What's On The Singing Mermaid
Family theatre
Mayflower Theatre Southampton, SO15 1GE mayflower.org.uk
STARRING
LIAM FOX
S GRANDPA POTTS
TUE 30 APR SUN 12 MAY mayflower.org.uk
Tue 30 Apr to Sun 12 May Chitty Chitty Bang Bang The most fantasmagorical musical of all time flies into Mayflower Theatre for two weeks only starring Adam Garcia as the absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts! In a brand-new production of this much-loved family favourite this ravishing award-winning musical is bursting with unforgettable songs by the Sherman Brothers including Toot Sweets, Hushabye Mountain, Truly Scrumptious and of course the Academy Award nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Ages 5+. Thu 23 May to Sun 16 Jun Wicked Book tickets now for this awardwinning musical. Wicked will be on at The Mayflower Theatre, Southampton. 2pm & 7.30pm.
Accessible performances also available. See the website for details. Ages 7+. The Point Eastleigh SO50 9DE thepointeastleigh.co.uk Sat 16 Mar Exciting Science This brand-new, exciting and educational show will amaze and astound all ages. With fun and fact-filled experiments, watch in amazement as we recreate a volcanic eruption, turn a vacuum cleaner into a missile launcher, or take aim at you with the smoke blaster! Ages 4+. Sat 27 Apr Nick Cope’s Family Show Nick sings his uniquely crafted songs accompanied by his guitar and his beautifully animated projections. 11am & 2pm. Ages 3+. MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton SO14 7DU mayflowerstudios.org.uk Fri 8 to Sun 10 Mar Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book Based on the original book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it - it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her
There’s a Monster in Your Show Live at MAST Mayflower Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show at MAST Mayflower Studios, Thursday 25 to Saturday 27 April. A group of performers are preparing to start their show, but quickly discover they are not alone on stage. Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too! With an invitation to his friends, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn to join him, you can expect comedy and chaos as they help to create a magical show, learning about the joy of books and friendship along the way. A high-energy 50-minute adventure featuring lively original music, this show is the perfect introduction to live theatre. Find out more and book at mayflowerstudios.org.uk March/April 2024
that reading is fun? Brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs. Ages 3-8. Sat 16 Mar The Showstoppers’ Kids Show An improvised musical show for kids of all ages. From their imaginations to the stage – everything is made up on the spot entirely from audience suggestions, but grown-ups take heed: they ONLY take suggestions from kids! 2.30pm. Ages 6+. Thu 4 & Fri 5 Apr Science Museum: The Live Stage Show Join London’s world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting ways. 1.30pm. Ages 5+. Wed 10 to Sat 13 Apr The Gruffalo’s Child Follow The Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone. Ages 3+. Thu 25 to Sat 27 Apr There’s a Monster in Your Show Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series makes its debut as a brandnew musical show. Expect plenty of playful fun for your littlest ones as their favourite characters come to life in a show that is packed with interactive moments to enjoy together. All ages. Theatre Royal Winchester Winchester, SO23 8SB theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Sun 17 Mar Science Museum: The Live Stage Show Join London’s world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production. 1.30pm. Ages 5+.
Sat 23 & Sun 24 Mar The Gruffalo’s Child Follow The Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Ages 3+. Tue 2 & Wed 3 Apr Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it - it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun? Brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs. Ages 3-8. Sat 6 & Sun 7 Apr Dear Zoo Ben and Sally are searching for the perfect pet, but instead the zoo sent afar too big elephant, a far too grumpy camel, and a far too jumpy frog. Whatever will they send next?! With lots of laughs and audience interaction. Ages 1+. Sat 13 & Sun 14 Apr The Singing Mermaid This classic story by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, adapted for the stage with enchanting puppets by Lyndie Wright and music and songs by Barb Jungr, is a perfect piece of theatre for ages 3 to 8 and their families. The Berry Theatre Southampton, SO30 4EJ theberrytheatre.co.uk Sat 23 Mar Morgan & West’s Massive Magic Show for Kids Roll up, roll up! Morgan & West are back with a massive magic show for kids. Expect gawps, gasps, and guffaws in this relentlessly funny and fantastical magic filled extravaganza, guaranteed to delight all audiences. 3pm. Ages 5+. Thu 11 Apr The Bubble Show The Bubble Show is a unique blend of magic, storytelling, science and bubble art! Enjoy bouncy bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, smoke bubbles, square bubbles, giant bubbles, and even fire bubbles! 2pm. Ages 4+. Families Hampshire West 13