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Looking out behind themThe Pantomime might have its origins
elsewhere but it has grown into a very British tradition which, like
holiday wine, does not travel well. Every year stars flock to take on roles full of
corny jokes,some of which were probably old in Shakespeare's time, with
characters struggling to manage two dimensional and plots that came out
of the ark, and we love it. Unlikely stars of panto have seen the likes of
the late Sir Patrick Moore, Gok Wan, Pamela Anderson, Anne Widdecombe,
Mickey Rooney, at 87, and even Sir Ian McKellen as Widow Twankey all
looking out behind them. This year Wolverhampton Grand presents Aladdin, a
traditional tale of love and genies, old jokes – and some new ones – and
well-rehearsed, slick routines. Here three of the stars talk about what to
expect. Lisa Riley
Ian Adams
Doreen Tipton
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