polka season brochure for march - august 2013

March - August 2013

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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 New Wimbledon Theatre), Queens Road, St George’s Road, Hartfield Road and Hartfield Crescent.

Large print brochure available by request

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

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

Integrated Sign Language Performance

Working dogs welcome

Relaxed performances

Accessible toilet

Touch tours

Specialist workshops

Scripts available in advance

Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon London SW19 1SB

Box Office: 020 8543 4888www.polkatheatre.com

Tue - Fri: 9.30am - 4.30pm Sat: 10am - 4.30pm

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World-class theatre

for children ages 0 -13

With the support of the Culture programme of the European Union.

Behind the Scenes at Polka’s Open DaySunday 16 June 2013, 11am - 4pm

Go behind the scenes at Polka as we open the doors for our annual open day of free activities for all the family to enjoy. Expect storytelling, the chance to try on costumes, the chance to meet the writer of Charlie and Lola’s Extremely New Play and take part in lots of fun and games! We look forward to seeing you there and don’t forget to put the date in your diary.

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Grimm Tales 2

6 - 11 yrs

Kid Carpet 3

4 - 8 yrs

Comedy 4 Kids 3

6 - 11 yrs

Egg 4

4 - 7 yrs

Support Us 4

Charlie & Lola’s 5 - 6

Extremely New Play

4 - 7 yrs

Three Colours 7 - 8

2 - 4 yrs

Lullaby 9

0 - 12 mths

Visiting Adventures 10 - 12

World of Stories 12

Take Part 13 - 15

General Info 16

Diary 17 - 18

5 - 23 MARCH • MAIN THEATRE • 1 HOUR 35 MINUTES INC INTERVAL

Theatr Iolo presents

Playful, mischievous and deliciously scary fairy tales.

In the dead of night, the moon is hiding behind a cloud, and deep in the dark, dark forest two children are lost, scared and hungry…

How are we ever going to get out of this enormous forest?

A young girl, exhausted with work and deprived of a bed, lies down in the dirty ashes. Her stepsisters, with hearts as ugly as thorns, snigger at her.

Shake your leaves and branches, little tree,Shower gold and silver down on me.

Join the award-winning Theatr Iolo as they bring to life the magical stories of the Brothers Grimm, including Ashputtel (the original Cinderella story), Hansel & Gretel and Snow White.

Tickets £12Concessions £8

6 -11years

Please refer to our policy on under-aged children (page 16)

…to spring and summer at Polka with a great selection of shows and workshops for all the family to enjoy.

Select your own seat online!

We are excited to announce that you can now select your own seat when booking online for our Main House shows. Simply choose the performance date you want to come along to and select your favourite seat in the Main Theatre. Give it a try today!

29 MARCH 2013 • MAIN THEATRE • 45 MINUTES NO INTERVAL

Kid Carpet & Theatre Bristol present



4 -8years

A rock & roll musical for kids – back by popular demand!

Follow the adventures of a charismatic singer and his animal band (made up of a gorilla, a bear, a hedgehog and a badger) as they make friends, play games, contemplate the world and finally rock out at a grand dance contest. This lively and enchanting performance contains a unique mix of theatre, comedy, animation and original live music.

A fresh and fantastically fun show, that serves as a perfect introduction to the world of live performance.

Magic, music and… an egg!

Join these madcap birds on an adventure of a lifetime as they grapple with growing up and giving in to their natural instincts to take flight. And then of course they meet an egg!

Watch as this delightful story unfolds on a tiny, rustic set, exquisitely constructed out of twigs, feathers and shell. Guaranteed to entertain with magic, live music, plenty of action and an egg!

James Campbell is a stand up comedian for you and your children, and anyone who likes comedy without the rude words. His show may cover ways to make parsnips interesting, how to look a chicken in both eyes at the same time and why owls don’t like Easter. James may also attempt a new world record in badger hurdling and doing loop the loop with his 93 year old Auntie Histamine (contents may vary and the actual show may not involve any of the above). Side effects may include your sides hurting.

‘Absurdist Genius.’ The Guardian


6 -11years


Kid carpet and the noisy animals

3 - 13 APRIL 2013 • MAIN THEATRE • 40 MINUTES NO INTERVAL

Cahoots NI presents


4 -7years


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30 MARCH 2013 • MAIN THEATRE • 1 HOUR NO INTERVAL

James Campbell presents

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Polka Theatre is a registered charity which sparks the imagination and fuels a sense of discovery in children from every background and we need your support to continue to deliver our outstanding work.

There’s never been a better time to become a part of the Polka family as, thanks to a special grant from Arts Council England, every donation we receive from a new donor and any increased support from existing donors will be matched pound for pound.

To find out how you can be a part of all that we offer to children, call Leslie on 020 8545 8368, email [email protected] or visit www.polkatheatre.com/editorial/giving-to-polka

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Relaxed Performance (formerly Autism Friendly) Thu 11 Apr 11am

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27 APRIL - 17 AUGUST 2013 • MAIN THEATRE • 1 HOUR 15 MINUTES INC INTERVAL

Polka Theatre and BBC Worldwide present


£10 Saver Shows4 May 12.30pm, 29 May 11am*, 23 Jun 3.30pm, 1 Aug 2.30pm*, 13 Aug 11am(*Watch With Baby Show)

ExtremelyCharlie

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New PlayBased on the characters created by Lauren ChildAdapted by Jonathan Lloyd

Don’t miss everyone’s favourite brother and sister who are back onstage with their new show following Polka’s international hit Charlie and Lola’s Best Bestest Play.

Enter a magical journey through the seasons, as Charlie and Lola discover that everything is different and not the same. What will happen when Lola and her best friend Lotta absolutely promise to look after Sizzles the dog? And follow Charlie and his best friend Marv on a Pirate Squidbones adventure! Playful, funny and full of surprises, this extremely new play about friendship and adventures promises to be a treat for everyone.

Charlie and Lola TM ® and © Lauren Child 2005.Charlie and Lola is produced by Tiger Aspect Productions and distributed by BBC Worldwide Ltd. BBC logo TM & © BBC 1996

www.charlieandlola.comAfter-show TalkSat 11 May 2pm

Integrated Sign Language Performance Sat 25 May 2pm

Relaxed Performance (formerly Autism Friendly) Sat 8 June 2.30pm

Check out page 14 for lots of workshops inspired by Charlie and Lola’s Extremely New Play

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26 JUNE - 17 AUGUST 2013 • ADVENTURE THEATRE • APPROX 35 MINUTES

Norwich Puppet Theatre presents

Imagine a world where you areDiving into the deep blue seaHopping around with green frogsGazing into the crackling red of a bonfire Blue, green and red delights…

Bask in a world of colour in this interactive performance which explores vibrant sensory worlds. Three Colours places you and your children at the very centre of the experience, gently drawing you into wonderful imaginary landscapes where you can swim with fish, feel frogs nibble your toes, catch grasshoppers and listen to a gentle heartbeat… all magically created out of the colours of light.

With the use of projection, light, puppets, music and dance, this immersive performance promises to delight and tickle the imagination of the young.

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3 - 25 MAY 2013 • ADVENTURE THEATRE • 30 MINUTES

Polka Theatre presents

Tickets £15 Concessions £12 Screen Tickets £4(Includes a parent/carer and a baby)

0 - 12mths

Devised and composed by Natalie Raybould

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Lullaby – Bump Time

A chance to spend some time with you and bump in a designated performance for expectant mums only.

Look out for the in the diary.

Tickets £12Concessions £10 (Price includes the opportunity for partners to attend as observers and watch via the “big screen”)

To breathe, smile and relax Gurgle, babble and sing Explore, discover and play Lull, dream and be at peace with your baby

Cocooned within a charming setting and layered with musical and visual surprises, this playful experience will take you on a gentle journey of discovery with singer-performer Natalie Raybould.

Treat yourself to a performance to engage and share with your baby, with chill-out dreaming time – if needed!

Limited tickets are available for additional adult observers who are able to watch the action on the “big screen”. Please note that these tickets do not allow access to the performance.

Specifically designed for one parent/carer to participate with one baby.

Visiting Adventure tickets are £10. Schools, concessions and Polka Firsts £8 Group Bookings – buy 10 tickets get 11th free. All running times are approximations

visiting adventures

Fri 1 & Sat 2 Mar 3 - 6 yrs • 45 minsHand to Mouth Theatre presents

Jack & The Beanstalk CafeTwo customers at the Beanstalk Cafe tell each other stories using anything they can lay their hands on, including the tables, tablecloths, food and cutlery. The kitchen sink is an optional extra.

Watch as two full-grown adults play with their food and learn how many beans make five, using live animation, shadows, puppets and music. A witty, nourishing bean-feast of stories.

Fri 8 & Sat 9 Mar 4 - 7 yrs • 45 minsM6 Theatre Company presents

Mavis SparkleWith a Magician for a Dad and a Stargazer for a Mum, no wonder there’s more to Mavis than meets the eye!

A telescope in one hand, a feather duster in the other and a few tricks up her sleeve, Mavis is on a journey north – to see nature’s biggest light show with her own eyes. With a little help from her cheeky cuckoo clock, mischievous mop bucket and a nice cup of tea, Mavis moves ever closer to making her dream come true.

Tue 12 - Thu 14 Mar 6 mths - 2 yrs • 45 minsBirdsnest Theatre presents

WashFollow the adventure of a favourite toy needing its very first wash. With song, rhythm, puppetry and movement from his first dip in the warm soapy water to styling his soft clean fur. A multi-sensory experience allowing you to touch and feel each stage of his journey surrounded by the rhythm and songs of a world of laundry. Includes 10 mins play time.

With the support of the Small size Seeding Fund

Fri 15 & Sat 16 Mar 4 - 7 yrs • 45 minsRipstop Theatre presents

Sally and the SunflowerA delightful story of a very small girl, a very tall sunflower and a magical adventure. This enchanting and inventive re-telling of Jack and the Beanstalk uses puppetry, colourful projections and storytelling.

Fri 22 & Sat 23 Mar 4 - 7 yrs • 50 minsNorwich Puppet Theatre presents

The TinderboxA roguish soldier acquires a tinderbox, which gives him the power to magically summon three extraordinary dogs. The dogs bring him riches beyond his wildest dreams, but his fortunes quickly take a turn for the worse. Watch the soldier’s remarkable roller-coaster adventure reach dizzy heights and plunge dark depths.

Tue 26 - Sat 30 Mar 6 mths - 3 yrs • 45 minsHalf Moon and Tam Tam Theatre present

CuriousJourney into a world where kitchen meets garden and where pots and pans get mischievously mixed up with planters and pails.

A perfect giggle-making introductory experience to theatre that explores everyday objects in an interactive environment.

Includes 15 mins play time.

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Get inspired with a free morning of storytelling featuring some of the most dynamic spoken word artists and storytellers in the UK today.

How do I get tickets?Email [email protected] by 5pm on Monday 18 February with your name, address, the day you would like to attend and the number of tickets you would like (up to four per family). We’ll let you know if you have been allocated tickets by Monday 25 February.

Sat 2 Mar • 3+ yrsJoin Alex D Great for tales inspired by the Caribbean.

Sat 6 Apr • 4+ yrsNick Khan will perform some traditional Bangladeshi tales.

Sat 4 May • 3+ yrsJoin George Fiawoo for African storytelling and drumming.

Sat 1 Jun • 3+ yrsCelebrate Summer with Anansi Stories and other tales brought to life by Diana Olutunmogun.

Sat 6 Jul • 4+ yrsMeet the Yorkshire bog people. These rare and smelly creatures hate the light but love all things shiny! They invite all ‘who-mans’ to meet on the moor to hear their dark and dreadful story.

Cloud Man

Curious

The Tinderbox

Blown AwayPied Piper

Hue Boy

Just a Bit of Paper

Spot

There’s a Monster in my Piano

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World of stories and music

Small size, big citizens

Polka 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 - 6s and with a focus on performances for babies and toddlers aged 0 - 3. www.smallsize.org

Tue 2 - Sat 6 Apr3 - 5 yrs • 50 mins Birdsnest Theatre in association with Royal & Derngate Northampton present

Blown AwayOne windy night a small girl finds herself swept up and whisked away on an unforgettable journey with the wind. Flying through the air with the world so small below her she feels big, and when you’re big you can do anything at all!

Come and feel the wind in this beautiful and engaging show with live music, shadow puppetry and movement.


Tue 9 - Sat 13 Apr 4 - 7 yrs • 45 minsAilie Cohen Puppet Maker presents

Cloud ManCloudia has always had her head in the clouds. She is a cloud expert and all of her life she has dreamt of seeing a Cloud Man – an extremely rare creature who lives a quiet life high up in the sky.

Follow the clues to the very top of Cloud Mountain where the views are always surprising. If you are lucky, you may see something very special indeed.

Fri 19 & Sat 20 Apr 3 - 7 yrs • 45 minsNorwich Puppet Theatre presents

Pied PiperWhen the Pied Piper plays his flute the rats run, the greedy mayor rubs his hands and the children dance…

A humorous and irresistible show with puppetry, foot-tapping live music and storytelling.

Fri 26 & Sat 27 Apr 3 - 6 yrs • 1 hourLibellule Theatre presents

Just a Bit of PaperLet your thoughts unfold and ideas take flight as we join Scribble and Scraps in their playground of paper. Fold, tear, scrumple, scrunch, scribble and imagine in this highly interactive show. Little hands won’t be bored and ever inquisitive minds will be kept busy.


Wed 29 May - Sat 1 Jun 1 - 4 yrs • 30 minsLa Baracca presents

SpotI’m the sun in yellow, the sea in blue and fire in red… and when I turn red, I get excited! I’m a bright street; I’m a feast… and Oh! Now I’m dark and you can’t see me anymore! But you can listen, and hear me breathe. I don’t have hands, or legs or feet, but I can follow you around… I am Spot, and I tell stories.

Join Spot, the friendly and endearing stage light, in this fusion of lights, sound and movement told with simple words in English and Italian.

Sat 8 Jun 4 - 7 yrs • 40 mins Tutti Frutti presents

Hue BoyHue Boy has a problem that everyone is talking about… he is small and doesn’t seem to be growing “at all, at all”. His family and the villagers all have their opinions on what he should do and his school friends tease him. But still he does not grow. Until one day he understands what it is to be tall, despite his height. Be transported to a Caribbean village with this heart-warming book brought to life on stage.

Fri 14 & Sat 15 Jun4 - 7 yrs • 45 minsGarlic Theatre presents

There’s a Monster in my PianoQ: What do you do when you hear a strange munching noise inside a piano? A: Call the Piano Doctor of course. He might be able to help with his bag full of ears and his collection of weird and wonderful tools. But when he looks inside – the musical

notes are packing their bags and running away. What are they scared of and who is hammering at the keys?

A delightful offbeat jazzy tale, starring puppets, clowning, animation and a very highly strung monster!

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Four Seasons Mobile Morning with Charlie and LolaTue 28 May3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.30am - 12.45pm

Create decorative mobiles inspired by the four seasons in Charlie and Lola’s Extremely New Play. £18

Puppet Pageant with Charlie and LolaWed 29 May3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.45am - 1pm

Create 2D puppets inspired by the show and bring them to life in this drama and craft workshop. £18

Pirate Squidbone’s Super Duper Pirate Party with Charlie and LolaThu 30 May3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.45am - 1pm

Come dressed up as a pirate and ready for adventure as we explore pirate stories and go searching for hidden treasure in this swashbuckling workshop. £18

BEHIND THE SCENES: Designer for a Day Fri 31 May • 7 - 11 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

Meet our designer and create your very own set model box and costume designs for a Polka show. £30

Act, sing, dance, direct and create at Polka! Whatever you’re interested in, experience life behind the scenes by creating your very own work. There’s something for everyone, just take a peek at what we have on offer!Remember to bring a packed lunch to all day-long events.

Polka is now an Arts Award supporter venue. Did you know that if you take part in a workshop or see a show here, it now counts towards your Arts Award?

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Feathered FriendsTue 2 Apr • 4 - 5 yrs10 - 11.15am

Create some feathered friends inspired by the show Egg in this drama and craft workshop. £18

Open Wardrobe: Play in a DayWed 3 Apr • 7 - 11 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

If you missed out on our very first open wardrobe now is your chance to try on costumes and explore our props and puppets from past productions. Then bring them to life in your very own performance. £30

Spring Time Bugs & ButterfliesThu 4 & Fri 5 Apr3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am5 - 6 yrs 11.30am - 12.45pm

Create spring time creatures and bring them to life in this fun drama, storytelling and craft workshop. £36

Blossoms & Blooms Tue 9 Apr • 6 -10 yrs10am - 12.30pm

Welcome in the spring by creating origami blossoms and blooms this Easter holiday. £25

BEHIND THE SCENES: Actors Boot CampWed 10 Apr • 7 - 11 yrs10am - 3.30pm

Join our Boot Camp and explore everything you need to know about acting.You will be put through your paces with techniques, exercises and games used by professionals. £30

Musical Director for a Day Fri 12 Apr • 8 - 13 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

Create your very own songs inspired by a Polka show and perform them to family and friends. Bring an instrument if you play one but no previous experience is required. £30

Lola’s Summer Sunshine WorkshopTue 23 Jul3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.45am - 1pm

Lola wants to be the sun. Help her shine by creating sparkling sunshine windmills and headdresses and enjoy stories and songs inspired by summer. £18

Lotta and Lola’s Extremely Fishy WorkshopWed 24 Jul3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.45am - 1pm

Make your own fabulous 3D fish ponds inspired by Lola and Lotta’s favourite pond. £18

Sizzle’s Sizzling Sock Puppet WorkshopThu 25 Jul3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.45am - 1pm

Make sock puppet sausage dogs and bring them to life in this drama and craft workshop. £18

Leaf Printing with Lola and LottaFri 26 Jul3 - 4 yrs 10 - 11.15am4 - 5 yrs 11.45am - 1pm

Create leaf print collages on cloth in this craft workshop inspired by the show. £18

BEHIND THE SCENES: Dancer for a Day Tue 30 Jul • 7 - 11 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

Calling all dance fans! Don’t miss the chance to work with our professional dancer and choreographer to create your very own piece. £30

BEHIND THE SCENES: Heads & Tails Wed 31 Jul • 6 - 9 yrs 10am - 1pm

Create hats, headdresses and other costume pieces for a character with our designer.£25

BEHIND THE SCENES: Role Play for a DayThu 1 Aug • 8 - 13 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

Become an actor for the day by using improvisation and physical theatre to create short performances. £30

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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 to use, you don’t need a ticket to come inside!

Polka’s building is open Tue - Fri: 9.30am - 4.30pm Sat: 10am - 4.30pm

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 for under-age children and reserve the right to refuse them admission. Exceptions to this rule are the designated Watch With Baby performances – look out for this symbol in the Diary.

How to BookBy PhoneCall 020 8543 4888Mon 9.30am - 4.30pmTue - Fri 9.30am - 5pmSat 10am - 4.30pm

In personTue - Fri 9.30am - 4.30pmSat 10am - 4.30pm

OnlineVisit www.polkatheatre.com

DiscountsConcessions are available for those registered unemployed or receiving benefits (includes Pension Credits). A 20% concessionary rate is available for workshops. For group bookings, every eleventh ticket is free. Reduced-price preview tickets, where available, are limited to four per family. Free carer/companion tickets are available.

Refunds and ExchangesWe 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.

Access at PolkaEnjoy our free wireless internet access throughout our building available for you to use at anytime.

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]

general information

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/editorial/polka-cafe

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 details.

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Season SensationsTue 16 Apr - Tue 21 May3 - 4 yrs 3 - 3.45pm4 - 5 yrs 4 - 4.45pm

Use drama to explore a range of stories inspired by the seasons in this multi-sensory, storytelling and movement course. £42 for six weeks

Three ColoursTue 4 Jun - Tue 2 Jul3 - 4 yrs 3 - 3.45pm4 - 5 yrs 4 - 4.45pm

A multi-sensory journey exploring light, colours, movement and story, inspired by our Adventure Theatre show. £35 for five weeks

Polka Theatre are working in partnership with Merton Music Foundation to provide a series of Music Magnet workshops. Visit www.mmf.org.uk for more information.

after-school courses

Get your creative juices flowing and develop your own performance!

Picture PerfectWed 24 Apr - Wed 3 Jul (excluding w/c 27 May)

Bring in your favourite photographs and images to inspire you to devise and create a unique performance piece.

5 - 7 yrs 4 - 5pm£75 for ten weeks

7 - 9 yrs 5.15 - 6.30pm£85 for ten weeks

creative explorers courses for 3 - 5 yrs

playmaKers courses for 5 - 9 yrs

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Musical Puppet TheatreMon 5 - Fri 9 Aug • 6 - 9 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

Create your own puppet and bring it to life, working with our director, musician and puppeteer, in a musical story to share with family and friends on Polka’s stage. £100

Lights, Camera, Action! Summer SchoolMon 12 - Fri 16 Aug • 8 - 13 yrs10.30am - 3.30pm

Now’s your chance to craft your own action sequence with the help of the professional stage combat team and director. Devise your own characters and bring this all together to perform on stage at the end of the week. £100

summer schools

Main Theatre shows in violetAdventure Theatre shows in pinkFree Storytelling in blue

Diary Key

Free Storytelling

Schools Performance

Relaxed Performance

£10 Saver Show

Watch With Baby Performance

After-show Talk

Bump Time

Integrated Sign Language Performance

AUGUST 13

Th 1 Charlie & Lola 2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

Fr 2 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

Sa 3 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

Tu 6 Charlie & Lola 11.00/2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

We 7 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

Th 8 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

Fr 9 Three Colours 11.05/2.35


Tu 13 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35


Th 15 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35



JUNE 13

Sa 1 Storytelling 10.30 Charlie & Lola 12.30 /3.30 Spot 12.35/3.35

Fr 7 Charlie & Lola

Sa 8 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Hue Boy 11.05/12.30/2.35

Su 9 Charlie & Lola 12.30/3.30

Fr 14 Charlie & Lola Monster 10.35/2.05

Sa 15 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Monster 11.05/2.35

Su 16 Open Day 11.00 - 4.00

Fr 21 Charlie & Lola

Sa 22 Charlie & Lola 11.00/2.30

Su 23 Charlie & Lola 12.30 /3.30

We 26 Three Colours 10.35/2.05

Th 27 Three Colours 10.35/2.05

Fr 28 Charlie & Lola Three Colours 10.35/2.05

Sa 29 Charlie & Lola 11.00/2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35

Su 30 Charlie & Lola 2.00 Three Colours 12.00/2.05

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Fr 5 Charlie & Lola Three Colours 10.35/2.05

Sa 6 Storytelling 10.30 Charlie & Lola 12.30/3.30 Three Colours 12.35/3.35

Su 7 Charlie & Lola 2.00 Three Colours 12.00/2.05

Tu 9 Three Colours 10.30/2.00




Sa 13 Three Colours 10.30/2.00

Tu 16 Charlie & Lola 2.30 Three Colours 11.05/2.35












Watch With Baby

Watch With Baby shows are designated shows where families are invited to come along to see a show with all the family, no matter what age they are. These performances are not altered in any way, it simply means that the whole family are able to enjoy the show together. For further information please contact the Box Office on 020 8543 4888.

Relaxed Performances

Aimed at children with autism, learning disabilities and sensory and communication disorders who will benefit from a more relaxed atmosphere.Tickets for these performances must be booked through the Box Office on 020 8543 4888

APRIL 13

Tu 2 Blown Away 11.05/2.05

We 3 Egg 2.00 Blown Away 11.05/2.05

Th 4 Egg 11.00/2.00 Blown Away 11.05/2.05

Fr 5 Egg 11.00 Blown Away 11.05/2.05

Sa 6 Storytelling 10.30 Egg 12.30/3.00 Blown Away 12.35/3.05

Tu 9 Egg 11.00/2.00 Cloud Man 11.05/2.05

We 10 Egg 11.00 Cloud Man 11.05/2.05

Th 11 Egg 11.00 /2.00 Cloud Man 11.05/2.05

Fr 12 Egg 11.00 Cloud Man 11.05/2.05

Sa 13 Egg 11.00/2.00 Cloud Man 11.05/2.05

Fr 19 Pied Piper 11.05/2.05

Sa 20 Pied Piper 11.05/2.05

Fr 26 Bit of Paper 11.05/2.05

Sa 27 Charlie & Lola 11.00/2.00 Bit of Paper 11.05/2.05

Tu 30 Charlie & Lola

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MAy 13

We 1 Charlie & Lola

Th 2 Charlie & Lola

Fr 3 Charlie & Lola Lullaby 10.35/12.05/2.05

Sa 4 Storytelling 10.30 Charlie & Lola 12.30 /3.30 Lullaby 12.35/2.05/3.35

Tu 7 Charlie & Lola Lullaby 10.35/12.05/ 2.05/3.35

We 8 Charlie & Lola Lullaby 10.35/12.05/2.05

Th 9 Charlie & Lola Lullaby 10.35/12.05/ 2.05/3.35


Sa 11 Charlie & Lola 10.30 /2.00 Lullaby 10.35/12.05 / 2.05/3.35



Th 16 Charlie & Lola Lullaby 10.35 /12.05/ 2.05/3.35


Sa 18 Charlie & Lola 2.00 Lullaby 10.35/12.05/ 2.05/3.35



Th 23 Charlie & Lola Lullaby 10.35/12.05/ 2.05/3.35


Sa 25 Charlie & Lola 10.30 /2.00

Lullaby 10.35/12.05/ 2.05/3.35

Tu 28 Charlie & Lola 11.00/2.30

We 29 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Spot 11.05/2.35

Th 30 Charlie & Lola 11.00/2.30 Spot 11.05/2.35

Fr 31 Charlie & Lola 11.00 /2.30 Spot 11.05/2.35

MARCH 13

Fr 1 Jack & Beanstalk 10.35/2.05

Sa 2 Storytelling 10.30 Jack & Beanstalk 12.30/2.35

Tu 5 Grimm Tales

We 6 Grimm Tales

Th 7 Grimm Tales

Fr 8 Grimm Tales Mavis Sparkle 10.35/2.05

Sa 9 Grimm Tales 11.00/2.30 Mavis Sparkle 11.05/2.35

Tu 12 Grimm Tales Wash 10.35/2.05

We 13 Grimm Tales Wash 10.35/2.05

Th 14 Grimm Tales Wash 10.35/2.05

Fr 15 Grimm Tales Sunflower 10.35/2.05

Sa 16 Grimm Tales 11.00/2.30 Sunflower 11.05/2.35

Tu 19 Grimm Tales

We 20 Grimm Tales

Th 21 Grimm Tales

Fr 22 Grimm Tales Tinderbox 10.35/2.05

Sa 23 Grimm Tales 11.00/2.30 Tinderbox 11.05/2.35

Tu 26 Curious 11.00/12.30/2.05

We 27 Curious 11.00/12.30/2.05

Th 28 Curious 11.00/12.30/2.05

Fr 29 Kid Carpet 2.00 Curious 12.30/2.05

Sa 30 Comedy 4 Kids 2.00 Curious 11.00/12.30/2.05

polka season brochure for march - august 2013

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dudley road

bridges road

latimer road

ridley road

queens road

kings road

new wimbledon theatre