Kids’ pick: Attractions for the whole family
Bardolph’s Box
3 April, The Citadel Arts Centre, St Helens
A final chance for eight to 12-year-olds to be inspired by William Shakespeare, as Up the Road Theatre and Unity Theatre’s Bardolph’s Box tour comes to an end in St Helens. Exploring literature, culture and history in a fun and engaging production for children, the show is among a number of events being held across the Liverpool City Region to celebrate 400 years of the Bard’s work.
The Wizard of Oz – Easter Pantomime
9 April, Echo Arena
Take a trip Over the Rainbow during this half term when the Land of Oz appears at the Echo Arena. The technicoloured journey of Dorothy and her unconventional companions is told once more in a lavish production which stars Sooty, Sweep & Soo along with Richard Cadell from CITV’S The Sooty Show! Both parents and kids alike are sure to be equally excited to see these childhood heroes in the most iconic show in town.
Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales
15 April, The Atkinson
Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have brought us some of the wackiest stories and it’s time for them to be brought to life at The Atkinson. ‘Tiddler’, ‘Monkey Puzzle’ and plenty more mesmerising tales are revitalised through the catchiest of songs, the craziest of characters and puppet companions to accompany us on an adventure destined for utter amusement, described by Broadway Baby as “a feast of storytelling that thrills children and parents alike”.
L to R: Bardolph’s Box; The Wizard of Oz Easter Pantomime; Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales
Family Saturday: Trash to Treasure
30 April, Victoria Gallery & Museum
A fun-packed day for all the family will kick off at 10.30am with a heartwarming screening of Disney Pixar animation ‘Wall-E’. Artist Faye will be on hand for a drop-in craft session from 1pm-4pm, providing a chance for little ones to make like Wall-E himself and create their own junk bag sculpture. The event is free.
Young Physical Fest
7 – 8 May, Bluecoat
An exciting programme of puppet shows, theatre performances and workshops from Liverpool-based artists will keep children and families entertained across two days, as Tmesis Theatre and the Physical Fest team collaborate with Bluecoat. Events are free but booking is recommended.
Peppa Pig’s Surprise
28 – 29 May, Liverpool Empire Theatre
It’s time for Peppa Pig to step out of the TV and onto the Liverpool stage. Along with her pals she’ll be inviting you into their world lavished in the brightest of colours and full of wonderful surprises. The follow-up production to national hit ‘Peppa Pig’s Big Splash’ brings along some of the show’s most memorable characters such as Mr Potato and renditions of the shows popular tunes like “Bing Bong Song” which will have your little ones singing for days on end.
L to R: Family Saturday – Trash to Treasure; Young Physical Fest; Peppa Pig’s Surprise
