For children ages 0 -11 World-class theatre for children FEBRUARY - AUGUST 2010 KINGSTON RD ALEXANDRA RD QU E E N’ S RD HART F I EL D R D ST GEORGE’S RD SOU TH PA RK RD PALMERS TON RD HARTFIELD CRES WIMBLEDON SOUTH WIMBLEDON DUNDONALD RD T R IN IT Y RD TH E B RO A D W A Y M ER TO N RD HAYDON’S RD Parking There are a limited number of pay-and-display bays near the theatre in Latimer Road (2 hr limit), Bridges Road, Dudley Road, Ridley Road and Kings Road. There are car parks in Wimbledon Town Centre, including The Broadway (next to Wimbledon Theatre), Queens Road, St George’s Road, Hartfield Road and Hartfield Crescent. We are committed to making Polka accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements, please let us know when booking. Large print brochure available by request Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon London SW19 1SB Box Office: 020 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com Polka is a registered charity no. 256979 By bus 57, 93, 219, 131 stop outside at the Polka Theatre stop 156, 163, 164, 200, stop nearby By tube Wimbledon, District Line South Wimbledon, Northern Line By train Wimbledon (14 minutes from Waterloo) By tram Wimbledon By bike There is a cycle rack at the theatre Design: Eureka! www.eureka.co.uk Print: PPS Fine Print With the support of the Culture programme of the European Union. Box Office: 020 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com Wheelchair Access Induction Loop BSL interpreted performances Working dogs welcome Accessible Toilet Touch tours Specialist workshops Scripts available in advance
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For children ages 0 -11
World-class theatre for children
FEBRUARY - AUGUST 2010
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ParkingThere are a limited number of pay-and-display bays near the theatre in Latimer Road (2 hr limit), Bridges Road, Dudley Road, Ridley Road and Kings Road.
There are car parks in Wimbledon Town Centre, including The Broadway (next to Wimbledon Theatre), Queens Road, St George’s Road, Hartfield Road and Hartfield Crescent.
We are committed to making Polka accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements, please let us know when booking.
Large print brochure available by request
Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon London SW19 1SB
Box Office: 020 8543 4888
www.polkatheatre.com
Polka is a registered charity no. 256979
By bus57, 93, 219, 131 stop outside at the Polka Theatre stop156, 163, 164, 200, stop nearby
By tubeWimbledon, District LineSouth Wimbledon, Northern Line
By trainWimbledon (14 minutes from Waterloo)
By tramWimbledon
By bikeThere is a cycle rack at the theatre
Design: Eureka! w
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.eureka.co.uk Print: PPS Fine Print
With the support of the Culture programme of the European Union. Box Office: 020 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com
Wheelchair Access
Induction Loop
BSL interpreted performances
Working dogs welcome
Accessible Toilet
Touch tours
Specialist workshops
Scripts available in advance
Jonathan Lloyd Artistic Director
Hello and a big warm welcome to spring and summer at Polka. The season starts with a homecoming. Polka’s production of Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play has been on a packed-out UK tour – and also to Brazil – but
returns in February to where it began. Look out for a fun, new trail around the building featuring characters and objects from the show. The summer is all about shipwrecks and faraway islands. In the Main Theatre, we’ve a brilliant new play for children 7-11, Pirates! by award-winning children’s playwright Charles Way. In the Adventure Theatre we’re excited to be working with Little Angel Theatre on a new puppet opera for 3 to 6s, Skitterbang Island, which promises to maintain our tradition of playful, innovative work for Early Years audiences. And look out for our special prices too – £8 or less for both our summer shows! Polka is fantastic value, providing world-class theatre at affordable prices. As always, there’s a wonderful, diverse range of visiting shows in the Adventure Theatre, and a special show in June by master magician Paul Kieve. Paul was the magic consultant on some of the Harry Potter films, so he’s well worth seeing. Our story-writing competition Writing the World returns for its third year, focusing in this World Cup year on South Africa. Will your story be a winner and get performed on the Polka stage?
