Primary Times in Hereford & Worcester - OCTOBER 2022

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Primary Times is independently published and distributed free through Infant and Junior Schools throughout Hereford & Worcester. It is also available by subscription at £50 per year. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is not our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with Primary Times or the relevant contributor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2,672,883 copies per issue throughout the counties of: Avon, Bedfordshire & Luton, Berkshire, Birmingham & Black Country, Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes, Cambridgeshire, Cardiff & The Vale, South West Wales, Newport & Monmouthshire, Cheshire & The Wirral, Cornwall, Cumbria, Derbyshire, Devon, Dorset, Edinburgh & The Lothians, Fife, Tayside & Central Scotland, Glasgow & West of Scotland, Essex (North & Mid, South & West), Gloucestershire, Greater Manchester, Hampshire, Hereford & Worcester, Hertfordshire, Ireland (Dublin, Leinster, South and West), Kent (East, North & West), Lancashire, Leicestershire & Rutland, Lincolnshire, London (East, North, South East, South West, South, West), Merseyside, Newcastle, Gateshead and Northumberland, Newport & Monmouthshire, Norfolk, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Plymouth, Somerset, Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent, Sunderland & Durham, Surrey,

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new school year and successful GCSE and A level examination results, Holy Trinity’s broad curriculum and value of the world of academia, creative arts and PE, ensures skills and attributes developed in these subjects supports students to become accomplished individuals.

A through school under one roof, teaching across both primary and secondary offers an effective transition from Year 6 to Year 7 and an onsite swimming pool means all

Primary students receive specialist teaching from senior staff in PE, Music, French and Art, as well as some subject specialism within each year group in KS2. Sixth Form students benefit from small tuition groups, with opportunities to develop leadership skills within the main school and individual support with UCAS applications.

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How Kinaesthetic Learners Can Benefit from EDUCATIONAL EXCURSIONS

Did you know that every person has a specific learning style that helps them retain new information better? There are three main types of learning style categories that most people fall under – Auditory, Visual and Kinaesthetic.

If you’re a kinaesthetic learner, it means that while you can gain knowledge by listening to or reading instructions, you make your deepest learning connections by doing. Many learners of this type feel like they’re getting a better learning experience when they are able to be tactile with learning materials and use trial and error to test things out.

It’s also likely that as a kinaesthetic learner you’ll excel at sports, get restless when you haven’t been active in a while, and hugely enjoy opportunities to go on excursions and day trips to fun, interesting places.

Educational excursions are therefore a brilliant way to bring multi-sensory learning to kids who have a preference for learning in this way.

Top Types of Educational Excursions for Maximum Learning:

Museums – Being able to walk around and navigate museum displays and artefacts will leave a much bigger impression on most children than just being told about them. Even better, when displays allow children to touch or be interactive with the exhibit, they’ll learn something new that they won’t easily forget.

Historical Sites – When Heritage Trusts recreate historic villages or Castle Grounds, it’s super exciting for kids to get involved with and feel like they’re living out a day in the life of someone from History! They won’t even realise they’re learning as they just have tons of fun role playing.

Zoo’s, Aquariums and Nature Reserves – You can learn a lot about wildlife from books, but why not go and be amongst it? For a

kinaesthetic learner, watching a zoo keeper’s demonstration, touching the fish in the Aquarium touch pool, or pond dipping at your local Nature Reserve will have their neurons firing as they get hands-on with

A study by VARK suggested that 87.1% of people have some level of preference for kinaesthetic learning, and that goes for all ages and genders – VARK www.vark-learn.com/research-statistics

Teachers Tip: You can cater for kinaesthetic learners in your classroom by integrating movement into educational games. Using the space in the classroom to get students to answer questions will make the activity more memorable and help the information imprint in their minds better. For example, the first person to stand up gets to answer the quiz question, or each corner of the room represents a different multiple-choice answer and students must stand where they think is correct!

PAINT-YOUR-OWN-POTTERY,

SPOOKTACULAR HALLOWEEN FUN

Museum of Royal Worcester, Severn St, Worcester WR1 2ND. Your little witches and wizards can choose from a wide range of ceramic shapes, including pumpkin mugs, witches cauldrons, bat-winged cups, plates, figurines and even water bowls for your pet dragons. You’ll be surrounded by inspiration in our Ceramic Studio, plus our wicked staff are on hand to help. Explore the Museum’s fun interactives and Family Explorer trails with backpack, before or after painting. Visit www.museumofroyalworcester.org/pyop or call 01905 21247

08 OCTOBER

FAMILY CREATIVE WORKSHOPS

Museum of Royal Worcester, Severn St, Worcester WR1 2ND. 10.3am-12.30pm.

