Theatre

Theatre Watch

Arlington Arts Centre

Mary Hare School, Newbury www.arlington-arts.com T: 01635 244246

Wednesday 23rd February OLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS

One winter, Oldilocks finds a teddy bear in the park and remembers a delicious bowl of porridge she tasted years ago in the woods. Something else happened but she can’t quite remember what… so she sets off for the forest. Will she find the bears’ house and what will happen then? For ages 3 to 7 years.

Corn Exchange Newbury

www.cornexchangenew.com Friday 25th – Sunday 27th February THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN

George wishes he wasn’t the scruffiest giant in town. So when he sees a new shop selling giantsized clothes, he decides it’s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes.

Saturday 5th March SPONTANEOUS POTTER KIDZ

The smash hit Spontaneous Potter Kidz is an entirely improvised wizarding comedy show, based on your suggestions! Hilarity ensues as wizarding sketches and entirely new Potter stories are magically improvised on the spot - with live musical accompaniment!

Sunday 6th March LONDON RHYMES

An eclectic, high energy musical experience for families with children aged 0 to 7 led by Rosie and a band of amazing live musicians.

Norden Farm Centre

Maidenhead www.norden.farm

Tuesday 22nd –Wednesday 23rd February THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKER

Elvis Schumacher, cobbler and craftsman, has worked all his life creating the most beautiful footwear. But now he’s hit hard times... Everyone’s buying boring shoes from the evil businessman, Bunyan Sole-less. Time is running out for Elvis. With one piece of leather left and Bunyan’s factory growing, can anyone help him?

Thursday 24th February THE HUG

A tale of hope, empathy and acceptance. Based on the heartwarming and funny book The Hug by Eoin McLaughlin and Polly Dunbar. Starring a Hedgehog and a Tortoise both in search of a restorative hug.

Saturday 26th February MORGAN AND WEST: UNBELIEVABLE SCIENCE

Morgan & West present captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family science extravaganza!

Reading Arts

www.whatsonreading.com Saturday 19th February THE DARK

Laszlo is afraid of the dark. The dark lives in the basement. It doesn’t visit Laszlo in his room. Until one night it does… Join Lazlo on his journey to meet the dark, and find out why it will never bother him again. The Dark is accessible for blind and visually impaired children through integrated audiodescription and touch tours.

Tuesday 22nd February SHLOMO’S BEATBOX ADVENTURE FOR KIDS

World record-breaking beatboxer SK Shlomo makes mad music with his mouth. Become one of this sonic superhero’s sidekicks in a world of funny sounds, brilliant noises and cool music, whether you’re aged 1 or 101!

Saturday 26th February ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA-NOISY KIDS

This out-of-this-world concert for the whole family is packed full of music inspired by space, from thrilling classics to film music favourites. Back in Reading by popular demand, Noisy Kids concerts are fun and accessible, designed for families to discover their new, favourite orchestral music.

South Hill Park Bracknell

www.southhillpark.org.uk Wednesday 16th February MATILDA THE MUSICAL JR

This story of Matilda, a girl with magical powers who dreams of a better life, and the children she inspires will have audiences cheering for the “revolting children” who plan to teach the grownups a lesson. A Broadway Junior adaptation of the Tony Awardwinning hit Matilda The Musical.

Sunday 27th February TWIRLYWOOS LIVE

Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends as they discover the wonderful world around us! Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as they set sail in their big red boat.

The Watermill Theatre

Bagnor, Newbury Box office: 01635 46044 www.watermill.org.uk Thursday 31st March – Saturday 2nd April THE GIRL OF INK AND STARS

A gripping tale of adventure, myth, and finding the way home. Performed by The Watermill Youth Ensemble.

Theatre Royal Windsor

Box Office: 01753 853 888 theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk Saturday 12th March ALICE IN WONDERLAND FAMILY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE

Let’s All Dance returns with this fabulous family favourite. Stunning dancing, much loved characters and superb music brings the famous tale to life in this magical ballet production.