Exactly what it says on the label. How to start writing, how to structure the scenes, what to include, what definitely to avoid, how to get comedy ideas, the secret of slapstick, and much more.
It also digs deep into the problems with chosing a commercial script and gives detailed tips on how to avoid the outdated rubbish still being offered.
Best-selling author Chris Lane brings 30 years experience of pantomime into this essential book. His scripts have been performed hundreds of times on amateur stages all over the world - to criticical success - and are used by international companies and charities in specially adapted forms. A full example of one of his scripts - with notes - is added as a free bonus.
The author has directed award-winning shows, performed on stage, made scenery, and done everything but play the piano, so he knows what he is talking about, and knows what is really possible on the amateur stage (and you might be surprised what can be achieved).
This book gives all the facts and tips needed to create your own panto, perfectly fitted to the resources of your group, but is written in an entertaining style that makes it a good read for anybody simply interested in comedy writing or amateur theatre.
And if you read this and STILL don't agree it is best to write your own script then Chris will let you use one of his original scripts, adapted for your resources, at a real bargain price, saving more than the cost of this book - so you can't lose!
It also digs deep into the problems with chosing a commercial script and gives detailed tips on how to avoid the outdated rubbish still being offered.
Best-selling author Chris Lane brings 30 years experience of pantomime into this essential book. His scripts have been performed hundreds of times on amateur stages all over the world - to criticical success - and are used by international companies and charities in specially adapted forms. A full example of one of his scripts - with notes - is added as a free bonus.
The author has directed award-winning shows, performed on stage, made scenery, and done everything but play the piano, so he knows what he is talking about, and knows what is really possible on the amateur stage (and you might be surprised what can be achieved).
This book gives all the facts and tips needed to create your own panto, perfectly fitted to the resources of your group, but is written in an entertaining style that makes it a good read for anybody simply interested in comedy writing or amateur theatre.
And if you read this and STILL don't agree it is best to write your own script then Chris will let you use one of his original scripts, adapted for your resources, at a real bargain price, saving more than the cost of this book - so you can't lose!