Learn to paint on porcelain with glowing ceramic colours, or model different flower shapes and colour them to decorate a greeting card. These friendly, fun and relaxed workshops, led by former Royal Worcester workers are designed for adults and children 6yrs+ to enjoy together. No experience needed. Materials and refreshments included. www. museumofroyalworcester.org/whats-on 01905 21247

08 - 30 OCTOBER

PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

Churchfields Farm, Salwarpe, Droitwich WR9 0AF. This year our all-inclusive Pumpkin festival includes: A standard size PYO Pumpkin per paid child & entry to our pumpkin carving barn (upgrades and additional pumpkins will be available) Scary Fairy Trail leading you over the troll bridge & into our spooky woodland, all themed with Halloween clues so be sure to crack the code Entry into our Ghostly Maize

Maze Go-Kart Track Pedal Tractors Giant Sand Pit Air Bouncers (weather dependent). Meet our animals in their new paddocks Plenty of photo opportunities throughout your visit so be sure to dress the part – we love FANCY DRESS! All you need to do it book your Pumpkin festival pass online and select your arrival time. Monster and Mega Monster Pumpkins will be available with an upgrade charge on the day. Churchfields ice cream, hot & cold food & drinks will be available to purchase at The Old Barn Cafe.

11 OCTOBER

MONTHLY SEWCIAL - PUMPKIN OR TRICK OR TREAT BAG

Chataways Tea Room & Shop, 33/34 The Barnyard, The Barns Rural Business Park, Hewell Lane, Bromsgrove, October’s Monthly Sewcial will see some spooky goings on! Come and join us and sew yourself a pumpkin or trick or treat bag. A cuppa is included in the price or you could sample one of Natalie’s Freak Shakes. Booking essential, stating choice of ‘make’. £15 per person.

15 OCTOBER

TRAINMASTER EVESHAM

Norton & Lenchwick Village Hall, Evesham. All ages are welcome to come and play at this interactive train-themed event! www.gloucestershire.trainmaster.co.uk

22 OCTOBER

AUTUMN MARKET

The Fold, Bransford. 35+ Stalls selling food, clothes, jewellery, dog toys and treats, artwork, craft, homewares and more. Great for the entire family 2-5pm £3.00 (free entry for under 5’s) Nature based seasonal crafts and activities for the family to get involved in Interactive entertainment and Live Musical Performances Free Parking Dogs Welcome Farm Shop, Cafe, Studios

and Nature Trail will also be open. Tickets can be purchased online or on the door

23 OCTOBER

TWO CAN DO ARTISAN MARKET

Crown Lane, Hallow Worcester, WR2 6PP.

Access to the parish hall by the road by the side of the Pub The Crown Inn Hallow. Two Can Do Markets are Run by two Textiles designer makers. The markets will be held at Hallow Parish Hall in Worcester. These Artisan Markets are from 11:00am til 3:00pm. The Markets will offer a wide variety of gifts, foods, drinks, designer products and jewellery. A lovely family day out. Free.

HALLOWEEN SHOWING OF HOCUS POCUS

ON WORCESTER OUTDOOR CINEMA

Worcester Racecourse Grand Stand Road, Worcester. A spooky showing of Hocus Pocus for this Halloween Outdoor Cinema Screening. Join us for this Halloween Cinema showing of Hocus Pocus A socially distanced, covid safe outdoor cinema screening of hocus pocus where we have 2 screenings on this day, An early screening where timings are Event open 5pm Film starts 6pm Film Ends 7:30pm. Then a LATE screening where timings are Event opens 8pm Film starts 9pm Film ends 10:30pm There will also be catering unit onsite that will serve the hot drinks, you can of course bring your own snacks! Limited tickets available so make sure to book yours today! Tickets are £34 for a family ticket (2 adults, 2 kids) £14 for an adult - £9 per child

TRAINMASTER DROITWICH Salwarpe Village Hall, Droitwich. All ages are welcome at our interactive trainthemed play events! www.gloucestershire. trainmaster.co.uk to book

24 – 28 OCTOBER

DIGLIS PLAYING FIELDS- FREE HALF TERM MULTI SPORTS ACTIVITIES Ronkswood Community Centre - FREE Half Term Multi Sports Activities. Cripplegate Park Tennis Courts- FREE Half Term Multi Sports Activities. Dines Green- FREE Half Term Multi Sports Activities. Nunnery Wood Sports Complex - FREE Half Term Multi Sports Activities. Countryside Centre - FREE Half Term Multi Sports Activities. FREE multi-sports activities including cricket, football, tennis and much more! Fun for all children and young people aged 3-18 years old. Limited spaces are available for each session; advanced booking is advised. For children aged 8 or older, parents aren’t required to remain at the session, as long as the parent or carer registration section is completed in full. There is a spectator area from where a parent or carer can

watch their child participate. Various times see www.worcestercommunitytrust.org.uk