What’s coming up? Charlie and Lola’s 3/4 Best Bestest Play4 - 7 yrs
Pirates! 5/67 -11 yrs
Skitterbang Island 7/83 - 6 yrs
Visiting 9 /11Adventures6 mths - 7 yrs
World of Stories 12All ages
Free tickets at Polka! 12
Take Part 13/143 - 17 yrs
Join the Polka Family 15
General Info 16
Season Diary 17/18
Schools Polka has a special brochure for schools, call 020 8543 4888 to request your copy
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The man who taught Harry Potter magic! The magnificent and amazing Paul Kieve, master magician and magic consultant on the Harry Potter films is here to perform exciting tricks and illusions to baffle your mind, overload your senses and take you on a tour of the greatest magicians from the past. You’ll soon see why Paul Kieve is consulted by some of the top magicians in the world including Derren Brown. Based on his dazzling book Hocus Pocus, with live music by Daniel Kieve.
Hocus Pocus with Paul Kieve
3 - 5 June 2010 • Main theatre • 1 hour 30 Minutes INC INTERVAL
Tickets £8Concessions £7Polka Priority £6
7+years
Calling all budding writers!
2010 is the third year of our popular story-writing competition for children of primary school age.
In previous years we focused on China (2008) and India (2009). In 2010 we want children to write short stories inspired by South Africa. Each year we ask a top children’s author to write a story too, and their story along with the winning entries will be performed on Polka’s stage on 10 July 2010.
Competition Details
• www.polkatheatre.com for full competitionguidelines and writing tips to get you started
• There are three categories:Years 1 & 2 (storyboardof 6 pictures with a caption underneath each one)Years 3 & 4 (short story of up to 500 words)
Years 5 & 6 (short story of up to 1000 words)
• The competition closing dateis 2 April 2010
17 FeBruarY - 15 MaY 2010 • Main theatre • 1 hour 15 Minutes inC interVaL
Polka Theatre and BBC Worldwide present
Based on the characters created by Lauren Child • Adapted by Jonathan Lloyd Directed by Roman Stefanski • Designed by Sophie Charalambous Music directed by Julian Butler • Lighting designed by Natasha Chivers
I completely LOVE sticking thingsTue 6 Apr 9.30 - 10.45am • 4 - 5 yrsGet stuck in and make a giant collage using recycled materials, inspired by the unique style and visuals of Lauren Child’s Charlie and Lola. £15
I absolutely MUST make a puppet!Wed 7 Apr 9.30 - 10.45am • 3 - 7 yrsMake your own puppet and learn how to bring it to life in this fun-filled, family workshop. £15 (accompanying adults go free)playbestest
bestCharlie and Lola’s
Everyone’s favourite brother and sister, Charlie and Lola, come home to Polka, for our 30th birthday season following the sold-out smash hit in 2008 and a national tour.
The stars of the hit BBC TV series and books by Lauren Child are brought to life by a magical mix of puppets and music. 2-D and 3-D worlds collide in this play, adapted from some of the freshest and funniest episodes… will Lola ever tidy her messy room? Will Charlie get Lola to sleep, even though she is not sleepy and will not go to bed?
I have this little sister Lola. She is small and very funny…
4 - 7years
TicketsWeekends £16Weekdays £14Concessions £10
£10 Saver Shows 17 Feb 2pm, 20 Feb 11am*, 6 March 12noon, 19 March 4pm, 3 April 12noon*, 17 April 11am, 30 april 4pm, 15 May 11am*(*Watch With Baby Shows)
BSL Interpreted Performance and After-show TalkSat 27 Feb 2pm
Autism Friendly PerformanceThu 8 Apr 11am Contact [email protected] or call 020 8545 8326 for more information.
