Christmas shows are a popular form of entertainment during the holiday season. A panto (5 letters) is a British form of musical comedy theatre, usually performed around Christmas time. It typically features slapstick humour, audience participation and well-known fairy tales. A PAGEANT (7 letters) is a theatrical performance that usually involves a procession of people in costume, often with music and dance. A PANTOMIME (9 letters) is a type of musical comedy stage production, traditionally based on a fairy tale or nursery rhyme. It is usually performed around Christmas time and features slapstick humour, audience participation and singing.