24 - 29 OCTOBER

HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN CARVING

Webbs of Wychbold, Worcester Road, Wychbold, WR9 0DG. The perfect Halloween half term fun... Bring your little ones along for a fun session of pumpkin carving. This is great for kids of all ages to get creative but most of all have fun. You could even come dressed in your Halloween fancy dress to make the occasion even more exciting! Time: 10am-4pm Price: £6.50 per child

28 OCTOBER

HALLOWEEN OUTDOOR ECO PLAY

Greenfield Gardens, Greenfield Avenue, Stourbridge. Eco messy and nature play pop up at greenfield gardens for Halloween. Come and join us for another Wild Earth Movement pop up at Greenfield Gardens in October half term. We’ll be setting up our eco nature station with loads of fun messy play. We’ll be mixing halloween potions, tinkering with pumpkins, creating spooky natural art and lots more. Please dress ready to get a little messy and suitable for the outdoors. We’ll have gazebos in case of rain. Feel free to come dressed up for Halloween too. This event will take place outdoors in the gardens. Minimum age 3 years and suitable for all ages upwards. Please advise of any allergies or medical conditions when booking by emailing contact@ wildearthmovement.com. £7 per child. Adults are free. Pre-booking only please. You can find us on socials @wildearthmovement

CARTOON CIRCUS LIVE

All the fun of the circus comes to the Palace Theatre in Redditch when the laughterpacked stage show ‘Cartoon Circus Live’ combines the comedy of pantomime with the thrill of the circus. The one hour family show features some of Britain’s funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, magic, illusions, the amazing girl in the spinning bottle, a huge giant dancing bear, high flying diabolos, cartoon characters, plate spinning, an acrobatic human slinky, puppets, prizes and surprises. There is even a performing piranha.

29 OCTOBER

HALLOWEEN PARTY

Lickhill Colts Football Club & Mini Kickers

Stourport. Open to all Club members with food and disco. Fancy dress prize for best fancy dressed. Tickets Available from club house.

SPOOKY SANCTUARY

The Farm Animal Sanctuary, Evesham. Come and join us for a day of spooky Halloween fun at the sanctuary! Dress yourselves up and join us for a spooky day at the sanctuary, with plenty of fun for all the family and lots of treats on offer!

Including our Farm Animal Sanctuary ghost trail, pumpkin painting, loads of games and opportunities to win treats, and of course extra special prizes for the best dressed! A great family day out! Prices:

Adults – £5, Children under 14 – £7.50 Please remember, we are a farm so wear outdoor footwear! We will have tea and coffee available throughout the event.

HALLOWEEN OUTDOOR CINEMA OF HOCUS POCUS IN HEREFORD.

We are just testing the water to see if you would like an Halloween screening of Hocus Pocus this year, we haven’t been to Hereford for 2 years for our Halloween schedule. All you have to do is share and show your interest in this event and we WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN. www.cinemaoutdoor.co.uk/ hereford-outdoor-cinema

30 OCTOBER

KIDS HALLOWEEN PARTY 2022

Cheswick Green, Redditch. Bring your little witches, goblins and zombies (ages 4-9) to the village hall for the disco, food and some spooky games. Tickets @ £5 per child including disco, halloween games, squash and a snack. Tea, coffee and other items available to purchase from our spooky shop.

Trick or Treating will take place on Halloween the following day as traditional. If you are intending to take part please display a pumpkin clearly on your property the night of 31st October. All children attending will need to be accompanied by an adult.

01 NOV – 31 DECEMBER

PAINT-YOUR-OWN-POTTERY WINTER FUN

Museum of Royal Worcester, Severn St, Worcester WR1 2ND. Choose from a range of shapes to paint in a 90-minute session in an inspiring setting. The Museum will glaze and fire them for you. Hedgehogs, foxes, llama and unicorn mugs, money boxes and Christmas decorations are popular choices. Explore the Museum’s fun interactives and Family Explorer trails with backpack, before or after painting. Visit www.museumofroyalworcester.org/pyop or call 01905 21247.

