Where theatre begins. Spring/Summer 2018 Season

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1 Where theatre begins Spring/Summer 2018 Season

2 Remember Welcome to when? My oldest children were very young when we came to see shows like Please Mrs Butler. I remember we felt moved and uplifted. Much later, Polka did versions of my Pinocchio, We re Going on a Bear Hunt and Happy Harry s Cafe. All were exciting, thoughtful, productions taking children seriously, engaging them in feelings and ideas. Michael Rosen Children s novelist, poet, performer and Polka Patron Welcome to our new Spring/Summer season at Polka. We re delighted to be presenting a feast of new productions, classes and workshops, celebrating some of the greatest living writers for children. With more than 4 million views on YouTube, Michael Rosen s is one of his most popular poems. Now published as a picture book, Polka are delighted to adapt it for the stage in a new musical version. Yum! We re also reviving a Polka Classic, an adaptation of Jacqueline Wilson s Double Act, adapted and directed by Vicky Ireland MBE. A gripping story about Ruby and Garnet, two very different twins. Share your special Polka memories with us As we approach our 40th birthday (in 2019), we d love you to send us your favourite memories of Polka. Whether you are aged 8 months or 80, your memory may be featured in our special anniversary play or in a living history display planned for our theatre redevelopment. To share your memories, please visit polkatheatre.com/rememberwhen For younger children in our Adventure Theatre, a few highlights are an extraordinary puppetry adaptation of Julia Donaldson s book The Everywhere Bear, and This is my Bed an unique collaboration with English Touring Opera. We are also very excited to present Techtopia, a festival of digital delights which explores how technology shapes our lives and our thinking. We look forward to seeing you soon. Peter Glanville, Artistic Director Box Office: polkatheatre New to Polka? Polka is one of the few theatres in the UK just for children. Our friendly venue is home to two theatres, a café, garden, playground and a fun-filled foyer with toys, books and a very popular dressing up trunk! Pop-in and play for free you don t need a ticket to come inside. We d love to see you. 3 1

3 Under new management With a delicious menu focusing on fresh natural ingredients prepared daily by our new cook, the Polka Café is a great spot to meet up with friends, have a bite to eat with the children before or after a show or just to catch your breath over coffee and homemade cake. Open: 9.30am 4.30pm (Wed Fri) 10.00am 4.30pm (Sat Sun) Wed 14 Sun 18 Feb Wizard Presents 6-12 I Believe in Unicorns By Michael Morpurgo An enchanting tale about the power of books and one boy s bravery Tomas hates reading and school, but his world is turned upside down the day he meets the Unicorn Lady in his local library, a place where the books hold more than stories within their pages... We challenge you not to believe in unicorns as we join Tomas interactive, spellbinding journey. Tickets: Adults & Children Concessions 10 Main Stage, 60 minutes See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts Thu 22 Feb Sun 4 Mar 5-11 Grandad s Island By Benji Davies Adapted for the stage & directed by Matt Aston Syd s favourite person in the whole wide world is Grandad. And Grandad s favourite person is Syd. Join the intrepid duo as they head off on a heart-warming adventure filled with songs, laughter and jungles that will change their lives forever Benji Davies s award-winning book is brought magically and sensitively to life by the team behind Flat Stanley and Red Riding Hood. Tickets: Adults & Children Concessions 10 Main Stage, 50 minutes See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts Thu 8 Sun 11 Mar Theatre Alibi The Boy Who Climbed Into The Moon From the book by David Almond Adapted by Daniel Jamieson 6-11 Anything s possible in this warm and very funny story by the award-winning writer of Skellig. Some pretty odd ideas are floating around Paul s street. There s Mabel, whose brother hides under a brown paper bag, and Clarence the poodle who thinks he can fly. But Paul has the oddest idea of all. He thinks that the moon is a big hole in the sky and he s going to climb into it... Tickets: Adults & Children Concessions 10 Main Stage, 60 minutes See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts 2 2 Party time at Polka! Everyone deserves a party, and we love organising them. Come and celebrate with a show followed by a Children s Tea Party and a run-around in the playground. Contact our Café Manager on or café@polkatheatre.com Box office:

