Primary Times - N & E Yorkshire Feb 2016

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Grand Opera House York
YO1 9SW.
www.atgtickets.com
Thriller Live
1-6 February
Direct from London’s West End, Thriller Live
is a spectacular concert created to celebrate
the career of the world’s greatest entertainer.
Join us on a visual, audio and electrifying
journey through the magic of Michael’s 45
year musical history. You will experience
over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to
rock, soul to disco as the cast play homage to
Jackson’s legendary live performances and
innovative dance moves executed with flair,
precision and passion, this is a show that you
will never forget.
Peppa Pig’s Surprise
10-11 February
Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends
are back in a brand new live stage show,
Peppa Pig’s Surprise. It’s a lovely day and
Peppa is playing outside with her friends.
Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig have got a
surprise for her and George – they can’t guess
what it is, can you?
Moscow State Circus
2 March
The Moscow State Circus returns to the UK
with its latest & greatest production to
date, based on the Russian folklore story of
Cvetik-Semicvetik, or the flower with seven
colours by Valentin Petrovich Katayev where
each of the petals represent a wish and is the
perfect back drop for what is undoubtedly the
greatest & most famous circus on earth.
Goodnight Mister Tom
29 March – 2 April
Set during the dangerous build up to the
Second World War, Goodnight Mister
Tom follows young William Beech, who is
evacuated to the idyllic English countryside
and forges a remarkable and heart warming
friendship with the elderly recluse, Tom
Oakley. All is perfect until William is suddenly
summoned by his mother back to London.
Harrogate Theatre
HG1 1QF.
www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk
Sid’s Show
16 February
Join Sid from Cbeebies live on stage in a
fantastic fun-filled adventure that’ll knock
your socks off! Sid is setting out on a heroic
quest to find out where in the world his
favourite socks and shoes have go to - share
in the adventure at the bottom of the sea,
deep in the jungle or floating in outer space
youll meet some funny characters along
the way.
Helmsley Arts Centre
YO62 5DW.
www.helmsleyarts.co.uk
Hearthside Tales: The Snow Bear
19 February
Come and sit by the fire for a wintry tale with
live music, songs, puppets and a travelling
theatre packed full of delights. The Snow
Bear is inspired by Norwegian folk tales
and tells the story of a polar bear who is
taken away from his arctic home. Will the
friendly Tomten’s magic help him find his
way back? The Snow Bear is brought to life
with mesmerizing storytelling and original
music played live on cello, tuba, accordion and
ukulele. It is packed with adventures and lots
of audiences involvement and children are
invited to bring along their favourite teddy to
join in the fun. A wonderful half-term treat for
children aged 4 -7yrs and their families. www.
helmsleyarts.co.uk
JuNction Goole
DN14 5DL.
www.junctiongoole.co.uk
Lempen Puppets: Little
Frankenstein*
20 February
Frank Stein is busy rehearsing for his new
puppet show, but he’s finding it really difficult
as his puppets keep falling apart! Inspired by
the scientist Dr Frankenstein, and with the
help of the audience he creates a new real
live puppet that is destined to change his life
forever! A gentle horror for little horrors, Little
Frankenstein will tickle the imagination of
everyone from 5 to 105 years old.
Frolicked: Who Killed the Rats?*
11 March
Through half-closed doors, holes in the walls
and along the skirting boards, a sinister series
of gruesome murders has taken place at
Junction. Join a deadly game of cat and well…
rat… and use your powers of deduction to
fi nd out who (or what) is killing off the rodent
population of Goole, and why. Have you got
what it takes to catch the culprit and solve the
puppet rat-infested murder mystery? www.
junctiongoole.co.uk
Scarborough Spa
YO11 2HD.
www.scarboroughspa.co.uk
Magic Mike’s Pirate Adventure
17 February
Magic Mike returns to Scarborough Spa during
February half term with a brand new show!
Join Magic Mike, Captain Cus-Tard, Pirate Ria
& the ship’s crew in a hilarious adventure for
the whole family! Magic, comedy, dancing,
lots of audience participation & swashbuckling
fun! Pirates at the ready! Shipmates required!
Please come along in your pirate costumes!
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