04 & 05 NOVEMBER

ARIANA GRANDE: HARIANA

Hariana is the UK’s Biggest Ariana Grande Tribute Artist. Hariana “Hannah” is a professional singer, dancer, actress and model. After attending Italia Conti College in London, her passion for Ari’s tribute show has pushed her to perform at SKY SPORTS events, Birmingham arena, Celebrity party’s, Festivals and Birthday Party’s. Hariana brings you the very best of Ariana Granda providing you a feel good event, spreading you the love of her music.Expect the Hits: Break Free, Rain on Me, bang bang, dangerous woman, side to side, problem, one last time and many more! Early Bird £5 Advance £7. skiddle.com/e/36083363

12 NOVEMBER

FAMILY CREATIVE WORKSHOPS

Museum of Royal Worcester, Severn St, Worcester WR1 2ND. 10.3am-12.30pm. Learn to paint on porcelain with glowing ceramic colours, or model different flower shapes and colour them to decorate a greeting card. These friendly, fun and relaxed workshops, led by former Royal Worcester workers are designed for adults and children 6yrs+ to enjoy together. No experience needed. Materials and refreshments included. www.museumofroyalworcester.org/whats-on 01905 21247

15 NOVEMBER

WILD FOREST TOTS

Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum. Open to all, woodland sessions for children under 5 and their carers to spend time each week in nature. Sessions run weekly on Tuesdays in term time, booking blocks of 4 weeks. You are booking for Block 3: 15th, 22nd, 29th November & 6th December. Sessions are tailored to children aged between 18 months to 5 years, to attend with a parent or carer. Join us for adventures in the woods! Whatever the weather we look forward to exploring wildlife and nature with you. Weekly nature crafts, woodland games, free play, exploration and adventures.

18 NOVEMBER

STEAM IN LIGHTS

Experience Steam in Lights! The dazzling illuminated train ride, taking you on a journey where lights come to life. An immersive night time experience, Steam in Lights turns the Severn Valley into a

colourful light trail, for all the family to enjoy. The experience starts with the grand entrance of the dazzling steam train into Bridgnorth Station where your voyage awaits. Book your private compartment or reserved table for the 90-minute experience of light and sound, surrounding you in colour and music. After enjoying the displays on the way to Hampton Loade, we up the tempo on the return journey to get you in the festive spirit. Three departures each evening – 5.00pm, 6.45pm and 8.30pm! www.svr.co.uk

26 NOV - 17 DECEMBER

SANTA TRAINS

Let the festive magic begin! It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Santa is coming to the Severn Valley Railway – plus, mischievous elves Jingle and Jangle are joining him for more festive fun! Meet a pair of Christmas characters at our beautifully decorated station at Kidderminster, then travel by vintage steam train in reserved seats to Arley and see your favourite characters in an all-new pantomime. After being entertained by Jingle, Jangle and friends, you’ll re-board the train where a present for each child awaits. Suitable for all ages. Your ticket includes: Steam train ride in your reserved compartment / table from Kidderminster to Arley and return Access to our all-new pantomime, featuring Santa, elves Jingle & Jangle and NEW character. Sweet treat for all passengers. Travel mug and hot drink for adults, cold drink for children Premium gift for every child Festive activity book for all children. www.svr.co.uk

Spooktacular fun at the Museum this half term

You’ll be surrounded by inspiration in our Ceramic Studio, plus our wicked staff are on hand to help. Book a table for up to six people, then relax as you’ll have an hour and half to try out your artistic skills.

If you have time, you can also explore the Museum before or after your Paint-Your-OwnPottery session. Discover our collections, plus we have plenty of fun activities for children including our themed Family Explorer backpacks and trails.

We are close to car parks, including blue badge, local café Good Roots and minutes from Worcester Cathedral, riverside walks and cycling. The City Centre High Street is full of independent shops, so you really can make a day of it.

We look forward to welcoming you and your little devils to the Museum of Royal Worcester.

There is lots of devilish fun to be had at The Museum of Royal Worcester’s Paint

including pumpkin mugs, witches cauldrons, egg cups, bowls, plates, figurines and even water bowls for your pet dragons.

Find out more: www.museumofroyalworcester.org/ whats-on/paint-your-own-pottery/

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26 October

TOYBOX! – HALF-TERM FAMILY CONCERT

A half-term interactive family concert celebrating all things toys, hosted by Alasdair Malloy. Guaranteed fun for all the family; young or old. Take part in Alasdair’s Tuneful Toybox Quiz. Trained as a percussionist at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, Alasdair Malloy has been Principal Percussion with the BBC Concert Orchestra for over twenty years.

28 October

THE THREE BILLY PIGS

Once upon a time there were three little pigs....and now it is time for them to leave home. They set off to build their dream houses in the green field on the other side of the river. But then these homes are put to the test by a misunderstood wolf who has a little bit of a problem. And who is the grumpy person who lives under the bridge? The Three Billy Pigs is the new show from Noisy Oyster for children of 3 years and over. The show blends two classic fairy tales The Three Little Pigs and The Three Billy Goats Gruff with beautifully crafted puppets, light hearted story telling, live music and a little bit of eco-awareness in a pig stylie.

