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Exclusive Q&A with theatre director Sally Cookson
On 13/05/2013 in Days Out
Theatre director gives Junior her thoughts on stage adaptations and introducing children to the world of plays...
That very first experience of sinking into a plush seat and watching the velvet curtain rise is an exhilarating moment. But how, and at what age, do you introduce your child to the theatre?Junior caught up with leading theatre director Sally Cookson
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Family theatre for February half term
On 15/02/2013 in Days Out
Exciting events to entertain your child this half term
singing-all dancing production of JM Barrie’s ode to childhood, Peter Pan as it flies into Billingham Forum Theatre on February 20. For more details and dates, visit www.forumtheatrebillingham.co.ukAntelopes, zebras orang-utans and polar bears will all
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Winner Best Toy Design (3 - 5 years) 2012 - Play Shop & Theatre
On 20/05/2012 in Toy Awards
Imaginative playthings that inspire creativity and fun learning
There are endless possibilities for pretend play with the versatile double-sided play shop and theatre. You can accessorise it with toy groceries, cash register and hand puppets to put on a grand show.Play Shop & Theatre £120 by Great Little Trading
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Theatre shows inspired by books
On 04/01/2012 in Leisure
From the page to the stage... We round up a selection of top shows adapted from books
The Tiger Who Came to Tea UK tourUntil September 2 2012The classic tale of an unusual tea time visitor by Judith Kerr has been enjoyed for over four decades. Now children can also be thoroughly entertained by this theatrical version of The Tiger Who Came to Tea. Sophie and her mu...
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The best family shows touring in November
On 07/11/2012 in Days Out
From Rapunzel to Ratty - these theatre performances are perfect for children
Having been immortalised on the silver screen and welcomed into the salubrious sorority of official Disney Princesses, it would seem that Rapunzel is having a bit of a moment right now. Catch she of tumbling tresses as Tutti Frutti Theatre’s
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Now touring: The best family shows in your area
On 10/04/2012 in Days Out
See stars of the stage as they visit theatres across the country
their harmonious humour live in Little Howard’s Big Show. For more details, visit www.howardread.comTiddler And Other Terrific TalesMarch 24–August 27Because bedtime story sessions cannot squeeze in nearly enough of Julia Donaldson’s ingenious tales, Scamp Theatre
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Celebrate Shakespeare's birthday
On 15/04/2013 in Days Out
Mark the Bard's birthday with a day of family fun at the Globe Theatre, London
Celebrate the 449th anniversary of the Bard’s birth on 21st April, which is also the 397th anniversary of his death, at Shakespeare’s Globe theatre.Aimed at Families they are hosting ‘Shakespeare’s Birthday Open House’ from noon to 5pm. It has a
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Go potty for Harry with Potted Potter on stage
On 02/04/2013 in Days Out
Be wowed by wizardry as the sell-out world tour returns to London's Garrick Theatre
Potted Potter returns to London as part of a sell-out world tour, with a run at The Garrick Theatre from March 24 to April 21.This family friendly show takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a real-life game
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A Midsummer Night's Dream at Covent Garden
On 18/07/2011 in Leisure
Don't miss the Iris Theatre's beautifully spirited, outdoor performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream
A gaggle of spritely fairies, gentle lullaby music with more than a sprinkle of slapstick romance... and The St Paul's Actor's Church in Covent Garden; the perfect setting for a spirited performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream by the Iris Theatre
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Kids Week 2009
On 19/06/2009 in General
Visit a London theatre August 14–28 and children can see the show for free. Please note, the official booking lines open on Tuesday July 14, 2009
Children can see top West End shows for free as part of this year’s fabulous festival organised by the Society of London Theatre. During Kids Week, a child aged between 5 and 16 can go free when accompanied by an adult paying full price. You can
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