Please refer to our policy on under-aged children (page 16)
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Pirates Ahoy!Tue 27 Jul 10.30am - 4pm • 7 - 9 yrsMake your own pirate ship and props from recycled materials before watching Pirates! £35 (includes one show ticket)
7-11years
Polka PremieresBrilliant new plays for £8 or less!
19 JUNE - 7 AUGUST 2010 • Main theatre • runninG tiMe tBC
Polka Theatre, in association with Imagination Stage, USA, presents
A swashbuckling summer adventure!
Jim isn’t prepared for the adventures ahead when he’s kidnapped from his bedroom by pirates wanting their treasure back. Set sail on the high seas in this thrilling new show by award-winning children’s playwright Charles Way (Playing from the Heart, The Night Before Christmas). Will Jim escape the pirates and find a way home from the year 1718? And will the mystery of the treasure chest ever be solved? Jump onboard for a ship full of fun, magic, excitement… and sharks!
By Charles WayDirected by Jonathan Lloyd
BSL Interpreted Performance and After-show TalkWed 28 Jul 2.30pm
Illustration by Si Clark
Please refer to our policy on under-aged children (page 16)
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Polka PremieresBrilliant new plays for £8 or less!
7 JuLY - 21 auGust 2010 • aDVenture theatre • 45 Minutes
Storm! Shipwreck! Adventure! Lost on a bleak and craggy island in the very north of the world, a brave little girl meets a strange and curious creature. Not only does he look very odd, he sounds different too! In his cave full of old metal and junk washed up from the sea, he shows her his latest collection, his newest treasure… which sounds so beautiful. But who does it really belong to?
This heart-warming tale of discovery and friendship reveals a fantasy world full of music, song, rhythm and harmony through an exciting story with an emotional resonance that will engage and delight everyone. Drawing on expertise from the worlds of puppetry and opera, Skitterbang Island is our summer treat with a difference for younger children.
By Phil Porter and Martin WardBased on an original idea by Danny Vice-HoltDirected by Peter Glanville
Illustration by Kristina Swarner
sat 6 - sun 7 Mar & Wed 10 - sat 13 Mar2- 3 yrsAndy Manley in association with Starcatchers presents
My houseCome and visit a very special house – where all is not as it seems. Watch the rooms and chimneys grow, and see how many shapes and textures you can spot! Running time 30 mins
sun 14 Mar6 mths - 3 yrsLyngo Theatre presents
Egg and SpoonA multi-sensory, interactive journey through the seasons in the delightful setting of Percy and April’s garden. Relax on the cushions and watch the birds fly in the sky, or get stuck in with making it snow and blowing the leaves away.Running time 30 mins
sat 20 Mar3 - 6 yrsEssequibo Music presents
Treasures of the RainforestA welcome return from Essequibo Music who have new treasures to share fresh from their recent trip to visit the Wai Wai Peoples of the Guyanese rainforest. Discover the uniqueness of this rich and vibrant landscape packed with animal antics and sensational sounds. A participatory fusion of music and storytelling to engage and ignite the imagination.Running time 45 mins
sat 27 Mar3 - 6 yrsPeut-être Theatre presents
This is a ThatIn an apartment in Paris, Josette and her Papa dance with their ears, eat a piece of the moon and meet a toy soldier called Jacqueline. A magnificent, magical, musical journey about a father and daughter who let their imaginations run away with them. This intriguing and innovative play, inspired by French playwright Eugène Ionesco, uniquely fuses dance with theatre to capture the imaginations of everyone.Running time 50 mins
Egg and SpoonLyngo Theatre returns – see 14 March for details.