11 - 12 November

LAURA GALE – DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID JR

Laura Gale Drama’s fabulous cast return to our stage and transport you to a magical kingdom fathoms below in Disney’s classic

The Little Mermaid Jr. A show packed with wonderful songs, magnificent dance numbers and a heart warming story that is sure to uplift us all! Suitable for all ages.

from £16

25 November - 7 January 2023

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Be our guest at Hereford’s biggest family pantomime… The Courtyard is back with a BEAST of a show! The stage is set for magic and monstrous fun, as this famous fairy tale is brought to life. After Beauty finds herself imprisoned by a mysterious beast in an enchanted castle, there is little hope that our heroine will ever be reunited with her devoted father. But unbeknown to her, the beast is secretly a handsome prince under an evil curse. Only by changing his selfish ways and finding true love can he ever hope to break the spell. Will the Beast learn his lesson before the last rose petal falls? Will Beauty ever get back home? There’s only one way to find out! Packed with colourful characters, glittering costumes, magnificent musical numbers and plenty of panto humour, Beauty and the Beast is the traditional

TOYBOX! AT THE COURTYARD 26th October

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26 November

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TOUCAN THEATRE: THE NAUGHTY FOX

The Naughty Fox Produced by Toucan Theatre. Supported by Arts Council England and Stage One. Snuggle up in a magical den with comfy creatures – Honk, Splash and TaWit TaWoo – as they teach The Naughty Fox a very important lesson: it’s better to share. Set in the magical forest, Fox goes on an adventure to learn from the Aurora that sharing is caring. Feel your way through the immersive, multisensory journey of friendship and play for little ones and their grown-ups. Fully accessible and relaxed. £7.50

3 - 31 December

SNOW WHITE

“Mirror Mirror on the wall… who is the fairest of them all…?” Find out in this enchanting retelling of the classic fairy tale as Snow White discovers that with friendship and a song in your heart, you can overcome all obstacles. Written by Nick Lane and Directed by David Durant, the beloved story of Snow White is brought to life with a few fun twists, full of creative storytelling, original songs, interactive puppetry and lots of humour! So join us for another enchanting Family Christmas show and get to know Snow

White in this reworking of a classic story, created especially for little ones. A magical and accessible Christmas show full of family fun, perfect for children aged 7 & under and their grown ups. Tickets from £9

4 December CHRISTMAS FAMILY RAVE

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and what better way to get into the Christmas spirit than with our festive family rave! Full of bubbles, balloons and all of your favourite tunes, crimbo classics included – bring your crew and dance your way into the festive season. Dressing up is encouraged from everyone! Suitable for all ages, ear defenders for tiny people are recommended. Remember the family that raves together, stays together! £6

Malvern Theatre

22 October

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF HARRY POTTER MAGIC WITH JONNY DUDDLE

– GREAT MALVERN FESTIVAL OF STORIES FOR CHILDREN

Meet the illustrator (John Duddle) of the silver anniversary edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Find out how

he creates the unique Harry Potter covers and watch him bring your favourite Harry Potter characters to life. Don’t forget your pencil to draw along with Jonny! 12.15pm1:15pm. Suitable for: Age 7+. Adults: £6.72, Children: £3.36

SEEDHEART BY INDIGO MOON THEATRE – GREAT MALVERN FESTIVAL OF STORIES FOR CHILDREN

A small puppet show about big things for all ages. Meet Grey. Our journey begins as Grey finds them-self trapped inside a jar. They try to remember how they got there and how they could be free… Indigo Moon Theatre’s latest show tells the important tale of human impact on the environment and questions what we can do to restore our once green planet, with interactive chaos in the laboratory along the way! Watch as our story unfolds (literally) from a single suitcase and follow Grey’s journey to a better future with magical pop-ups, puppetry and interactive scenes. 11:45am – 12:30pm 1:15pm – 2pm Adults: £6.72, Children: £3.36

SHERLOCK BONES PUZZLE ADVENTURE WITH TIM COLLINS

– GREAT MALVERN FESTIVAL OF STORIES FOR CHILDREN Sherlock Bones, the world’s greatest dog detective, and Dr Catson are BACK for another adventure! And author Tim Collins is here to lead you in a Detective Workshop so you can start sniffing out suspects and find the culprit! While visiting the tombs of the ancient feline kings in Egypt, the duo discover that a precious mask has been stolen… the start of a new, thrilling adventure. A fiction series that features over 30 puzzles woven into the action, brought to life by master puzzler, Tim. 12:30pm-1:30pm Suitable for: Ages 7-10. Adults: £6.72, Children: £3.36

