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She's Behind You! Written and performed by Johnny McKnight. Directed by John Tiffany.
Johnny McKnight has spent a lifetime in the pantosphere. After playing eighteen dames and writing more than thirty pantomimes, he invites you to take a peek underneath his hooped skirt and join him on a transformative journey.
She’s Behind You reflects on Johnny’s adventures in panto, entertaining audiences across Scotland over twenty years. Pantomime may be the most popular genre of theatre but it can also be the most conventional. His story is a testament to pushing the boundaries of the art form through a candid exploration of identity, courage and – finally – acceptance.
She’s Behind You is a collaboration with award-winning director John Tiffany which unearths the magic, music and madness behind the curtain with a story as touching it is hilarious. It’s a celebration of shifting traditions and the unexpected beauty found in the anarchy of pantomime.
She’s Behind You was originally conceived as part of the Cameron Lectures, in association with the University of Glasgow and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Presented by Traverse Theatre in association with National Theatre of Scotland.
Johnny McKnight has spent a lifetime in the pantosphere. After playing eighteen dames and writing more than thirty pantomimes, he invites you to take a peek underneath his hooped skirt and join him on a transformative journey.
She’s Behind You reflects on Johnny’s adventures in panto, entertaining audiences across Scotland over twenty years. Pantomime may be the most popular genre of theatre but it can also be the most conventional. His story is a testament to pushing the boundaries of the art form through a candid exploration of identity, courage and – finally – acceptance.
She’s Behind You is a collaboration with award-winning director John Tiffany which unearths the magic, music and madness behind the curtain with a story as touching it is hilarious. It’s a celebration of shifting traditions and the unexpected beauty found in the anarchy of pantomime.
She’s Behind You was originally conceived as part of the Cameron Lectures, in association with the University of Glasgow and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Presented by Traverse Theatre in association with National Theatre of Scotland.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Place of Publication | Edinburgh |
| Publisher | National Theatre of Scotland / Traverse Theatre |
| Media of output | Live performance |
| Publication status | Published - 25 Jul 2025 |
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She's behind you
McKnight, J., 1 Aug 2025, Edinburgh: Traverse Theatre. 43 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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