Sat 17 & Sat 24 Apr3 -7 yrsLongnose Puppets present
PenguinBen is delighted when he rips open his present and finds a penguin inside. “Hello, Penguin!” says Ben. Penguin says nothing. What can Ben do to make Penguin speak? Follow the twists and turns of this wonderful tale adapted from the award-winning book by Polly Dunbar. ‘Vibrant.’ The Times Running time 30 mins
sat 1 & sat 8 & sun 9 May6 mths - 3 yrsTam Tam Theatre presents
Circles in the SandA story told with sand not words. Tam Tam Theatre’s charming show uses carefully chosen objects to explore playing in the sand. At the end of the show you can play in the sand too!Running time 40 mins
sat 15 May2 -5yrsBanyan Theatre presents the Polka production of
Princess and the PeaA playful and comic adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s bedtime tale of a prince in search of a real princess, a tower of mattresses and, of course, a tiny pea. This hugely popular show is played out among sheets and blankets with puppets, objects and dreamlike projections.Running time 45 mins
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Tickets for Visiting Adventures are £7.50, concession £6 Group Bookings – buy 10 tickets get 11th free. All running times are approximations.
Sat 3 Apr3 -7 yrsSixth Sense and Travelling Light present
Bob, the Man on the MoonBob has a very special job – he looks after the moon. Every morning, Bob rises at six, has his breakfast and boards his rocket for the daily commute. He knows almost everything about the moon. But there’s one thing he’s blissfully unaware of – aliens! This delightful new show is inspired by Simon Bartram’s hugely popular award-winning book and incorporates creative puppetry and music.Running time 45 mins
sat 22 May6 -18 mthsSarah Argent in association with Theatr Iolo presents
Out of the BluePlaying with paper… scrunching, crunching, tearing, ripping, rustling… Hiding, “Peek-a-boo!” Wrapping “What’s inside?” Unwrapping, “oohh...!” One day, out of the blue a wonderful surprise! An enchanting performance full of captivating images and intriguing sounds – offering a chance to play too!Running time 30 mins
sat 29 May3 -7 yrsBanyan Theatre presents
The Steadfast Tin SoldierThe Steadfast Tin Soldier tumbles from a window ledge and begins an adventure into the unknown…This charming and gentle adaptation of the traditional tale by Hans Christian Andersen told with puppetry, music and storytelling was named Best Children’s Show by Time Out.Running time 50 mins
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Polka hosts London’s most dynamic spoken word artists in these free drop-in events from 10.30am on the first Saturday of every month (except August and September). As well as enjoying totally interactive story sessions, all visitors receive a free ice-cream courtesy of Criterion Ices! Due to the huge popularity of these sessions please ring 020 8545 8348 from the Monday before each event. Tickets are issued on a first- come first-served basis.
sat 6 MarchJoin Liz Fost for the story of Chinye, a traditional West African interpretation of Cinderella.
Sat 3 AprilNicole Worrica will be entertaining us with colourful, island stories from Mauritius.
sat 1 MayJoin the Puppetellers for an interactive, puppetry performance of the traditional Russian folk tale The Little Red Hen.
Sat 5 JuneJohn McCraw brings us traditional tales from the North East of England.
Sat 3 JulyJoin Sam Adams for some interactive South African stories.
Tue 1 - Sat 5 Jun18 mths - 4 yrsCordula Nossek of Dachtheater (Austria) presents
The DressCome and meet a strange girl, she’s much taller than us, and has an enormous white dress. Hanging above her is a cloud of fruit – but what does she do with all this food? And what is under her dress? A quirky and engaging performance designed to intrigue and delight the very young through a surreal exploration of space, texture and fruit!Running time 35 mins
The Dress was created with support from Small size, the European network for the diffusion of performing arts in early years with which Polka is partnered.