4 Fri 23 Mar Sun 13 May A Polka Theatre production 4+ Chocolate Michael Rosen s Cake Adapted by Peter Glanville and Barb Jungr Music and songs by Barb Jungr When I was a boy, I had a favourite treat. It was when my mum made! Follow the adventures of two brothers and the night-time disappearance of a chocolate cake in this scrumptious new musical adaptation by the creators of We re Going on a Bear Hunt and How to Hide a Lion from Michael Rosen s beloved poem, which has just been published as a picture book. Ohhh! I LOVED 4 Tickets: Adults & Children 13.50, Concessions 10 Main Stage, 50 Minutes Relaxed Performance Sat 14 April, 11am Audio Described Performance Sat 5 May, 12.30pm Integrated BSL Performance Sat 12 May, 11.00pm Easter Holiday workshop Wed 11 April, see p24 See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts Box Office: Photography by Joakim Blockström 5

5 Wed 28 Feb Sun 4 Mar Half Moon presents a Daniel Naddafy production Welcome to a world of shiny things. Welcome to Glisten! Come on a gentle and immersive journey exploring the world of reflective materials wrapped up in a soundscape of evocative yet laidback music. Watch as the theatre fills with colour, sounds and surprises, creating a sensory landscape ready to explore after the performance is over. Tickets: Adults & Children Concessions 9 Adventure Theatre, 40 minutes See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts 0-18 mths Glisten Wed 4 Sun 15 Apr Open Attic Company Join us as we traverse stormy seas and reckless tides to bring you this funny tale about a man all alone, a friendly puffin, and a whole lot of fuss over nothing. Using puppetry, beautiful music, and good old fashioned storytelling, this delightful show is about old habits, new friendships, and stepping out into the unknown! Tickets: Adults & Children Concessions 9 Adventure Theatre, 45 minutes See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts 4+ Much Ado About Puffin Wed 13 Sun 24 Jun English Touring Opera in association with Polka Theatre 2-5 This is My Bed An opera about bedtimes, bears and dreams. And a bed with a mind of its own! There s one thing about your bed. It s your very own bed. Except somebody else seems to think it s their bed too. And then the bed itself has its own ideas, and can turn itself into a bus or a train or a rocket. And when a bear turns up one night it whisks you off to meet the very things you re frightened of. Thank goodness there are some unexpected friends to help you along your way. Performed by three singers and two players, and full of fabulous songs, characters and animation, This Is My Bed is the latest of ETO s award-winning operas for children. It was written with the help of students from Perseid Special School in Merton. Tickets: Adults & Children 12.50, Concessions 9 Adventure Theatre, 45 minutes and young people with SEN and ASD See p26 29 for the Performance Diary and Group Discounts

6 Fri 15 Jun Sun 5 Aug A Polka Theatre production Jacqueline Wilson s Double 8+ Act Adapted and directed by Vicky Ireland Get ready for twin trouble Meet Ruby and Garnet. They re twins, identical and inseparable and do absolutely EVERYTHING together. But their lives are about to change. Recently, Dad s gone a bit weird. He s been acting strange ever since he started dating that frizzy dizzy Rose. And now he s only gone and bought a bookshop in the country Vicky Ireland s funny and gripping stage adaptation, based on Jacqueline Wilson s multi award-winning book, was an instant hit when it premiered at Polka in 2003 and loved by thousands of children during a UK tour. Tickets: Adults & Children 13.50, Concessions 10 Main Stage, approx. 1 hour 50 minutes (including interval) Relaxed Performance Sat 28 July, 11am Audio Described Performance Sat 28 July, 11am 8 Summer Holiday Workshop: Wed 1 August, see p25 See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts Box Office: Photography by Joakim Blockström 9

