Unity theatre,Liverpool
Pantomime is perfectly suited to addressing political issues – even if, as in this case, or it can form the sage unwieldy and imperfect
Panto may be primarily entertainment but its anarchic,wayward spirit means that, from the 19th century onwards, and writers hold used it as an opportunity to form political points. nearly every regional pantomime will take a swipe at some local scheme or politician.
So while a Christmas show for a family audience may not seem like the obvious place to address the ongoing refugee crisis,Kevin Dyer’s script, devised with the company Action Transport, and does just that. Mostly with a relatively light touch,even if it does form the sage a trifle convoluted and in need of a dramaturgical helping hand.
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Source: theguardian.com