Sat 12 Jun3 - 6 yrsMajor Mustard presents
Ugly DucklingFunky Feathers is feeling low. Can Major Mustard cheer him up? A spirited reworking of this popular tale that brings together many of the themes of Hans Christian Andersen’s poignant story. Major Mustard combines puppets, music and storytelling, to produce a new flavour to a well-known tale.Running time 40 mins
Sat 19 Jun3 - 6 yrsBanyan Theatre presents
Cinderella AshputtelEveryday objects will be magically transformed in this stylish and playful reworking of the timeless Cinderella story. A girl has no bed to lie on and is made to sleep in the hearth among the ashes, but this plucky heroine will capture your hearts, as well as that of the handsome prince…Running time 50 mins
Sat 26 Jun3 - 6 yrsMajor Mustard presents
No 7 Dandelion StreetThe Major discovers some of the extraordinary inhabitants of his cottage garden. Beset with troubles, he needs your help to cope with a flying potato and a bad-tempered witch. A colourful and exciting show with puppets and music.Running time 40 mins
Small size, big citizensPolka is delighted to be the UK lead-partner within “Small size, big citizens”, a project funded by The European Community EACEA to promote the performing arts within early childhood across 12 European countries. Running from 2009-2014, involvement in this partnership extends our opportunities to continue to present new and developing theatre from our national and international colleagues creating shows specifically for 0- 6’s and with a focus on performances for babies and toddlers ages 0 - 3. www.smallsize.org
Free tickets at Polka!As part of Arts Council England’s A Night Less Ordinary Scheme, Polka is offering one free ticket per person to anyone under 26 on selected performances for the duration of the scheme.
Please book your free tickets by calling the Box Office on 020 8543 4888 or in person (Tue - Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm and Sat 10am - 4.30pm). Tickets cannot be booked online. For more information about the scheme go to www.polkatheatre.com
Tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability and proof of age may be required. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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Stuntman Workshop Tue 1 Jun10.30am - 12.30pm8 - 13 yrsBack by popular demand, our very own stuntman to the stars will amaze you with combat skills and teach you tricks of the trade from the film industry. Parents and carers are welcome to get involved too!£20 (accompanying adults free)
South African Drumming and StorytellingWed 2 Jun10.30am - 12.30pm or 2 - 4pm5 - 8 yrs (with carers)Join in with a storytelling and percussion workshop inspired by South Africa.£15 per child (accompanying adults free)
Crafty CreaturesThu 3 Jun10 - 11.30am3 - 4yrs Make your own creatures and bring them to life in this craft and drama workshop.£15
Why not join in with one of Polka’s workshops or weekly youth theatre groups? You’ll make new friends, learn some fantastic skills from our theatre professionals and get the opportunity to show off your talents too. Remember to bring a packed lunch to all day-long events.
Polka Performers work with professional directors and artists to explore their own ideas and create inspiring new theatre. These ten week courses take place in Polka’s Acting Studio during term time. (Please note no classes w/c 16 Feb and 1 Jun)
Ages 3 - 4 (Foundation) Tuesdays 3 - 3.45pmSpring Term 12 Jan - 23 MarSummer Term 20 Apr - 29 Jun£65 per term
Ages 4 - 6 (Reception/Year 1) Wednesdays 4 - 5pmSpring Term 13 Jan - 24 MarSummer Term 21 Apr - 30 Jun£75 per term
Ages 6 - 9 (Years 2 - 4) Tuesdays 4 - 5.15pmSpring Term 12 Jan - 23 MarSummer Term 20 Apr - 29 Jun£85 per term
Ages 9 - 11 (Years 5 - 6)Wednesdays 5.15 - 6.30pmSpring Term 13 Jan - 24 MarSummer Term 21 Apr - 30 Jun£85 per term
Ages 11 - 14 (Years 7 - 9)Thursdays 5 - 6.15pmSpring Term 14 Jan - 25 MarSummer Term 22 Apr - 1 Jul£85 per term
Ages 14 - 17 (Years 10 - 12)Thursdays 6.30 - 8pmSpring Term 14 Jan - 25 MarSummer Term 22 Apr - 1 Jul£95 per term
Polka PopstarsThu 8 Apr10.30am - 3.30pm6 - 8yrs A singing and dancing workshop for wannabe popstars! Work with a choreographer to create your own performance to share with family and friends.£30
Playwriting WorkshopThu 15 Apr10am - 4pm9 - 12 yrsWrite your very own play with help from a professional playwright.£35
Easter AdventuresTake part in a lively storytelling, drama and craft workshop inspired by Easter.