7 Fri 6 Jul Sun 26 Aug A Polka Theatre, Little Angel Theatre and Royal & Derngate, Northampton production The Everywhere 3-6 The Everywhere Bear has a home on a shelf But he doesn t spend very much time by himself, For each boy and girl in the class is a friend And he goes home with one of them every weekend. By Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb Adapted and directed by Peter Glanville Bear A tender tale from the creators of The Paper Dolls The Everywhere Bear has a wonderful time with the children in Class One, but one day he gets more than he bargained for when he falls unnoticed from a backpack and embarks on his own big adventure! He s washed down a drain and whooshed out to sea, rescued by a fishing boat, loaded onto a lorry, carried off by a seagull... how will he ever make it back to Class One? This captivating and beautiful new story from best-selling author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Rebecca Cobb springs to life with rhyme, original music and delightfully expressive puppets in Polka s fun and exciting stage adaptation. Based on the book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Rebecca Cobb Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb, 2017, Macmillan Children s Books Tickets: Adults & Children 12.50, Concessions 9 Adventure Theatre, 45 minutes Relaxed Performance Sat 28 July, 2.35pm BSL Performance Sat 4 Aug, 11.05am See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts 10 Box Office:

8 Thu 24 May Sun 3 Jun All Festival Photography by Joakim Blockström

9 Performances Workshops and talks Astonishing adventures in a digital world Celebrate, explore and question how technological innovation shapes all our lives and thinking through a thrilling and exhilarating programme of theatre from the UK and beyond, interactive workshops, debates and unique creative learning experiences. Throughout the Festival, Polka's foyer will be abuzz with free activities and interactive art installations including storytelling in an enchanted forest, digital wallpaper, a climate fortune-teller and the University of Nottingham s latest research. We'll be adding more performances, workshops and talks in the coming months so check our website for more details or sign up for our e-newsletter: See p26 29 for the performance diary and age policy. Tickets Performances: (unless specified) Workshops, Talk and Debates: 8 (unless specified) Thu 24 & Fri 25 May Presented by BonteHond ipet A three-dimensional show with cuddly devices Two magicians happily start their act, creating balloon animals and doing magic tricks by pulling bananas out of ipads, just the way it's supposed to be. But the ipad reveals itself as a cheeky prankster who disrupts the entire show. Eventually, no one knows who controls who anymore. Adventure Theatre, 40 minutes Wed 30, Thu 31 May & Fri 1 Jun ARC Stockton present a Polka Theatre Production Error 404 Written and performed by Daniel Bye Join him on a weird and wonderful interactive adventure through the deepest questions about what it means to be human. Adventure Theatre, 65 minutes 8-11 There's a boy. Maybe he's just like you except that his best friend is a robot. Wed 30 & Thu 31 May 7-12 OVALHOUSE presents Random Selfies A new play by Olivier Award-winning writer Mike Kenny and designed by illustrator Rachana Jadhav. As part of a three-year exploration into the impact of child loneliness, Random Selfies will be performed on a digitally animated set, which will bring to life ten-year-old Loretta's vivid imagination. Main House, Duration: TBC Sat 2 & Sun 3 Jun A Polka Youth Theatre production by Andy Alty Dreaming the Future 5 + Close your eyes and think about the future. What do you see? Artificial intelligence, light-speed computers, wearable technology, cities in the sky? Where do we want to go next? What will the world look like? This play, written with and performed by young people in Merton, will answer some of these questions. Join us in dreaming the future. The only limits are our imaginations... Main Stage, 40 minutes Fri 25 May, 10.30am & 2pm Screen Time for Babies 0-1 Rachael Bedford, a Post-Doctoral Researcher at the Institute of Psychiatry at Kings College London, will lead a workshop on the effects of screen time on babies. 60 minutes 8-12 Sun 27 May, 11.05am & 3.05pm The World of Supersaurs In this interactive workshop Jay Jay Burridge, the creator of Supersaurs will show how his first two books Raptors of Paradise and The Stegosorcerer come to life through technology and art. Can you make your own Supersaur? 90 minutes Wed 30 May, 7pm A Digital Artist Author, artist and former BBC children's TV presenter Jay Jay Burridge is keen to dispel the myths that technology and art should be divided. He believes they can and should work side by side and explains how through his new series Supersaurs. 60 minutes Sat 2 & Sun 3 Jun, 10.35am Animated worlds with Come and learn how to create stop frame characters for a woodland world; see how technology and projectors can be used with actors to create an awesome animated theatre world. Can accommodate children with a range of abilities, including children with learning difficulties and access needs, with carers. 6 hour day workshop, 40 14

