January 6th 2014- "Peter Pan Panto"

I had never been to a Pantomime before so this was such an interesting experience.  I feel like I know more about English theatrical tradition after experiencing this unique form of theater.  I expected the show to be smaller.  I did not expect it to be as large, spectacular, and well-put as it was. I heard that pantomime was a low-type of theater so I was expecting it to be more low budget. Oddly, it was one of the largest theaters we saw shows in. I was also surprised by the use of contemporary songs.  I was not expecting that at all.  Although, the type of audience participation met my expectations. It was very childlike, yet it had a lot of adult humor.  I understand why it is not a popular theater form in the U.S.

I honestly was not even thinking of "Lost Boy" while watching the Panto.  They were so completely different from each other that I could not watch them with the same mindset.  I think the story is relevant because the themes of childhood, imagination, and being lost are universal.  Everyone relates to the desire to cling to your childhood.

And I met Henry Winkler!