Songwriting WorkshopWed 28 Jul10.30am - 4pm8 - 12 yrsWork with a professional composer and musician to create lyrics and devise your very own songs. No previous musical experience required, but if you play an instrument bring it along!£30
Sunshine Stories and SongsThu 29 & Fri 30 Jul10.30am - 12.00noon3 - 4 yrsA two day drama, music and craft workshop inspired by summertime.£30
Polka’s Summer SchoolsStuck for something to do in the summer holidays? Come down to Polka, tread our boards and create your very own piece of theatre with the help from our professional theatre makers and stage crew. Invite your friends and family to watch you perform on the Main Stage at the end of the week.£90
Ages 6 - 9Mon 9 - Fri 13 aug10.30am - 3.30pmWork with our Professional Theatre Director and Puppeteer to create a story to share with family and friends.
Ages 10 -13Mon 16 - Fri 20 aug10.30am - 3.30pmCreate a professional play with a Musician and Theatre Director.
How to BookBy PhoneCall 020 8543 4888Mon 9.30am - 4.30pmTue - Fri 9am - 5pmSat 10am - 4.30pm
In personTue - Fri 9.30am - 4.30pmSat 10am - 4.30pm
OnlineBuy over the internet via our secure server – visit www.polkatheatre.com
DiscountsConcessions are available for those registered unemployed or receiving benefits (includes Pension Credits). For group bookings, every eleventh ticket is free. Reduced-price preview tickets, where available, are limited to four per family. Free tickets are available for carers of disabled people.
ReservationsYou can reserve tickets for up to one week. After this period, tickets will be released if not paid for. We recommend booking in advance.
Polka Café and Children’s PartiesThe café is open Tue - Fri, 9.30am - 4.30pm, and Sat, 10am - 4.30pm, serving a delicious range of hot and cold meals and snacks. Children’s tea parties are also available. For more information call 020 8545 8330 or email [email protected] menus can be viewed at www.polkatheatre.com
Hiring the TheatreThe Main Theatre and other rooms are available to hire for conferences, meetings, parties, film screenings and launches.Call Kim on 020 8545 8334 or email [email protected]
Babies and ToddlersBaby-changing facilities and a buggy park are available at the theatre and café staff will happily warm up baby food.
Polka PartnersPolka Theatre has a unique Corporate Membership scheme with a range of fantastic benefits.
Call 020 8545 8353 for more details.
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Join the Polka Priority Club today and never miss your favourite show again.
For just £10 a year you will get:
• Priority booking 2 weeks ahead of the general public
• Advance information about Polka shows
• £2 off up to six full-priced tickets per show during the priority booking period (not valid for Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play or Visiting Adventure shows)
As soon as you book your first five tickets your membership will have already paid for itself, so what are you waiting for!
For more information, call the Box Office on 020 8543 4888, go to www.polkatheatre.com, or pick up a leaflet the next time you visit and start saving today.
Two fantastic ways to become part of the Polka Family!
Play your part in securing the future of Polka
Pop in to Play at PolkaWhy not make time when you visit to use the café, playground or garden, see the Teddy Bear Exhibition or read in the book corner? You are welcome to drop in any time we’re open – the facilities are free for all, you don’t need a ticket to come inside!
Refunds and ExchangesWe do not refund or exchange tickets, so please do check your tickets at the time of purchase. We accept tickets for re-sale if a performance is sold out, but a small charge will be made.
Mailing listTo join our free mailing list, or our email list, please contact the Box Office or sign up online – www.polkatheatre.com
Recommended Age RangesPlease take note of the lower age-limits on shows in the Main Theatre. Our experience shows that children below the specified age are more likely to be disruptive and spoil other people’s enjoyment.
