In preparation for Day of the Dead celebrations, join us to decorate your own Sugar Skull art to display at home.
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Using recycled materials, create your own bird feeder to help the birds this winter.
Book in advance at the library.
Get Lost and Found and The Roald Dahl Story Company presents
ROALD DAHL AND THE IMAGINATION SEEKERS
All around the world Roald Dahlʼs words are disappearing, not only from books but children’s minds too!
Now only a secret organisation known as the Ancient Guild of TaleTenders can save the stories – and they need your help…
Join Terry Tibblestick from the ancient guild of TaleTenders and his assistant Brenda Bogg. We learn all about what taletending involves and how to look after stories. TaleTenders have existed since the beginning of time and their one job is to remember and recall all the words of their storyteller-but maybe Terry hasn’t been as diligent as he could have been?
Follow Brenda’s journey as she reveals her discovery of the missing words, sparking danger that they are being eaten by the dreaded Wurblegobblers. Help her as she tries to convince Terry of the real and present danger the stories are in as she challenges him to see if he’s been protecting and preserving the stories, as she tries to restore the words to the books using imagination, play and a heart full of tenderness.
Especially made for ages 5 and up, the show develops both creative and literacy skills through performance, games, and creative play, while exploring Roald Dahl’s extraordinary stories, including The BFG and The Twits along the way
Tickets
All tickets £11.50 (price includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)
The Little Mermaid Film Screening (PG)
“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea.
Production Year: 2023
Cast: Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy
Winston Churchill is arguably one of the most famous Englishmen that has ever lived. His inspirational leadership helped win the Second World War, and his parliamentary career of 62 years ensured he was responsible for many momentous decisions.
They say that behind every great man, there is a great woman. Was this true in Churchill’s case? What of Clementine, his wife for 56 years? Did he bully her like he did so many other people? Was he as grumpy and irascible at home as he often was in the House of Commons? Given his strength and conviction, did Clem have any influence on him at all? Or was she ‘the little lady at home’?
All these questions will be answered, and many more, in Liz Grand’s superb, moving, sensitive and informative portrayal of Clementine Churchill. (Liz’s other current shows are ‘The Second Best Bed’ and ‘Where Is Mrs. Christie?’).
Winston himself said, “my most brilliant achievement was my ability to be able to persuade my wife to marry me.”
“This single actress show makes huge demands on Liz Grand who occupies the stage for two full acts on her own: it is a huge ‘tour de force’, a tremendous amount to learn and deliver, and she holds and absorbs our attention brilliantly.” – Behind the Arras
“Winston Churchill… it’s all been covered, hasn’t it? Well, no, actually. Enter writer Kit Hunter who has more than filled that yawning chasm in our knowledge. And place his words in the mouth of acclaimed actor Liz Grand, add the bold directional skills of Chris Jaeger, and what you have is a stage play that can have no equal.” – Showtime
Tickets
Full Price £16.50 | Concessions £15.00
(all prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)
There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly
The 50th Anniversary Production!
Written by Steven Lee
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly.
I don’t know why she swallowed a fly…
But The People’s Theatre Company do!
And now you can too as they bring the world’s best loved nonsense rhyme to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams’ best-selling book!
In this enchanting stage adaptation, aliens from a distant planet have crash-landed on earth and need our help to get home. But there’s a problem. Their rocket runs on stories, not fuel, and only the greatest story in the universe will be enough to save them!
With a captivating combination of live action, animation and puppetry, this magical re-telling of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly is sure to surprise and delight children and nostalgic adults in equal measure.
Now you can listen to the songs from the show, including If You’re Happy and You know It, Incy Wincy Spider and many more at www.ptc.org.uk and sing along when you visit the theatre!
A great introduction to the theatre with just the right balance of sitting listening and taking part ★★★★★ – Bristol Guide
Thoroughly entertaining and brilliant fun. ★★★★★ – Patricia Goodwin, What’s on Stage
A lovely take on the nursery rhyme with lots of interaction. A truly magical 60 minutes. ★★★★★ – Andrea Murphy
For ages 3-103!
Tickets
Full Price £13.50
Family Ticket £46 (prices includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)
The Greatest Magician: An Evening of Wonders
(‘Extraordinary’ – Daily Mirror) Following a completely sell out run in 2022 – James Phelan, the magician most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after correctly predicted the lottery presents with an all new show for 2023.
This dazzling, five star rated magic show will leave you aching with laughter and dizzy in disbelief.
Directed by the late Paul Daniels in his final theatrical project and Rated 5 stars across the board – you’ll see why The List magazine called this show ‘one to watch in the world of magic’.
★★★★★ One of the most endearing factors is seeing amazed faces young and old. This show has many moments like that – BBC Sounds
★★★★★ Leaves even the most seasoned magic go-ers flabbergasted – Fringe Magazine
★★★★★ Magic is in his bones. Disbelief, flabbergasted, stunned… Quick thinking humour rolls off his tongue’ – Henley Herald
This enigmatic and critically acclaimed, glance at the most engaging of art-forms transports you to a jaw-dropping world of light-hearted hilarity, wonderment, and mystery.
One night only – and a sure sell-out so don’t miss out!
James Phelan is The Greatest Magician.
Tickets
Full Price £26 / VIP tickets £37.50
VIP tickets include front row seats, a meet and greet with a close up magic show pre-show.
(Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)
Redbridge Drama and Dance College and Ian Brandon present
Sneak and Peek: Santa’s Undercover Agents at the Academy
An endearing and entertaining musical for children of all ages. It captures the magic of Santa’s world while showcasing the determination and heart of two young elves striving to become real undercover agents.
They learn essential spy skills like gift-wrapping without making a sound, navigating rooftops with grace, and singing a lot of christmas songs that everyone can sing along to! So, gather around, get ready to be entertained, and let the spirit of Sneak and Peek fill your hearts with joy and togetherness.
Welcome to our magical world, where the magic of Christmas comes to life, and the adventure never ends!
Get into the Halloween spirit this October and explore the spooky trail here at Hainault Forest! Adventure through and discover all kinds of creepy surprises.
For just £5 children will receive an engaging activity pack to work through on the trail as well as tasty sweets and a free kids hot chocolate back on arrival.
Our much-loved Victorian Christmas weekend is back!
Over the last weekend in November, come and join in the festivities at the Mansion. With the house beautifully dressed in traditional decorations, there will be plenty for the whole family to enjoy, including:
- Artisan craft stalls
- Victorian Christmas displays & characters in costume
- Carol singing and other live music & performances
- Children’s craft activities
- Artists’ Open Studios
- Raffles with great prizes up for grabs!
- Face painting for children
- and much more!
Saturday 25 November 12pm-6pm
Sunday 26 November 11am-7pm
FREE entry
Bring your family and friends – the more the merrier!