The Magical Forest - A Storytelling Adventure with Polka Theatre, 1 - 2 years

Price: £6.00 Info & Tickets
Info & Tickets

Step into a magical forest on a sensory storytelling adventure, where you and your little one will encounter friendly animal characters, playful fairies and a world of nature-inspired textures, sounds and sights.

Led by Polka Theatre’s specialist practitioner, this gentle, interactive workshop blends sensory play, music and movement to spark curiosity, nurture imagination and deepen connection, a special shared experience for children and their grown-ups.  

We also have The Magical Forest workshops for ages 0-12 months and 2-4 years.

This event does not include a visit into the Globe Theatre. Extend your experience with a Globe Theatre Guided Tour.

These workshops are designed for children aged 1-2 and their grown-ups. All under 18s must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult throughout the workshop, and we encourage everyone to take part together.

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DETAILS

TICKETS
Adults £9*
Under 16s £6
Every adult and every child requires their own ticket

*includes a £3 per order transaction fee

This event is on-site in a rehearsal room – please meet in the main foyer

Running time is 45 minutes

Terms and conditions
A ticket is required for everyone attending, including babies. Child and adult tickets are the same price. All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult with a purchased ticket.

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