We are unable to sell tickets to under-age children and reserve the right to refuse them admission. Exceptions to this rule are the designated Watch with Baby performances – please check the Season Diary.
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As well as enjoying the benefits of the Polka Priority Club you can also play your part in securing the future of Polka by becoming a Polka Player.
As a charity, Polka relies heavily on fundraising from individuals, companies, trusts and foundations to provide its year round programme of world-class theatre, inspiring education work and to run our family-friendly building.
This money can support an imaginative new writing programme, multi-sensory workshops for disabled children, or give more than 2,000 children from disadvantaged backgrounds the chance to see a show for the
first time. By becoming a Polka Player you can help make all these things happen. For just £100 a year (or £8.33 per month), you can make a difference. As well as all the benefits of the Polka Priority Club, your family can enjoy free tickets to our popular gala performances. These exclusive events include a special post show party and the chance to meet the stars of the show – a unique experience for all the family.
For more information contact Caroline on 020 8545 8353/ [email protected] or visit www.polkatheatre.com and click ‘Support Us’ to find out more.
Main theatre shows in violetAdventure Theatre shows in pinkFree Storytelling and other events in blue
Sa 1 Storytelling 10.30 - 11.30 Charlie and Lola 12.00/3.00 Circles in Sand 12.05/3.05
We 5 Charlie and Lola
Th 6 Charlie and Lola
Fr 7 Charlie and Lola
Sa 8 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Circles in Sand 11.05/12.30/2.05
Su 9 Charlie and Lola 2.30 Circles in Sand 1.00/2.35
Tu 11 Charlie and Lola
We 12 Charlie and Lola
Th 13 Charlie and Lola
Fr 14 Charlie and Lola
Sa 15 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Princess and Pea 11.05/12.30/2.05
Sa 22 Out of the Blue 11.00/12.30/2.00
Sa 29 Steadfast Soldier 11.00/12.30/2.00
Diary Key
Schools performance
Reduced-price preview performance
After-show talk
BSL interpreted
Watch With Baby performance
Free Storytelling
Autism friendly performance
Watch with Baby performances are not adapted for a younger audience but we welcome younger children to them in order that you can share our shows with your whole family.
Babies under 12 months are admitted free. Normal ticket prices apply for all other children. Please note: children younger than the age specified on each show may only be admitted to Watch with Baby performances.
Watch with Baby
MARCH 10
We 3 Charlie and Lola
Th 4 Charlie and Lola
Fr 5 Charlie and Lola
Sa 6 Storytelling 10.30 - 11.30
Charlie and Lola 12.00/3.00 My House 12.05/3.05
Su 7 Charlie and Lola 2.30 My House 1.00/2.35
We 10 Charlie and Lola
My House 10.35/12.00/1.35
Th 11 Charlie and Lola
My House 10.35/1.35
Fr 12 Charlie and Lola
My House 10.35/12.00/1.35
Sa 13 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 My House 11.05/12.30/2.05
Su 14 Charlie and Lola 2.30 Egg and Spoon 1.00/2.35
Tu 16 Charlie and Lola
We 17 Charlie and Lola
Th 18 Charlie and Lola
Fr 19 Charlie and Lola /4.00
Sa 20 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Treasures 11.05/12.30/2.05
Tu 23 Charlie and Lola
We 24 Charlie and Lola
Th 25 Charlie and Lola
Fr 26 Charlie and Lola
Sa 27 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 This is a That 11.05/2.05
Tu 30 Charlie and Lola
We 31 Charlie and Lola
FEBRUARy 10
We 17 Charlie & Lola 2.00
Th 18 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.00
Fr 19 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.00
Sa 20 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.00
Tu 23 Charlie & Lola
We 24 Charlie & Lola
Th 25 Charlie & Lola
Fr 26 Charlie & Lola /4.00
Sa 27 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.00
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Th 1 Pirates!
Fr 2 Pirates!