10 Wed 8 Sun 19 Aug A Lyngo Theatre production Jack and By 3+ Visiting Polka welcomes the best shows for early years from around the UK and Europe thebeanstalk Marcello Chiarenza thebeanstalk Tickets Adventures 12.50, Concessions 9 () In the Adventure Theatre Fee Fi Fo Fum! It s a giant of a show, we d love you to come! The classic fairy tale gets the Lyngo Theatre treatment so expect lots of surprises and beautiful images as Patrick Lynch (from Cbeebies) tells the gripping story of Jack who sells his cow for five magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds. It s a show with something for everyone enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold and a big, leafy explosion! Fri 9 Sun 11 Mar, 45 mins + 15 mins meet and greet after the show The Puppetellers Videk s Shirt By Fran Levstik 2-5 Videk is a small boy who is very friendly with all the animals in the countryside. One day the wind blows away his raggedy shirt and Videk gets very cold but who can help him? Join Videk and his animal friends to learn how the sheep s wool is made into a lovely new warm shirt. Tickets: Adults & Children 13.50, Concessions 10 Main Stage, 50 minutes See p26 29 for the Performance Diary, Age Policy and Group Discounts Fri 16 Sun 18 Mar, 50 mins 3-6 Norwich Puppet Theatre The Steadfast Tin Soldier The tale of a resilient one legged toy soldier and his extraordinary adventures out in the world. This playful retelling of Hans Christian Andersen s story uses puppetry, projected animations, music and shadow play for a unique theatrical experience. Fri 23 Sun 25 Mar, 50 mins 4-7 A Thousand Cranes in association with artsdepot The Little Mochi Man It s almost New Year and Little Mochi Man, tired of being bullied for being small, decides to run away. Join him on his adventures from the snowy mountains of Hokkaido, to the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. With origami puppets, animation and specially composed music, this is the perfect introduction to Japan for young children. 18

11 Fri 30 & Sat 31 Mar, 45 mins Hand to Mouth Theatre Town Mouse, Country Mouse A tale of bravery and mousey derring-do as Hickory goes into the Big Wide World and meets Dickory the Town Mouse, and with the help of the audience, subdue Doc, the predatory cat. Two of Aesop s Fable in one funny, musical and dramatic puppet play. Fri 11 Sun 13 May, 40 mins Garlic Theatre Three Billy Goats Gruff A simple story of three hungry goats and a grumpy old troll with a gentle ecological message, told with puppets and live music and singing. Watch out for the dance of the goats, the flying troll and loads and loads of rubbish! Fri 20 Sun 22 Apr, 30 mins Touched Theatre Twinkle Twinkle There are melodies that live in all of us. No one knows that more than Marty the Puppy, whose bedtime songs and play-time with his Dad are the best part of his day. A beautiful adventure in music and light, featuring puppetry, magical interaction and a gorgeous score. 1-3 Fri 18 Sun 20 May, 45 mins Hand to Mouth Theatre Jack at The Beanstalk Café Watch and giggle as two full-grown adults play with their food as they search for the recipe for the perfect story. This nourishing bean-feast of stories in the Beanstalk Café, includes the sweet and sour tale of The Old Woman in a Vinegar Bottle, and a tasty take on Jack and the Beanstalk. 3-6 Fri 27 Sun 29 Apr, 40 mins 1-3 Lyngo Theatre Egg and Spoon Join us for a romp through the seasons opening all the gifts of nature, and a gentle introduction to the magic of theatre. Meet Birdy, still hiding in his glowing egg, run through the rain and the falling leaves and sleep under the snow till the sun wakes us up for the butterfly party. Fri 8 Sun 10 June, 45 mins M6 Theatre Company and Polka Theatre Whatever the Weather Two whimsical characters learn to share the endlessly surprising world of an Alpine Weather House in this humorous and highly visual show for the very young. Winner of Best Production for Children and Young People, OFFIES Fri 4 Sun 6 May, 40 mins 3-6 Lori Hopkins Sourpuss Sourpuss is a very grumpy, ginger cat. When shut out of the house he feels lost and confused, but the beautiful garden soon intrigues him. Watch Sourpuss enjoy learning the secrets of the great outdoors. From buzzing bees to a chirpy robin, stinky rubbish and vibrant flowers, this visual show is a feast for little eyes. More Adventure Theatre shows, see page 6 for more details Wed 28 Feb Sun 4 Mar Glisten A gentle and immersive show exploring the world of reflective materials wrapped up in a gentle soundscape mths Wed 4 Sun 15 Apr Much Ado About Puffin 4 + A funny tale about old habits, new friendships, and stepping out into the unknown! 20

