BUTE COMMUNITY PANTO - AFTER-SCHOOL CLUB

This years Bute Community Panto will be The Snow Queen!

Our new FREE after-school club provides children aged 6-11 years with an opportunity to take part in exciting multi-media sessions that will be filmed in advance of the live pantomine performances.

This includes:

  • Green-screen filming: Children will act in scenes that will be projected during the live show

  • Digital animation: Learning basic animation techniques to create magical effects

  • Props and costume creation: Hands-on crafting for both filmed and live elements

  • Performance skills: Acting, singing, dancing integrated into the multimedia elements

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The Snow Queen

Frequently Asked Questions

  • A: The pantomime will be performed at the Winter Garden Cinema on Thursday 5th December and Friday 6th December 2025. There will be multiple shows across both days.

  • A: This production is unique in several ways:

    • Multi-media: Combines live stage performances with pre-filmed sequences using green-screen technology and digital animation.

    • Inter-generational: Brings together participants from primary school age through to adults, creating opportunities for different age groups to work together

    • Community-focused: Open to local residents and designed to showcase local talent while building community connections

  • A: The Snow Queen is a classic tale that will be adapted into pantomime format, featuring the traditional panto elements audiences love - audience participation, comedy, music, and spectacle - combined with the magical winter story.

  • A: Sessions run on Thursdays after school from 3:30-4:30 p.m. starting from 4th September for 8 weeks (excluding October school holidays). This gives children plenty of time to develop their skills and create polished content for the show.

  • A: Yes, places are limited and participants should register by clicking on the sign up button on this page and complete the form.

  • A: The sessions are designed to be welcoming and confidence-building. Children can choose activities that suit their comfort level and interests, and our experienced facilitators help everyone participate at their own pace.

  • A: Yes! The multimedia elements created by the children will be integral parts of the final pantomime performances, so families will see their work showcased in the actual show.

  • A: Specific requirements will be provided upon registration, but generally children should wear comfortable clothes suitable for creative activities. All specialised materials and equipment will be provided.

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What skills will the children learn at the Club?

    • Build confidence: Feel more comfortable acting, singing, and dancing

    • Tell stories: Share ideas and feelings in fun, creative ways

    • Make things: Create costumes and props.

    • Use technology: Try green-screen filming and simple computer animation

    • Use digital tools: Learn how computers and cameras help tell stories

    • Plan projects: Work from start to finish on exciting activities

    • Pay attention: Focus on details to make their work the best it can be

    • Try new things: Mix old-style theater with modern technology

    • Work with others: Team up with friends on group projects

    • Share ideas: Speak up and listen when others share their thoughts

    • Keep trying: Learn that making mistakes is part of learning

    • Appreciate tradition: Discover the fun history of pantomime shows

    • Express themselves: Find their own special way to be creative

    • Feel proud: Experience the joy of being part of a real show

    • Stay curious: Get excited about trying new activities

    • Include everyone: Work with children of all abilities and backgrounds

    • Understand media: Learn how videos and digital content are made.

    • Be flexible: Get comfortable trying different activities.

    • Think creatively: Find new ways to solve problems.

    • Speak confidently: Feel good about performing in front of others

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