In all creative disciplines it is useful to have inspiration to turn to when your ideas run dry. I find the best thing to do is watch something I really love. That often fires up my creativity and I’m back on the road.
With that in mind, here are a few examples of pantomimes on film. Some are relatively recent, some a little more retro. But perhaps they’ll spark some inspiration for you!
Jack and the Beanstalk (ITV)
Here’s one of the best filmed pantomimes available: Jack and the Beanstalk. Originally released by ITV in the noughties it features an all star cast including Julie Walters, Julian Clarey, Paul Merton, Ade Edmondson, Denise Van Outen, Neil Morrissey, and Griff Rhys Jones.
Cinderella (Yeovil Octagon 1993/4)
Starring a young Paul Zerdin as Buttons, this regional production of Cinderella is available to view on YouTube. It’s a fairly dated production but there’s plenty to enjoy!
Paul O’Grady’s Christmas Pantomime
There’s a few of these around from the Paul O’Grady show. Here’s a link to the last ever one. There’s lots of celebrities to spot and fun to be had.
Motherwell’s Easter Panto Treasure Island
More pantomime online
If you want to find more brilliant pantomime content online, you can find the full versions of ITV’s Dick Whittington, Aladdin and Cinderella – all with all-star casts for you to enjoy.