23 October

EDWARD LEAR’S DREAM BY SEA LEGS PUPPET THEATRE – GREAT MALVERN FESTIVAL OF STORIES FOR CHILDREN

In Sea Legs Puppet Theatre’s 21st anniversary production Edward falls asleep at his desk whilst writing his Book of Nonsense. As he dreams, he journeys through magical lands meeting a host of fantastical creatures along the way… Meet celebrated Lear characters; the Quangle Wangle, the Jumblies and the legendary Owl and the Pussycat in the greatest literary love story since the Dish ran away with the Spoon. Told with a cast of fabulous puppets, an innovative stage set and a brilliant new musical soundtrack featuring six new songs to Lear’s famous poems and limericks. 2:15pm-3pm Suitable for all ages. Adults: £6.72, Children: £3.36

2 - 3 November

PEPPA PIG’S BEST DAY EVER

Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a special day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig – it’s going to be her best day ever! Get ready for a road-trip full

of fun adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles – there is something for all of the family and their friends to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Mr Bull, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and more! Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig live show packed full of songs, games and laughter, it really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans! Running Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including interval) www.peppapiglive. com. Price: £24.64 (Premium), £21.28 & £19.04 Family of 4: £76.16 (£21.28 tickets only)

8 December – 1 January 2023

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

A sparkling fairy tale pantomime for 2022-23, starring Melanie Walters (Gavin and Stacey) as Fairy Bon Bon, Malvern’s Favourite Funny Man Mark James as Louis La Plonk, Olivia Birchenough from Channel 5’s Milkshake! as Belle and Leon Craig as Polly La Plonk. Join Belle, The Beast, Fairy Bon Bon, larger than life Polly La Plonk and her cheeky chappy son Louis La Plonk as they are transported to a cursed castle, under the spell of an evil enchantress. Can the wicked Hugo be defeated, can Belle see beyond the Beast and fall in love with her captor, will the Beasts heart be melted by Belles beauty? With an unmissable transformation moment, slide splitting comedy, stunning sets and costumes, and an award winning script (Best Script – Great British Pantomime Awards 2019), join us for a must see, magnificent adventure. Tickets from £15.12.

14 – 17 December

THE COACH HOUSE THEATRE AND DRAMA STUDIO LONDON PRESENT NUTCRACKER

A treat for the youngest ones. Dress up as the Sugar Plum Fairy, King Rat or the heroic Nutcracker. £10 (Including 12% booking fee)

14 – 17 December

THE COACH HOUSE THEATRE AND DRAMA STUDIO LONDON PRESENT ALADDIN

A fun-packed pantomime adventure for all the family. £10 (Including 12% booking fee)

20 – 30 December

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

On a snowy Christmas Eve, the meanspirited Ebeneezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his business partner Jacob Marley, who is weighed down by the accumulated chains of a lifetime of greed. Marley tells Scrooge he will be visited by three further spirits, each of whom will offer Scrooge an unsettling vision of himself, as well as an opportunity to change his ways … before it’s too late. Dickens’s most famous short story sold out in five days following its publication in 1843. It has never been out of print since and has been the subject of many film, stage and television adaptations. As succinct as it is timeless, Dickens’s portrait

of the meaning of Christmas remains

one of enduring resonance. A Seasonal treat for all the family, A Christmas Carol is adapted by Nic Lloyd, who also directs this inaugural production by the Malvern Theatres Stage Company. £16.80

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19 – 29 January 2023

SNOW WHITE

Especially written for LADS by Richard McIlwaine. “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of us all?” asks Serpentina, the wicked queen. Well, the mirror says it’s not the queen or her horrible daughters, Violet and Nastutia, so who could it be? Come and see this brand new version of Snow White, written especially for LADS, to see if good really can triumph over evil and if Snow White really will live happily ever after. Performance dates and times will be: Thursday to Saturday 19th to 21st and 26th to 28th January at 7:30pm. Matinées Saturday and Sunday 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th January at 2:30pm. There will be no evening performances on Sundays 22nd and 29th January. Standard: £11, Child: £6, Family: £37

Norbury Theatre www.norburytheatre.co.uk 12 November

DISNEY’S ALADDIN JR

Disney’s Aladdin JR. is based on the 1992 Academy-Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway and West End show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within. The story you know, and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open “A Whole New World” for our young performers as well as you, our audience. Tickets from £8

19 November

A short pantomime-style play produced by adults for children. Title to be confirmed. £2

