FAMILY THEATRE GUIDE

The Atkinson Southport

Box Office: 01704 533333

Thursday 10th August

SARAH AND DUCK’S BIG TOP BIRTHDAY

Join Sarah and her best friend Duck as they plan the ultimate circus soiree to help Scarf Lady celebrate her birthday. With entertainment lined up from a whole host of your favourite friends, including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, the party is ready to go!

Crewe Lyceum

www.crewelyceum.co.uk

Tuesday 18th –

Wednesday 19th July

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Don’t miss this stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem… expect to be surprised!

Friday 4th August

MILKSHAKE!

Join Paddington, Daisy & Ollie, Milo, Noddy, Pip and Posy, Blue’s Clues & You! and of course Milkshake! Monkey for an unforgettable family time at Milkshake Monkey’s Musical!

Sunday 20th August

JURASSIC EARTH

This thrilling 75 minute, familyfriendly, funtastic experience features a Velociraptor, Spinosaurus, Triceratops, Brontosaurus, Carnotaurus, Europe’s LARGEST walking T Rex and the cutest Dinosaur Babies!

Thursday 31st August –

Friday 1st September

SARAH AND DUCK

Bursting with all the charm from the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show, Sarah and Duck’s enchanting world is brought to life by the team behind The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show and Twirlywoos Live.

We take great care to ensure this information is correct at the time of going to press. However, we would advise parents to phone and check details prior to making a long trip…or promise!

The Lowry

www.thelowry.com

Saturday 22nd July –

Monday 1st January 2024

JULIA AND AXEL –THIRTY YEARS OF FAVOURITE STORIES

A new free family-friendly exhibition celebrating the acclaimed partnership between Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, who have created some of the world’s best-loved, and best-selling children’s books.

Thursday 3rd –

Friday 4th August

Cirque The Greatest Show

An all-star cast performing the big, big numbers from your favourite shows are joined by mesmerising circus stars - making for an enchanting production that is charming and astonishing in equal measure.

Friday 4th August –

Sunday 3rd September ZOG

The smash-hit stage adaptation from Freckle Productions is back and promises to be bigger, brighter and more roar-some than ever before! With lively songs from Joe Stilgoe and directed by Emma Kilbey; Julia Donaldson, and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved Zog is a magical production for all ages.

31st August – 2nd September

HEY DUGGEE

Featuring Duggee, the Squirrels plus many more of your favourite characters!

The Palace Theatre Manchester

www.atgtickets.com/venues/ palace-theatre-manchester

Tuesday 11th-Sundy 30th July

Charlie And The Chocolate Factory

Escape to a world of pure imagination with Roald Dahl’s Charlie and The Chocolate Factory – The Musical.

Manchester Opera House

www.manchestertheatres.com

Monday 24th –

Wednesday 26th July

Winnie The Pooh

Disney’s iconic Winnie the Pooh, Christopher Robin and their best friends Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Roo, Rabbit, and Owl have come to life in a beautifully crafted musical stage adaptation.

Tuesday 1st –

Saturday 12th August

Shrek The Musical

Based on the Oscar winning DreamWorks film, the Broadway and West End smash hit Shrek the Musical is a fun filled and hilarious musical comedy with a cast of vibrant characters and a ‘shrektacular’ score.

Saturday 8th July –

Sunday 20th August

The Wind In The Willows

Visit Storyhouse outdoors this summer for a new and enchanting walkabout theatre production for little ones aged 5 and under. Grosvenor Park in the heart of Chester will be the beautiful setting for this magical woodland adventure. As you and your little ones move through the hidden corners of the park, you’ll be greeted by all of the beloved and iconic characters from this classic children’s story. Join Ratty, Mole, Badger and of course boisterous Mr. Toad in this fun and charming storytelling trail. The trail is all on foot and is fully accessible for wheelchairs and prams. Under 6 months go free.

The Met Bury

www.themet.org.uk

Thursday 20th July

Splash Test Dummies

With a brilliant array of catchyour-breath stunt work, dazzling acrobatics, dexterous juggling and side-splitting, slapstick comedy, the Dummies are ready to roll out their beach towels and spring into an exciting hour of circus-filled hilarity for the whole family.

Storyhouse Chester

www.storyhouse.com

Saturday 1st July –Sunday 27th August

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

Deep in the forest, four teenagers on a voyage of discovery happen upon a spellbinding world of colour and enchantment. For everyone aged 5 and over, one free under 12 ticket with every full price ticket!

Monday 24th –

Tuesday 25th July

BLIPPE: THE WONDERFUL WORLD TOUR

Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet!

Thursday 17th –Sunday 20th August

HEY DUGGEE: THE LIVE THEATRE SHOW

Everyone’s big lovable dog Duggee will be at Storyhouse this summer holiday! It’s going to be huge and will feature Duggee and the Squirrels plus many more of your favourite characters! WINNER! Best Family Show – Olivier Awards 2023

Saturday 21st –

Sunday 22nd October

THE SINGING

MERMAID

This classic story by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, adapted for the stage with enchanting puppets by Lyndie Wright and music & songs by Barb Jungr, is a perfect piece of theatre for 3 to 8 year-olds and their families.