12 Act, dance, create, explore at Polka we have opportunities for everyone to get involved. From holiday workshops to after-school clubs, children can step behind the scenes to create their own performances, have fun and learn new skills. Every Wednesday 2 May 11 July Act 1 Polka s weekly drama club for ages 5 7 in Key Stage It s show term! A gentle introduction to drama for ages 5 7. Polka s acting experts will work with children to devise their own performance using storytelling, movement and imaginative games. 85 per term 5 7 (Key Stage 1) pm No session on Wednesday 30 May Culminating in a performance on the main Polka Stage! Every Friday 27 April 6 July Creative Explorers These weekly 45 minute sessions delivered by one of Polka s experienced workshop leaders will focus on using imaginative play, movement, games and stories to develop communication and social skills, build confidence and encourage self-expression. 70 per term 2 3 (Mini Explorers) pm (one parent and one child admitted per ticket) 3 4 (Foundation) pm 4 5 (Reception) pm No session on Friday 1 June 2-5 If you take part in a Polka workshop, it counts towards your Arts Award. Every Wednesday 2 May 11 July Act 2 Polka s weekly drama club for ages 7 9 in Key Stage 2 It s show term! Start exploring acting and performance skills in a fun, friendly environment. Children will learn improvisation and role play techniques, characterisation exercises and will devise their own group performance. 85 per term 7 9 (Key Stage 2) pm 7-9 Every Thursday 19 April 3rd June 9-14 Polka Youth Theatre Show Term! Our Polka Youth Theatre offers a unique opportunity for anyone aged 9 14 to work with leading theatre professionals and receive expert drama training. This term we will be working with playwright, Andy Alty on an original script that explores our relationship with technology and the digital world. The Youth Theatre will collaborate with the writer and perform the play on our Main Stage as part of Polka s Techtopia Festival. 110 per term 9 14 Thu 19 Apr 24 May 4.30pm 6.30pm Fri 1 June: Show rehearsal & technical run 10.00am 3.00pm Including three Sat 2 June: Performance at 11.00am & 2.00pm performances No session on Wednesday 30 May Sun 3 June: Performance at 2.00pm during Techtopia Culminating in Festival on 2nd a performance & 3rd June on the main Box office: Polka Stage!

