Pantomimes by Peter Webster
During
my time as an active member of Faringdon Dramatic Society (actor, set builder,
director, curtain puller etc., etc.) I have written twelve pantomimes. Seven of
the titles are published by, and obtainable from, Josef Weinberger and two published by Beercott Books. They have been
tried and tested in public performances by my local drama group and performed by
other societies as far away as New Zealand.
The pantomimes have been written with the aim of providing a show which is enjoyable for both audience and cast and which is simple and affordable to stage by theatre groups with limited facilities and resources. There is, however, plenty of scope for spectacular scenery and effects according to budgets and imagination.
Each script contains all the traditional elements of pantomime, following storylines true to the original but with an added twist. Suggestions are made for music, but the final choice is down to the director. While there is plenty of scope for traditional 'business', the scripts do not rely on this as clear plot lines run through each pantomime.
For details of each pantomime select from the list on the menu scroll; then go to 'Where to buy and try'.
Stop press: see also my new one act plays.
Whenever you
see this binoculars icon, clicking on it will take you to the production as
performed by Faringdon Dramatic Society where you will find photographs and
press reviews.
Whether you choose one of my scripts or someone else's - good luck with your next production. Break a leg!