13 – 28 January

CINDERELLA

Times are tough for the Hardup family, they have had to sell off the grounds of Hardup Hall as a theme park. Just when Cinderella and the family’s faithful servant Buttons (Cinderella’s greatest admirer) thought things could not get any worse her father the Baron arrives home with a new bride and her daughters, the horrendous Ugly Sisters. It is not long before the Broker’s Men are knocking on the door chasing more debts. A meeting in the forest with a handsome young man,

secretly overheard by a stranger, brings love for Cinderella but when her step sisters make sure she does not receive an invitation to Prince Charming’s ball it seems she may never see him again. Thanks to the Fairy Godmother she does attend but takes off as midnight strikes leaving the Prince distraught. This sets in motion a kingdom wide search by the Prince when the happy pair are reunited and, of course, live happily ever after.

Tickets from £14

Number 8

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22 October

MORGAN & WEST: UNBELIEVABLE SCIENCE

Science and silliness abound for ages seven to 107! Morgan & West present captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family science extravaganza! Magicians, time travellers and all-round spiffing chaps Morgan & West have a secret past – they are genuine, bona fide, legitimately qualified scientists, and now are bring their love of enlightenment to the stage! Expect explosive thrills, chemical spills and a risk assessment that gives their stage manager chills, all backed up by the daring duo’s trademark wit, charm and detailed knowledge of the scientific method. Leave your lab coats at the door it’s time for Unbelievable Science! Tickets: £13, 16 & under £10

Palace Theatre

www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk

20 October

NUTCRACKER - CROWN BALLET

Crown Ballet comes to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker. Crown Ballet comes to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker. After a very long break we are proud to present to you the UK Premier of this ballet company from Moldova. The Nutcracker - a charming and kindly fairy tale is one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky’s repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise. The original Christmas story is based on The Nutcracker and the Mouse King written by E.T.A. Hoffmann. It tells the story of Marie, a sad little girl, whose godfather, Drosselmeier, gives her a Nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve. In her lively imagination it turns into a prince and the magic starts… The ballet is the ultimate fairy-tale where goodness and beauty triumph. This eternal seasonal favourite will be an unforgettable journey in the run-up to Christmas and an ideal introduction to audiences of any age to the magic that is classical ballet. A wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family! £25.00 £23.00 (concs)

as night watchmen. But things don’t go according to plan when they disturb the ‘Ancient Custard Pie’ and release the ‘Phantom of Slapstick’. They quickly realize they are not alone when the museum comes to life at the stroke of midnight and chaos breaks out! Starring CBBC’s newest comedy stars DANNY & MICK recently nominated for the TV Comedy Awards “Best New Sitcom”, A Fright in the Museum is coming to Swan Theatre. This years show is packed full of hilarious comedy routines, magic, mayhem, slapstick and specialty acts, making it a laugh out aloud show not to be missed for the whole family! 2:00 pm £19.50 - 15.50

- £58 (Family Ticket)

1 – 2 November

THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW

DON’T MISS THIS!

27 October

GIRLZ WORLD

Join the Girlz World for a non-stop DIVA extravaganza celebrating some of todays sensational pop stars... Join the Girlz World for a non-stop DIVA extravaganza celebrating some of todays sensational pop stars: Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Pink, Taylor Swift, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, Katy Perry and not forgetting the amazing Little Mix. Three fantastic singers, along with their talented dancers take you on a modern-day musical journey not to be missed. So come on all you little divas, grab your hairbrush, and your friends and family of course, and come and join the fun! Suitable for all ages, this show has something for everyone. So don’t miss this ultimate tribute show and a fantastic night out for all! Full Price: £18.50 Child (under 16): £17.00

28 October

CARTOON CIRCUS LIVE

All the fun of the circus comes to the Palace Theatre in Redditch when the laughter-packed stage show ‘Cartoon Circus Live’ combines the comedy of pantomime with the thrill of the circus. The one hour family show features some of Britain’s funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, magic, illusions, the amazing girl in the spinning bottle, a huge giant dancing bear, high flying diabolos, cartoon characters, plate spinning, an acrobatic human slinky, puppets, prizes and surprises. There is even a performing piranha. Full Price: £13.50 Child/OAP: £10.50 Family: £44.00

10 - 31 December

BEAUTY & THE BEAST PANTO

Don’t miss Beauty and the Beast which promises to be the most stunning and enchanting of productions packed with magic and fun for all the family over the festive season! Spellbinding adventure

Wonderland. Join Alice and your favourite characters, including the White Rabbit, Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts in this family pantomime from Kays. Use your imagination to experience Wonderland tea parties and delight in the Bake-Off tent. Can you help Alice find her way home? £13.50