13 WORK SHOPS Easter Holiday Wed 11 Apr Chocolate Cake Hunt The cake has gone missing! Explore Michael Rosen s story in this creative and imaginative drama and craft workshop am 3.30pm Please remember to bring a packed lunch to all-day workshops Thu 12 Apr May Half Term Wed 30 May Digiplay Work with a director to create your own series of plays that look at different scenarios in the digital world. There will be a fun and fast pace mixture of improvisation exercises, role play, physical and text work all looking to promote the rights of children online and let participants engage with the themes around our Techtopia Festival am 3.30pm Spring into Action! 8-14 Come and work with a professional actor/musician to perform to family and friends. Explore different performance techniques including devising, characterisation and physical theatre am 3.30pm Thu 31 May Puppet Lab Making Monsters 6-9 Enter our puppet laboratory and spend the day exploring the future! Play Frankenstein and create your own monster or friend, or friendly monster. Make, perform and take away your very own companion! am 3.30pm Fri 13 Apr Easter Bunnies in Training Our stories have gone missing! These are no ordinary Easter Bunnies! Explore what it takes to be a tip top Easter bunny in this bouncy movement and drama workshop , 10.00am 11.00am (one parent and one child admitted per ticket) 3 5, 11.15am 12.15pm (for children only) Fri 1 Jun Join The Dots Working in tandem with the Techtopia Festival, this music and movement workshop will take you on an exciting journey through the worlds of light, colour and imagination , 10.00am 11.00am (one parent and one child admitted per ticket) 3 5, 11.15am 12.15pm (for children only) Summer Holiday Wed 1 Aug Play in a Day! Double Act 6-9 Create your very own play inspired by Jacqueline Wilson s Double Act to perform to family and friends at the end of the day. There will be a mixture of improvisation exercises, roleplay, physical and text work so bring lots of creativity and come prepared to play am 3.30pm Thu 2 Aug Move on Up! Summer Schools Mon 6 Fri 10 Aug Musical Puppet Theatre 8-14 Get into the swing of summer in this energetic dance workshop. Work with our professional dancer to create your own unique moves and build your own dance routine to show to family and friends at the end of the day am 3.30pm 6-9 Perform on the Polka Main Stage! Work with our professional puppeteer and musical director to create your very own show to perform to family and friends at the end of the week. 150 for the week 10.30am 3.30pm Mon 13 Fri 17 Aug Fri 3 Aug Sandy Stories Summer Stage Show 3-5 Seek out some shade to enjoy stories inspired by the beach in this multi-sensory drama and craft workshop , 10.00am 11.00am (one parent and one child admitted per ticket) 3 5, 11.15am 12.15pm (for children only) Take Part Age Policy: Before booking please take note of the specified age range for each Take Part activity 8-14 Budding actors can spend a week training and working with a professional theatre director to explore a variety of drama techniques, learn new skills and create a new piece of theatre to perform for friends and family on the Polka Main Stage. 150 for the week 10.30am 3.30pm Box office: Office:

14 World of Stories and Music Get inspired with a FREE Saturday morning of storytelling. Featuring some of the most dynamic spoken word artists and storytellers in the UK today. Free tickets for World of Stories and Music are available to book online one month before each storytelling session but are limited in number. Tickets are only bookable online and are subject to a 1.50 transaction charge Sat 3 March Veronica Needa Sat 7 April George Fiawoo Sat 5 May Olivia Armstrong Sat 9 June Arji Manuelpillai Sat 7 July Alys Torrance General information OPENING TIMES Wed Fri: 9.30am 4.30pm Sat Sun: 10am 4.30pm (Open later for evening shows) Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB AGE POLICY To help you choose a suitable show for your child, please take note of the age recommendation for each performance. MAIN STAGE AGE POLICY Unless otherwise stated, children under 4 will only be admitted to All Welcome performances, indicated by an in the diary on p ADVENTURE THEATRE AGE POLICY This is a more informal space and so you are welcome to bring younger children of all ages, although we do still ask you to take note of the age recommendation for each show. ALL AGES WELCOME These performances, available for certain Main Stage shows, allow you to bring younger siblings and friends, including babes in arms and toddlers. Please note that these shows are not altered in any way but allow the whole family to see the show together. BABIES AND TODDLERS Baby-changing facilities and a buggy park are available at the theatre and café staff will happily warm up baby food. HOW TO BOOK Online: Select your own seats at By Phone: Mon Fri: 9.30am 5.30pm Sat Sun: 10am 4.30pm In person: Opening times Wed Fri: 9.30am 4.30pm Sat Sun: 10am 4.30pm CONCESSIONS Available for those in receipt of Jobseekers Allowance, Disability Living Allowance or PIP (Personal Independence Payment). Unfortunately we do not offer concessions for Senior Citizens. GROUP DISCOUNTS Main Theatre shows: Save 1 per ticket book 6+ Save 2 per ticket book 12+ Adventure Theatre shows: Save 50p per ticket book 6+ Save 1 per ticket book 12+ Group discounts cannot be used in conjunction with other offers or concessions. For school group ticket prices call REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES We are unable to 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. HIRING THE THEATRE The Main Theatre and other rooms are available to hire for conferences, meetings, parties, film screenings and launches. Call Hilary on or hires@polkatheatre.com ACCESS We are committed to making Polka accessible to everyone. If you have any access requirements, please let us know when booking. Wheelchair access Induction loop BSL performances Audio Described performances Working dogs welcome Relaxed performances Accessible toilet Touch tours Specialist workshops scripts available in advance Large print brochure available by request MAILING LIST Please contact the Box Office or sign up online HOW TO FIND US Polka Theatre is a short walk from Wimbledon Station and South Wimbledon Underground Station. For a map and details on how to get to Polka please visit Bus 57, 93, 219, 131 stop outside Polka Theatre 156, 163, 164, 200, stop nearby Tube Wimbledon (District Line) South Wimbledon (Northern Line) Train Wimbledon (14 minutes from Waterloo) Tram Wimbledon Bike There is a cycle rack at the theatre Parking There are car parks in Wimbledon Town Centre and limited pay-and-display bays near the theatre. 26

