Childrens

UGLY BEAUTY

Lempen Puppet Theatre
Saturday 27th November 2010

In the Kingdom of Rumours there lives an unhappy Princess. But why is she so sad? And what in the world will make her happy? Only Melodius, the one legged musician, has the gift to unlock the truth behind the golden mask. Acting, puppets, shadows and music combine to create an imaginative and entertaining performance, from this international puppetry company.

CLICK HERE TO VISIT LEMPEN PUPPET'S WEBSITE

If you like music, masks and modern day myths you'll love Ugly Beauty
£4
Saturday 27th November: 2pm

FOREST OF FABLES

Idol Rich
Saturday 13th November 2010

Aesop's fables are brought to life and retold through puppetry and music in this imaginative performance. Loudmouth lion has a gnat in his ear, Spider swings from the branches of the forest and Fox runs nose to the ground in search of cheese. See your favourite stories
brought to life in this lively and inspiring new show.

CLICK HERE TO VISIT IDOL RICH'S WEBSITE

If you like puppets, parables and wild animals you'll love Forest of Fables
£4
Saturday 13th November: 2pm

HOW THE KOALA LEARNT TO HUG

The People's Theatre Company
Saturday 9th October 2010

A charming new musical about the magic of family and the importance of a nice warm hug. Written especially for parents to enjoy with their children, How the Koala Learnt to Hug features a host of wild characters, as well as stories, games and sing-a-long songs.

www.ptc.org.uk

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If you like wild animals, fun stories and lots of great big hugs you'll love How the Koala Learnt to Hug.
£5
Saturday 9th October: 2pm

STORIES AND FABLES

FOR KIDS WHO LIKE SITTING AT TABLES
A family show by PATRICK MONAHAN
Saturday 25th September 2010

Eastern storyteller for kids aged 5 to 105! An artful blend of comedy, storytelling and energetic dancing, that will leave both adults and children wanting more.

www.patrickmonahan.co.uk

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If you like magic carpets, funny costumes and adventurous stories you'll love Patrick Monahan
£4
Saturday 25th September 2pm (in the workshop)

THE SNOW QUEEN

Saturday 15th May 2010

A one-man musical adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson's classic fairytale. Little Kay is snatched away from his friends and loved ones and whisked off to a strange and unusual world. Determined to rescue him, Kay's friend Gerda sets out on a perilous journey through the seasons to track himdown and bring him back to the world he knows.

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If you like magic, fantasy and original songs you'll love the Snow Queen
£4
2pm

SPACE HOPPERS

Tell Tale Hearts
Wednesday 28th April 2010 - Thursday 29th April 2010

Jump into your space suit and float up to the stars on an inter-planetary adventure to a distant galaxy. With friendly astronauts as your guide, discover the wonders of outer space. Space Hoppers is an interactive promenade performance from 'a company with wit, invention and oodles of charm' (The Guardian).

CLICK HERE TO VISIT TELL TALE'S WEBSITE

If you like shooting stars, spaceships and exploring new galaxies you'll love Space Hoppers
£4
Wednesday 28th April: 10.30am & 1.30pm
Thursday 29th April: 10.30am & 1.30pm

OSHIMA and the BIG SEA

Angel Heart Theatre
Saturday 24th April 2010

Every morning Oshima goes fishing in his little boat. But he never catches any fish. One day Oshima sets out on a big adventure on the open sea. Full of imaginative design, live sound/music, and warmhearted humour, this lovingingly-made show is perfect for hearts, young and old.

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If you like sea creatures, kindness and dancing with turtles you'll love Oshima and the Big Sea
£4
2pm

Who's Been Sitting in My Chair

Freehand Theatre
Saturday 20th March 2010

A delightful and playful interpretation of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. A tale that’s not too big and not too small, but just right. When small bear gets lost, everyone has to go on a bear hunt! With original music, this play is for everyone who can count to three!

www.freehandtheatre.co.uk

If you like fairytales, humor and cuddly bears you’ll love Who’s Been Sitting in My Chair?
£4
2pm (Running time 50mins)

Potted Pirates

Potted Productions
Saturday 20th February 2010

A ‘plank-walking’ spectacular from CBBC presenters Dan and Jeff. Following the hilarious success of Potted Potter, the pair embark on an epic adventure on the high seas. Featuring tales of Long John Silver, stories about Bluebeard and a full-scale re-enactment of the Spanish Armada (with a little help from the audience), Potted Pirates is the perfect Saturday afternoon show for all ages.

‘Inventive, daft fun for all the family’ - The Guardian

www.pottedpirates.com

If you like talking parrots, buried treasure and timber-shivering tales of the high seas you’ll love Potted Pirates
£5/£3.50
3pm (Running time 65mins)

Terry Jones's Fairytales

Dynamic New Animation
Saturday 23rd January 2010

Terry Jones’s Fairytales is an exciting mix of puppets, storytelling and percussion, alongside DNA’s trademark blend of live performance and audience participation. Thurtinkle, a wise old gnome with a big nose, takes the audience on a journey around the World, with tales of indecision, environmentalism and greedy robbers.

www.dynamicnewanimation.co.uk

If you like percussion, puppetry and live performance you’ll love Terry Jones’s Fairytales
£4
2pm (Running time 55 mins)
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