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Family fun at The Everyman Theatre this summer

See all your favourite characters and entertainers on stage in Gloucestershire in the Everyman Theatre’s sizzling summer of family fun.

Get ready for a summer filled with laughter, magic and wonder as the Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, proudly presents its sensational line-up of family shows for summer 2023. From Winnie the Pooh to Iggle Piggle, these captivating productions are perfect for families looking to tick off a thrilling To Do List throughout the School Holidays.

Grab your flippers and snorkel for an aquatic adventure
Kicking off the school holidays in style is the hilarious Splash Test Dummies. Join these extraordinary Australian circus artists on July 18th and 19th on a joyous oceanic adventure featuring breath-taking stunt work, dexterous juggling and side-splitting slapstick comedy, perfect for all of the family.
Tickets for the Splash Test Dummies start from £16.

Help IgglePiggle find his friends
Prepare for enchantment as In The Night Garden Live takes to the Everyman Theatre stage on Saturday 22nd July. Witness your favourite characters from the TV show, including Makka Pakka and IgglePiggle, bought to life in mesmerising full-size costumes, magical puppets and captivating music. Don’t miss the amazing flying Pinky Ponk!
Tickets for In The Night Garden start at £19.00.

Enter a magical world of myths and legends
Calling all brave heroes! from 3rd – 5th August you can embark on a mythical adventure with Dragons and Mythical Beasts! This interactive show will transport audience members to a world of legends and wonders where you will be introduced to a whole host of creatures including the colossal Stone Troll, mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku, the not-so-sweet Tooth Fairy and an adorable unicorn, and a gigantic roaring dragon.
Tickets for Dragons and Mythical Beasts start at £15.

Help plan the ultimate birthday party
Join Sarah and Duck on Monday 7th August as they plan the ultimate circus soiree to celebrate Scarf Lady’s birthday. With entertainment lined up from a whole host of friends, including The Ribbon Sisters, The Shallots, Flamingo & John and Umbrella, the party is ready to go!
Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of this beloved duo, Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday will delight audience members of all ages.
Secure your tickets to the party now, starting from £16.

Meet a tea-guzzling tiger
Get ready for a wild and delightful experience as The Tiger Who Came To Tea leaps onto the Everyman stage from 10th – 12th August. Direct from the West End, this Olivier-award nominated smash hit show, which is based on the ever popular children’s book by Judith Kerr, will enchant with it’s magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos.
Tickets for The Tiger Who Came To Tea start from £16.

Be wowed by bubbles that defy science!
On August 29th, be amazed by The Bubble Show, presented by The Highland Joker. This unique blend of storytelling, science and bubble art will leave families spellbound. Marvel at bouncy bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, smoke bubbles and even fire bubbles!
Tickets for The Bubble Show start from £14.

Gawp, gasp and guffaw at fantastic magic
Morgan and West return to the theatre on Wednesday 30th August with their trademark wit, whimsy, and wall-to-wall silliness as they present their Massive Magic Show For Kids. Prepare to be dazzled as these talented magicians entertain both children and their childish grown-ups with their incredible illusions.
Get your tickets now, starting at £14.

Take a trip to Hundred Acre Wood
Round off the summer holidays, with a trip to see the iconic characters from Disney’s Winnie the Pooh, including Piglet, Eeyore, Rabbit, Kanga, Roo, Owl and Tigger, in a show filled with stunning puppetry. Let young imaginations run wild with this heart-warming show featuring the Sherman Brothers’ classic Grammy Award-winning music.
Tickets for Winnie The Pooh start from £20.