Sa 3 Storytelling 10.30-11.30 Pirates! 2.30
We 7 Skitterbang 10.30 /2.00
Th 8 Skitterbang 10.30/2.00
Fr 9 Skitterbang 10.30/2.00
Sa 10 Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Tu 13 Pirates! Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
We 14 Pirates!
Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
Th 15 Pirates!
Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
Fr 16 Pirates! Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
Sa 17 Pirates! 11.00 /2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Tu 20 Pirates! 10.30 Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
We 21 Pirates! 10.30 Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
Th 22 Pirates! 10.30 Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
Fr 23 Pirates! 10.30 Skitterbang 10.35/2.00
Sa 24 Pirates! 11.00/2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Tu 27 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
We 28 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Th 29 Pirates! 11.00 /2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Fr 28 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Sa 29 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Schools Performances
Families are very welcome to attend schools performances but please check times and availability in advance with the Box Office on 020 8543 4888. Tickets to schools performances cannot be booked online. Schools performances are usually scheduled for 10.30am and 1.30pm or 2pm.
JUNE 10
Tu 1 The Dress 2.00
We 2 The Dress 11.00/2.00
Th 3 Hocus Pocus 11.00/2.30 The Dress 11.05/2.35
Fr 4 Hocus Pocus 11.00/2.30 The Dress 11.05/12.30/2.35
Sa 5 Storytelling 10.30/11.30 Hocus Pocus 2.00/5.00 The Dress 12.05/2.05
Sa 12 Ugly Duckling 11.00/12.30/2.00
Sa 19 Pirates! 11.00 /2.30 Cinderella 11.05/2.35
Tu 22 Pirates!
We 23 Pirates!
Th 24 Pirates!
Fr 25 Pirates!
Sa 26 Pirates! 11.00 /2.30 7 Dandelion St 11.05/2.35
Tu 29 Pirates!
We 30 Pirates!
APRIL10
Th 1 Charlie and Lola 11.00
Fr 2 Charlie and Lola 2.00
Sa 3 Storytelling 10.30 - 11.30 Charlie and Lola 12.00 /3.00 Bob on Moon 12.05/3.05
Tu 6 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Egg and Spoon 2.05
We 7 Charlie and Lola 11.00 Egg and Spoon 11.05/1.00
Th 8 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Egg and Spoon 11.05/12.30/2.05
Fr 9 Charlie and Lola 11.00 Egg and Spoon 11.05/1.00
Sa 10 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Egg and Spoon 11.05/12.30/2.05
Tu 13 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00
We 14 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00
Th 15 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00
Fr 16 Charlie and Lola 11.00
Sa 17 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Penguin 11.05/12.30/2.05
Tu 20 Charlie and Lola
We 21 Charlie and Lola
Th 22 Charlie and Lola
Fr 23 Charlie and Lola
Sa 24 Charlie and Lola 11.00 /2.00 Penguin 11.05/12.30/2.05
Tu 27 Charlie and Lola
We 28 Charlie and Lola
Th 29 Charlie and Lola
Fr 30 Charlie and Lola /4.00
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AUGUST 10
Tu 3 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
We 4 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Th 5 Pirates! 11.00/2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Fr 6 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Sa 7 Pirates! 2.30 Skitterbang 11.05/2.35
Mo 9 Summer School
Tu 10 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
We 11 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Th 12 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Fr 13 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Sa 14 Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Mo 16 Summer School
Tu 17 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
We 18 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Th 19 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Fr 20 Summer School Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Sa 21 Skitterbang 11.00/2.30
Nov 2010 - FEB 2011
Step into a winter wonderland with two festive treats:
The Snow Queen
6 -11years
Oliver Jeffers’ Lost and Found
2-5years
Don’t forget....
NEW FoR 2010! Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Trail!Lola needs to tidy her room, but her things are absolutely, completely EVERYWHERE. Can you help her find them all again? An exciting trail around Polka’s building, to make your visit even more fun. And it’s FREE!