Regal Tenbury www.regaltenbury.co.uk

27-29 October

THE RAILWAY CHILDREN - LIVE ON STAGE - THE REGAL IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE REGAL COMMUNITY THEATRE

awaits when the beautiful Belle is imprisoned in an enchanted castle with a hideous beast. Can Belle see beyond the monster and fall in love with her jailer before the last petal falls from the enchanted rose? Or will the Beast’s arrogance and selfishness cost him the world he once knew and the hand of the girl who has stolen his heart. As time passes and the rose petals begin to fall the Beast becomes convinced that Beauty will never see beyond his monstrous features to the man behind the mask. Will true love prevail? Meanwhile the boorish Gaston, a local huntsman, who has set his sights on marrying Beauty whether she wants to or not, decides to rescue her from the Beast’s Castle and force her to be his wife. With plenty of audience participation and loads of laughter, combined with spectacular sets, beautiful costumes and magical special effects, Beauty and the Beast serves up a traditional family pantomime that will make your Christmas complete! It would be ‘BEASTLY’ to miss out, so get your tickets now to this most beloved family tale! This enchanting pantomime based on the children’s classic tale, will delight audiences of all ages. Brought to you by Paul Holman Associates producers of last year’s smash hit Jack and the Beanstalk, Beauty and the Beast has everything you have come to expect from a Palace pantomime. Stunning sets, spectacular transformations and dazzling costumes will guarantee your festive season will go with a swing. From £18.00* - £28.50

Worcester Theatres www.worcestertheatres.co.uk

25 October

A FRIGHT IN THE MUSEUM

Danny, Mick and their dad Clive have decided they don’t make enough money from their circus - so to make ends meet they get part time jobs at the museum

FOUR TIMELESS STORIES BROUGHT TO LIFE IN ONE DELIGHTFUL SHOW. Dive into Eric Carle’s bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets and charming music. Featuring your favourite titles: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Lonely Firefly and of course, the star of the show, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle’s adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre. Will the Hungry Caterpillar ever be full? Brown Bear, Brown Bear what do you see? Where will the Little Rubber Ducks drift to in the big wide sea? Will the Lonely Firefly find his friends?

5 November

RENT A GUY

Can you make friends with a guy that’s been abandoned for causing too much mayhem wherever he goes? Can you help find him something useful to do so that he doesn’t get into any more trouble? And do you know the difference between an onion and a daffodil bulb? Go on a Journey this winter and find out! £3.00

29 November - 2 January 2023

CINDERELLA

You shall go to the ball this Christmas! Join Cinderella, her best friend buttons and the ugliest sisters in town in the classic rags to riches fairy tale that enchants all ages! The Worcester Repertory Company proudly presents the most magical pantomime of all, packed full of all your favourite traditional pantomime comedy moments. Join us for this well–loved tale and cheer, boo, hiss, laugh, and sing along to your favourite songs in what promises to be Worcester’s most spectacular family pantomime yet! £10 - £21

19 - 29 January 2023

ALICE IN WONDERLAND BY KAYS THEATRE GROUP

Alice discovers that by using her imagination, anything is possible in

The story is told through the recollections of the children, now grown up, of their time as ‘railway children’, with all their adventures, trials and triumphs brought to life on stage. Famously filmed in 1970, the much loved book by E. Nesbit is adapted for the stage by Mike Kenny and presented jointly by the Regal and its Community Theatre group. ‘Mike Kenny’s adaptation shows his mastery of playwriting for children and families... adults and children alike are enthralled by the clever mix of imagination and reality’ Financial Times This amateur production of E. Nesbit’s ‘The Railway Children’, adapted by Mike Kenny, is by arrangement with Nick Hern Books. £14.00 Under 16’s £8

27 November

THE WIZARD OF OZ - REGAL SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS

The Regal School of Creative Arts is proud to present a brand new production of the classic tale - The Wizard of Oz The script is written by our school principle Dr Mia Gordon and performed by our students aged between 4 and 18. Come and enjoy live on stage theatre, supported by our costume and technical teams showcasing the future stars of Tenbury. 6:30pm.

14 - 31 December

ROBIN HOOD (PANTO)

Tenbury’s Very Own Professional Pantomime. Tickets from £15

The Henrician www.henrician.org

18-22 January

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK

It’s Panto time... .oh yes it is! Join Phoenix Theatre Group for their 33rd Traditional family pantomime full of song and dance, fun and slapstick comedy that will get you rolling in the aisles. Will Jack find the pot of gold at the top of the Beanstalk? Marvel at our magical giant and special effects. Suitable for everyone aged 3+. (Please note special effects, pyrotechnics and loud bangs throughout this production