditation Master
Heather assists students to have better focus, concentration, creativity and productivity, which can be beneficial in and out of the workplace or school. She offers a supportive approach helping students to overcome any challenges.
