Family Shows Coming to Yorkshire this Spring
These shows promise fun for all the family
MINISTRY OF SCIENCE
2ND MAY
Darlington Hippodrome
01325 405405
darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk
PSA: science is cool. The UK’s favourite science team are back and invite you to take a look at how science shapes the modern world.
THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA
12TH–14TH MAY
Hull City Hall
01482 300306
hulltheatres.co.uk
The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mum are sitting down to tea, but they don’t expect a tiger to be at the door. This fun family show is packed with sing-a-long songs and plenty of mayhem. Anyone who loves the well-known tale won’t want to miss this stage adaptation.
NORTH EAST AUTO SHOW
14TH MAY
Darlington Mowden Park
auto-show.co.uk
Paul Swift and his team are bringing their show to Darlington Arena to impress audiences with cars on two wheels, tight J turns and hundreds of show cars, plus entertainment for children. It’s a fun day out for the whole family, and kids go free with an adult.
ST LEONARD’S HOSPICE WOLDS WALK
20TH MAY
Yorkshire Wolds
stleonardshospice.org.uk
Choose from two glorious walks (12 or 18 miles) with stunning views across the Wolds to raise money for York’s St Leonard’s Hospice. Their team of volunteers will ensure you have a memorable day with drinks, refreshments and plenty of encouragement, and you can treat yourself to a celebratory pie when you complete the walk.
TWIRLYWOOS
24TH–25TH MAY
Square Chapel Arts Centre, Halifax
0343 208 6016
squarechapel.co.uk
Join Great BigHoo, Toodloo, Chickedy, Chick and their friends and expect mischief, music and surprises as they set sail in their big red boat. The Twirlywoos will be brought to life on stage with puppetry as your children enjoy this hour of fun and laughter. From the producers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show, Twirlywoos Live is fun theatre for all ages.
