On a class of algebraic solutions to Painlev\'e VI equation, its   determinant formula and coalescence cascade
  A determinant formula for a class of algebraic solutions to Painlev\'e VI equation (P$_{\rm VI}$) is presented. This expression is regarded as a special case of the universal characters. The entries of the determinant are given by the Jacobi polynomials. Degeneration to the rational solutions of P$_{\rm V}$ and P$_{\rm III}$ is discussed by applying the coalescence procedure. Relationship between Umemura polynomials associated with P$_{\rm VI}$ and our formula is also discussed. 
Tetsu Masuda