What is a pantomime dame?

A pantomime dame is a male actor who is dressed up to look like a woman. You’ll recognise these characters from their exaggerated features. Famous pantomime dames have huge over-the-top hairstyles, clownish makeup and brightly-coloured and often matronly, clothing.

Who is the longest running pantomime dame in Britain?

Berwick Kaler is Britain’s longest-running consecutive pantomime dame and a traditionalist too. Steering away from celebrity guest stars and naughty humour, Berwick prefers the more traditional form of pantomime. Often referred to as “Biggins”, this actor is one of the most renowned pantomime dames of all time.

What makes a pantomime so special in the UK?

This old tradition is definitely here to stay and is a regular winter feature in theatres across the UK including at The Grand Blackpool. But what makes a pantomime special? Some people might tell you it’s the humourous songs and special-effects.

Why choose Dame Bradbury’s Junior School?

A setting steeped in history. An education built for the future. The Junior School at Dame Bradbury’s is one of two Junior Schools in the Stephen Perse Foundation educating boys and girls following the same curriculum and vision for education designed to encourage independent, creative and reflective thinking.