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Baby Broadway

Sun 20 Sep 2026

An interactive experience where the whole family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers with bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves for little ones.

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Out of the Box

Sat 10 Oct 2026

Out Of The Box is a family-friendly circus comedy show, which sees an unlikely character and his box bring audiences together through joyful awe, never knowing what to expect next.

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Shelf: The Kids Show 2

Sat 17 Oct 2026

Rachel and Ruby are back with their double the funny, double the silly, double the sketches show and its for children, their adults, and any ghosts or pigeons that wander in.

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Dance

Alice in Wonderland

Sun 25 Oct 2026

The Let’s All Dance Ballet Company returns with stunning dancing, much loved characters and super costumes bring this fabulous family favourite to life in this magical production.

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My First Concert

Tue 27 Oct 2026

Join Jack and Jill, and their friends, as they try and save the day and create the biggest, brightest and most magical concert.

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Brainiac Live

Wed 28 Oct 2026

More mischievous than ever before Brainiac Live explodes onto the stage taking you on a breathless ride through the wild world of the weird and wonderful.

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Dinosaur World Live

Thu 29 Oct - Sat 31 Oct 2026

Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs.

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Cinderella

Fri 27 Nov - Sun 3 Jan 2027

Expect magic, mayhem, royal balls, fairy godmothers, major glow ups and a touch of ugly! Will our Cinders ever make it to the ball? It’s very likely, but you’d better come along just in case!

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Captioned Relaxed Performance BSL

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Interactive

Xmas WiFi Wars

Sat 5 Dec 2026

WiFi Wars returns with a very festive version of the live comedy game show where you all play along!

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Festive Baby Knees Up

Tue 8 Dec 2026

Baby Knees Up is a zany, interactive family event with a Christmas twist, perfect for all ages from 0 to 100. Expect puppets, singalongs, and plenty of surprises as you dive into a joyful festive celebration.

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The Owl Who Came for Christmas

Sat 12 Dec - Sat 2 Jan 2027

Join Rosie the Owl on her adventures as she finds herself nestled amidst the branches of a family's new Christmas tree. Witness the joy and wonder as the family discovers their unexpected visitor and endeavours to help Rosie find her way back home.

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Baby Broadway

Sun 31 Jan 2027

An interactive experience where the whole family can sing and dance along to tunes from classic musicals and films, performed by West End singers with bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves for little ones.

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The Littlest Yak

Mon 15 Feb - Tue 16 Feb 2027

A musical adaptation of the award winning book with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale for all the family.

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At Sea

Fri 19 Feb 2027

A fantastical puppet adventure for all! At Sea is an uplifting tale of a sailor’s triumph over darkness; non verbal, with stunning projections and original music.

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The Bubble Show

Sat 6 Mar 2027

Created and performed by Guinness World Record holder, The Highland Joker, The Bubble Show blends storytelling, magic, science, and bubble artistry into an unforgettable journey.

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Pip and Posy

Thu 11 Mar 2027

Packed with toe-tapping songs, stunning puppetry, and irresistible interactive play, Pip and Posy are waiting for you. Come on, let’s play!

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The Utterly Revolting Science Show

Wed 31 Mar 2027

Brace yourselves for the Rude Science team’s hilarious, high-tech, highly-explosive new journey through the human body, packed with burp biology, fart physics and revolting edible chemistry.

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Dear Zoo

Thu 1 Apr - Fri 2 Apr 2027

This captivating production will delight all those who have read the Dear Zoo book (both young and old) as it unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

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The Elves & the Shoemaker

Thu 8 Apr - Fri 9 Apr 2027

When their beloved shoe shop is threatened with closure, a band of elves must team up with the shoemaker to save their home.

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Rapunzel

Thu 8 Apr 2027

Rapunzel is the hair-larious Easter panto packed with laughter, music, dazzling costumes and colourful sets, it’s the perfect treat for the whole family.

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