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UK Pantomime Association
@UKPantomime
We're a charity that explores, shares and celebrates #pantomime. Investigating its rich past, engaging with contemporary practice and inspiring the future.
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    We are extremely sad to hear of the passing of Paul O'Grady. Paul was a consummate professional and talented performer who brought the house down whether playing Widow Twankey or Wicked Queen. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Pantoland shall never forget him.
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    What a night! Thank you to everyone who came and celebrated the wonderful world of pantomime! Head to our website now for a full list of The Pantomime Award winners. #UKPAPantoAwards bit.ly/PantoAwards23
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    The @UKPantomime and @panto_day are champions of pantomime and take seriously the need for innovation and progression in the sector, including the appropriate casting of performers from the global majority, and removal of racist stereotypes which have historically been depicted.
    The UK Pantomime Association and Panto Day are champions of pantomime and take seriously the need for innovation and progression in the sector, including the appropriate casting of performers from the global majority, and removal of racist stereotypes which have historically been depicted in pantomimes.

We have been made aware of productions of Aladdin that employ racist stereotypes. There is no place for such casting, writing and directing in the pantomime industry today.

The UK Pantomime Association will be holding the first of its annual Pantomime Symposiums in association with Staffordshire University in February 2023 and can confirm that there will be a panel addressing inclusivity, diversity and representation.
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    We are delighted to announce that Derek Griffiths MBE has been appointed as Vice President of the #UKPA He said: “I look forward to working with a great team of people who share the same passion, to help them promote and nurture pantomime for future generations of theatregoers.”
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    And the first award is up! The winner of the Best Ugly Sisters award is…. Duncan Burt & Nic Gibney in #cinderella @theatrerbath Congratulations!!!
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    Tonight is the night! We're getting ready to celebrate all things pantomime here at @TrafTheatre! Make sure you follow us to find out the award winners as they are announced. Plus keep an eye on our Instagram for all the behind-the-scenes sneak peeks! #UKPAPantoAwards
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    STATEMENT - DECEMBER 2021 After nearly two turbulent years, the UK Pantomime Association hoped this season would bring joy and panto magic back to auditoriums and audiences across the UK. Sadly, we are now seeing productions forced to close again due to the pandemic.
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    Congratulations! The full list of nominees can be found on the news section of our website; pantomimeassociation.co.uk/2022-nominatio…
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    We're still absolutely buzzing from Tuesday! If you couldn't make it along to The Pantomime Awards 2023 here is a little insight into the evening! Video credit: Simon Gray 📽️ Music credit: James Harrison 🎶 #UKPAPantoAwards
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    The award for Best Pantomime (Over 900 seats) goes to… @MarloweTheatre Jack and the Beanstalk Big congrats!! #ukpapantoawards #panto #jackandthebeanstalk @UKPantomime
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    Save the Date! The Pantomime Awards 2024 will be held on Tuesday 18 June. More details coming soon...
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    And finally, the first ever Outstanding Achievement Award goes to @IBYNigel - Congratulations Nigel!! #ukpapantoawards #panto
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    and the award for the Best Digital Pantomime goes to….. Jack and the Beanstalk @NewWolsey Congratulations!!! #ukpapantoawards #panto
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