Children & Families

October Half Term

Sat 19 Oct – Sun 3 Nov 2024

Join us this October half term for a fun-packed time for the whole family. Here at Lakeside Arts we have events for everyone. Take a peek at what's on below.

Theatre Shows

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Djanogly Theatre

A Tiger’s Tale

Sun 20 Oct 2024

Fun theatre from Mike Kenny, who brought us The Boy Who Cried Wolf. Suitable for ages 4+.

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The Little Prince

Sat 26 – Sun 27 Oct 2024

Mesmerising puppetry and beautiful original music in this stunning performance. Suitable for ages 5+.

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Pinocchio

Wed 30 Oct – Sun 3 Nov 2024

A new take on a classic tale, with a hilarious and high-energy performance. Suitable for ages 4+.

Theatre Show Workshops

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Performing Arts Studio

Make your own Pinocchio

Sun 3 Nov 2024

Alongside watching Pinocchio, join our crafty workshop to create your own. Ages 4+.

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Craft Among the Stars

Sun 27 Oct 2024

A fun and creative craft workshop. Suitable for ages 5+.

Workshops

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Performing Arts Studio

Maps with Meaning

Wed 30 Oct 2024

Inspired by our Grayson Perry exhibition this workshop is perfect for little creatives. For ages 8-10.

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Visual Arts Studio

Fairy Tale Print Workshop

Tue 29 Oct 2024

Our Paula Rego exhibition inspires this workshop for crafty kids. For ages 10-14.

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Learning Studio

Museum Explorers

Sat 19 Oct 2024

Free, drop in workshop. Get creative whilst learning about ancient crafts. Suitable for ages 7+.

Free exhibitions

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Djanogly Gallery

Grayson Perry: Man Hours

Sat 21 Sep 2024 – Sun 5 Jan 2025

Enjoy this free exhibition and the work of this witty and notable contemporary artist.

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A black and white illustration by Paula Rego based on the nursery rhyme Sing a Song of Sixpence.
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Djanogly Gallery

Paula Rego

Sat 21 Sep 2024 – Sun 5 Jan 2025

These prints combine fantasy, imagination, innocence, and cruelty, to explore life in all its complexity and mystery.

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Christmas at Lakeside: The Storm Whale

Family theatre based on the award-winning books.

Tuesday 10 December – Sunday 5 January. Suitable for ages 3+

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