Polka Shows 2013.pdf - Merton Connected

World-class theatrefor childrenFor immediate releaseSpring and Summer atPolka TheatrePolka Theatre announces their 2013 spring and summer season of shows.5 – 23 MarTheatr Iolo presentsGrimm TalesPlayful, mischievous and deliciously scary fairy tales.In the dead of the night, the moon is hiding behind a cloud, and deep in the dark, dark foresttwo children are lost, scared and hungry...How are we ever going to get out of this enormous forest?A young girl, exhausted with work and deprived of a bed, lies down in the dirty ashes. Herstepsisters, with hearts as ugly as thorns, snigger at her.Shake your leaves and branches, little tree,Shower gold and silver down on me.Join the award winning Theatr Iolo as they bring to life the magical stories of the BrothersGrimm, including Ashputtel (the original Cinderella story), Hansel & Gretel and Snow White.For ages 6 – 11 yearsTickets £8 - £12Main TheatreRunning time 1 hour 35 minutes including intervalUsually two performances daily Tuesday – Saturday. Please check our website www.polkatheatre.com or call BoxOffice on 020 8543 4888Fri 29 MarKid Carpet & Theatre Bristol presentKid Carpet and the Noisy AnimalsFollow the adventures of a charismatic singer and his animal band (made up of a gorilla, abear, a hedgehog and a badger) as they make friends, play games, contemplate the worldand finally rock out at a grand dance contest. This lively and enchanting performancecontains a unique mix of theatre, comedy and original music. A fresh and fantastically funshow, that serves as a perfect introduction to the world of live performance.For ages 4 – 8 yearsTickets £8 - £12Main TheatreRunning time 45 minutes with no intervalPerformance times: 2.00pmSat 30 MarJames Campbell presentsComedy 4 KidsJames Campbell is a stand up comedian for you and your children, and anyone who likescomedy without the rude words. His show may cover ways to make parsnips interesting,how to look a chicken in both eyes at the same time and why owls don't like Easter. Jamesmay also attempt a new world record in badger hurdling and doing loop the loop with his 93Polka Theatre240 Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB+44 (0)20 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com

year old Auntie Histamine (contents may vary and the actual show may not involve any ofthe above). Side effects may include your sides hurting!For ages 6 – 11 yearsTickets £8 - £12Main TheatreRunning time 1 hour with no intervalPerformance times: 2.00pm3 – 13 AprCahoots NI presentsEggMagic, music and... an egg!Join these madcap birds on an adventure of a lifetime as they grapple with growing up andgiving in to their natural instincts to take flight. And then of course they meet an egg!Watch as this delightful story unfolds on a tiny, rustic set, exquisitely constructed out oftwigs, feathers and shell. Guaranteed to entertain with magic, live music, plenty of actionand an egg!Relaxed Performance (formerly Autism Friendly): Thu 11 Apr 11amFor ages 4 – 7 yearsTickets £8 – £12Main TheatreRunning time 40 minutes with no intervalUsually one or two performances daily Tuesday – Saturday. Please check our website www.polkatheatre.com orcall the Box Office on 020 8543 4888.27 Apr – 17 AugPolka Theatre and BBC Worldwide presentCharlie and Lola’s Extremely New PlayBased on the characters created by Lauren ChildAdapted by Jonathan LloydDon't miss everyone's favourite brother and sister who are back onstage with their newshow following Polka's international hit Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play. Enter a magicaljourney through the seasons, as Charlie and Lola discover that everything is different and notthe same. What will happen when Lola and her best friend Lotta absolutely promise to lookafter Sizzles the dog? And follow Charlie and his best friend Marv on a Pirate Squidbonesadventure! Playful, funny and full of surprises, this extremely new play about friendship andadventures promises to be a treat for everyone.**** Time Out on Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest PlayWatch With Baby Performances: please check our website www.polkatheatre.com or callBox Office on 020 8543 4888 for more informationAfter-show Talk: Sat 11 May 2pmIntegrated Sign Language Performance: Sat 25 May 2pmRelaxed Performance (formerly Autism Friendly): Sat 8 Jun 2.30pmFor ages 4 – 7 yearsTickets £11 - £16Main TheatreRunning time 1 hour 15 minutes including intervalNormally two performances daily from Tuesday – Saturday and some Sundays. Please check our websitewww.polkatheatre.com or call Box Office on 020 8543 4888Polka Theatre240 Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB+44 (0)20 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com

3 – 25 MayPolka Theatre presentsLullabyDevised and composed by Natalie RaybouldTo breathe, smile and relaxGurgle, babble and singExplore, discover and playLull, dream and be at peace with your babyCocooned within a charming setting and layered with musical and visual surprises, thisplayful experience will take you on a gentle journey of discovery with singer-performerNatalie Raybould. Treat yourself to a performance to engage and share with your baby, withchill-out dreaming time - if needed! Limited tickets are available for additional adultobservers who are able to watch the action on the "big screen". Please note these tickets donot allow access to the performance.NB- this performance is specifically designed for one parent/carer to participate with onebaby.Lullaby- Bump Time a chance to spend some time with you and your bump in a designatedperformance for expectant mums only: Sat 11 May 12.05pm, Thu 16 May 10.35am, Sat 25May 3.35pm.For ages 0 – 12 monthsTickets £12 - £15Screen Tickets £4Adventure TheatreRunning time 30 minutesUsually two or three performances daily Tuesday – Saturday. Please check our website www.polkatheatre.com orcall Box Office on 020 8543 488826 Jun – 17 AugNorwich Puppet Theatre presentsThree ColoursImagine a world where you areDiving into the deep blue seaHopping around with green frogsGazing into the crackling red of a bonfireBlue, green and red delights...Bask in a world of colour in this interactive performance which explores vibrant sensoryworlds. Three Colours places you and your children at the very centre of the experience,gently drawing you into wonderful imaginary landscapes where you can swim with fish, feelfrogs nibble your toes, catch grasshoppers and listen to a gentle heartbeat... all magicallycreated out of the colours of light. With the use of projection, light, puppets, music anddance, this immersive performance promises to delight and tickle the imagination of theyoung.For ages 2 – 4 yearsTickets: £8 - £10Adventure TheatreRunning time approximately 35 minutesUsually two performances daily Tuesday – Saturday and occasional performances on Sundays. Please check ourwebsite www.polkatheatre.com or call Box Office on 020 8543 4888Polka Theatre240 Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB+44 (0)20 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com

Notes to editorsImages are available for each showPlease contact Dawn for information about Polka’s series of Visiting AdventuresPolka do not hold specified press performances but press are welcome to come to any schoolor public show Tickets can be booked online at www.polkatheatre.com or by calling the Box Office on 0208543 4888 For education information, workshop listings and information about Visiting Adventureshows, please contact Dawn on the details belowFor more information about events including images and interviews or to book press ticketsplease contact Dawn James on 020 8545 8354 or email dawn@polkatheatre.comPolka Theatre240 Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB+44 (0)20 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com