15 STAGE IN BLUE ADVENTURE THEATRE IN GREEN FOYER IN ORANGE KEY Schools Performance Families are welcome to attend school performances, but please check availability in advance by calling Reduced-price Preview All Welcome See p 24 for Polka s Age Policy Relaxed Performance Audio Described Performance Integrated BSL Performance Merton School Holidays Weekends DIARY MAIN February June July August We 14 I Believe In Unicorns /2.00 Hushabye 3-5yrs 11.05/2.05 Th 15 I Believe In Unicorns /2.00 Hushabye 3-5yrs 11.05/2.05 Fr 16 I Believe In Unicorns /2.00 Hushabye 6m - 2yrs 11.05/2.05 Sa 17 I Believe In Unicorns /2.00 Hushabye 3-5yrs 11.05/2.05 Su 18 I Believe In Unicorns /2.00 Hushabye 6m - 2yrs 11.05/2.05 Th 22 Fr 23 Grandad s Island Tidy Up 10.35/1.05 Grandad s Island Tidy Up 10.35/1.05 Sa 24 Grandad s Island /2.30 Tidy Up 11.05/2.35 Su 25 Grandad s Island /2.30 Tidy Up 11.05/2.35 We 28 March Th 1 Fr 2 Grandad s Island Glisten 10.35/12.15/1.45 Grandad s Island Glisten 10.35/12.15/1.45 Grandad s Island Glisten 10.35/12.15/1.45 Sa 3 World of Stories Grandad s Island /3.30 Glisten 12.35/2.00/3.35 Su 4 Grandad s Island /2.30 Glisten 11.05/12.30/2.35 Th 8 Fr 9 The Boy Who... The Boy Who... Videk s Shirt 10.35/1.05 Sa 10 The Boy Who /2.30 Videk s Shirt 11.05/2.35 Su 11 The Boy Who /2.30 Videk s Shirt 11.05/2.35 Fr 16 Tin Soldier 10.30/1.05 Sa 17 Tin Soldier 11.00/2.00 Su 18 Tin Soldier 11.00/2.00 Fr 23 Little Mochi Man 10.35/1.05 Sa /2.30 Little Mochi Man 11.05/2.35 Su /2.30 Little Mochi Man 11.05/2.35 We 28 Th 29 Fr /2.30 Town Mouse 11.05/2.35 Sa /2.30 Town Mouse 11.05/2.35 April EASTER SUNDAY CLOSED We /2.30 Th /2.30 Fr /2.30 Sa 7 World of Stories /3.00 Much Ado /3.05 Su /2.30 We /2.30 Th /2.30 Fr /2.30 Sa /2.30 Su /2.30 We 18 Th 19 Fr 20 Twinkle Twinkle 10.35/12.00/1.30 Sa /2.30 Twinkle Twinkle 11.05/1.00/2.35 Su /2.30 Twinkle Twinkle 11.05/1.00/2.35 We 25 Th 26 Fr 27 Egg and Spoon 10.35/1.05 Sa /2.30 Egg and Spoon 11.05/2.35 Su /2.30 Egg and Spoon 11.05/2.35 May We 2 Th 3 Fr 4 Sourpuss 10.35/1.05 Sa 5 World of Stories /3.00 Sourpuss 12.35/3.05 Su /2.30 Sourpuss 11.05/2.35 We 9 Th 10 Fr 11 Three Billy Goats 10.35/1.00 Sa /2.30 Three Billy Goats 11.05/2.35 Su /2.30 Three Billy Goats 11.05/2.35 Fr 18 Jack & Beanstalk 10.30/1.05 Sa 19 Jack & Beanstalk 11.00/2.00 Su 20 Jack & Beanstalk 11.00/2.00 Th 24 ipet 11.00/2.00 Fr 25 ipet 11.00/2.00 Su 27 World of Supersaurs 11.05/3.05 We 30 Random Selfies 11.30/3.00 Error /3.05 A Digital Artist 7.00 Th 31 Random Selfies 11.30/3.00 Error /3.05 Fr 1 Error /3.05 Sa 2 Dreaming the /2.00 Animated worlds Su 3 Dreaming the Animated worlds Fr 8 Whatever /1.00 Sa 9 World of Stories Whatever /2.00 Su 10 Whatever /2.30 We 13 This Is My Bed 10.35/1.05 Th 14 This Is My Bed 10.35/1.05 Fr 15 Double Act This is My Bed 10.35/1.05 Sa 16 Double Act /2.30 This is My Bed 11.05/2.35 Su 17 Double Act /2.30 This is My Bed 11.05/2.35 We 20 Double Act This is My Bed 10.35/2.05 Th 21 Fr 22 Double Act This is My Bed 10.35/2.05 Double Act This is My Bed 10.35/2.05 Sa 23 Double Act /2.30 This is My Bed 11.05/2.35 Su 24 Double Act /2.30 This is My Bed 11.05/2.35 We 27 Double Act Th 28 Fr 29 Double Act Double Act Sa 30 Double Act /2.30 Su 1 Double Act /2.30 We 4 Double Act Th 5 Double Act Fr 6 Double Act Everywhere Bear /2.05 Sa 7 World of Stories Double Act 2.00/5.00 Everywhere Bear /2.05 Su 8 Double Act /2.30 Everywhere Bear /2.35 We 11 Everywhere Bear 10.30/1.00 Th 12 Everywhere Bear 10.30/1.00 Fr 13 Everywhere Bear 10.30/1.00 Sa 14 Double Act 11.00/2.30 Su 15 Double Act /2.30 We 18 Double Act Everywhere Bear 10.35/2.05 Th 19 Double Act Everywhere Bear 10.35/2.05 Fr 20 Double Act Everywhere Bear 10.35/2.05 Sa 21 Double Act /2.30 Su 22 Double Act 2.30 We 25 Double Act 11.00/2.30 Everywhere Bear 11.00/2.35 Th 26 Double Act 2.30 Fr 27 Double Act /2.30 Sa 28 Double Act /2.30 Su 29 Double Act 2.00 For Take Part and Workshop dates and times please see pages We 1 Double Act 11.00/2.30 Th 2 Double Act 2.30 Fr 3 Double Act 11.00/2.30 Sa 4 Double Act /2.30 Everywhere Bear /2.35 Su 5 Double Act 2.30 We 8 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 Th 9 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 Fr 10 Sa 11 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 Su 12 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 We 15 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 Th 16 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 Fr 17 Sa 18 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 Su 19 Jack & Beanstalk /2.30 We 22 Th 23 Fr 24 Sa 25 Su 26 Relaxed Performances Aimed at children with learning disabilities, autism and sensory and communication disorders. Tickets for these performances must be booked by calling the Box Office. 28

16 Where theatre begins... Join Us. Support Us. Help us continue to share and create incredible theatre for children Whether you want to become a Family & Friends member or support Polka productions, the choice is yours. For full details, please see Support Us at or contact the Development team on Design: Eureka! Polka is a registered charity no Tickets: