Reader’s reviews | Family shows and productions, movies for children, toys, activities et set.
Both acting and staging come together to bring alive a script that is quintessential Kafka, a grotesque satire of humanity, a probing of forced assimilation, and a questioning of the value of freedom, in a way that makes you laugh as you watch, but cry when you remember.
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When tested, BOGS boots turned out to be a very comfortable wear for children and adults alike. They also proved to be softer on the foot and considerably more flexible than most wellies. The unique design makes pulling them on and off easier, especially for children, and also makes the difficult task of sliding wellies on over jeans the work of a moment.
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. . . What happened next was truly amazing. Where the book had led me to understand Christopher’s world, the National Theatre’s production led me to feel it. Scenery, props, and soundtrack were all drafted in to assist with the creation of a whole world on stage; the world inside the protagonist’s mind.
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For the last five years, families across the North West (and beyond) have been enjoying the magical, mystical and mysterious delights of the Just So Festival. The festival is held annually each August at the stunning Rode Hall Estate near Congleton in Cheshire. . .
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We’re always on the look out for interesting days out for our little family; things that will entertain us all and help broaden our horizons. We really enjoy pottering around local farmers markets, trying new things, meeting small producers and helping to support our local economy. When we heard that the Foodies Festival was coming to Tatton Park we couldn’t resist getting tickets and seeing what all the fuss was about.
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The Gruffalo play (musical stage adaptation by Tall Stories) is simple but so much fun. It features a cast of three and lasts for an hour, which is long enough for the audience largely made up of the under 5’s and their parents. . . it is a brilliant Easter treat for families.
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It’s a great piece of Easter half term entertainment for any Scooby loving kids (and adults). The audience was rapt and clearly loved every minute of it. It was a bit scary, but it wouldn’t be Scooby Doo if someone wasn’t in peril at some point.
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‘The Seagull’ is a play which probes human nature, and our relationship with each other, but also with the arts and their development, so it is the perfect way for the Chris Honer to bow out as artistic director, and for the Library Theatre Company to move on under a different name at the new arts centre HOME.
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Charlie & Lola’s Extremely New Play has just begun its run at the Waterside Arts Centre in Sale, Greater Manchester. . . it is so much fun; it’s lively, engaging and most of all perfectly entertaining. . . and the perfect alternative to a pantomime this year.
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‘The Castaways’ is a perfect piece of theatre. It combines all the elements that work best on stage to tell the tale. A story of humanity and what it means to be people. Dance, drama and music are flawlessly interlinked to convey this story to the audience.
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The Lowry is probably the most family friendly theatre in Manchester. They have a huge range of shows, activities and exhibitions tailor made for families and small children. There’s plentiful parking in the shopping mall and it’s so easily accessible by public transport. This year The Lowry hosted ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo Live show from Australia.
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