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A fast and vibrant reimagining of Herman Melville's classic, featuring sea shanties played live on stage

October, 1839. The Pequod is due to sail out of Nantucket and her skipper, the notorious Captain Ahab, is in need of a crew. Seeking fortune and adventure, humble schoolmaster Ishmael ships aboard, joining a company charged with one task: to wreak revenge on the white whale that lost Ahab his leg – the infamous Moby Dick.

The spirit and atmosphere of Herman Melville’s masterpiece – romantic, ambiguous, and rich with allegory – is gloriously captured on stage by the award-winning ensemble Simple8.

Presented by Simple8, in association with Royal & Derngate, Northampton.

Production images: Manuel Harlan.

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A fast and vibrant reimagining of Herman Melville's classic, featuring sea shanties played live on stage

October, 1839. The Pequod is due to sail out of Nantucket and her skipper, the notorious Captain Ahab, is in need of a crew. Seeking fortune and adventure, humble schoolmaster Ishmael ships aboard, joining a company charged with one task: to wreak revenge on the white whale that lost Ahab his leg – the infamous Moby Dick.

The spirit and atmosphere of Herman Melville’s masterpiece – romantic, ambiguous, and rich with allegory – is gloriously captured on stage by the award-winning ensemble Simple8.

Presented by Simple8, in association with Royal & Derngate, Northampton.

Production images: Manuel Harlan.

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The Big Afternoon

Join us for the New Wolsey Theatre's ‘Big Afternoon’ – a FREE event for all the family packed with live music, theatre, singing, dancing, a roaming magician, arts and crafts, and so much more!

As well as our exciting professional performers, we are delighted to be partnering with a number of community groups and organisations, to bring together a day of free art, culture and fun for everyone.

2 – 4 pm Sat 25 May
Free entry – please book your tickets below
Please note that booking a ticket does not guarantee your admittance, but does help us anticipate numbers. Our priority is everyone's safety and enjoyment; if the capacity limit for the site is reached entry may be restricted.

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Relentlessly funny and bursting with magic for ages five to 105!

Roll up, roll up! Morgan & West are back with a massive magic show for kids (and their childish grown-ups)!
Expect gawps, gasps, and guffaws in this relentlessly funny and fantastical magic filled extravaganza, guaranteed to delight those aged five and 105, and indeed everyone in between!
Morgan & West have shown their scientific skills in Unbelievable Science (national tour), brought good will to all with their Great Big Christmas Magic Show (national tour), attempted to escape The Slammer (CBBC), and even fooled Penn & Teller (ITV/CW Network). This season their hitting the road with their brand new magic show full of their trademark wit, whimsy, and wall-to-wall silliness.
Conjuring capers, mysterious magic tricks, larger than life laughs, and fantastic facial furniture all crammed into one hour of non-stop fun for all the family.

“Hilarious and good for all ages” - Primary Times
★★★★ “hugely talented” - Daily Mirror
★★★★ “superbly crafted – The Stage

Duration: 60 Minutes without an interval

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Relentlessly funny and bursting with magic for ages five to 105!

Roll up, roll up! Morgan & West are back with a massive magic show for kids (and their childish grown-ups)!
Expect gawps, gasps, and guffaws in this relentlessly funny and fantastical magic filled extravaganza, guaranteed to delight those aged five and 105, and indeed everyone in between!
Morgan & West have shown their scientific skills in Unbelievable Science (national tour), brought good will to all with their Great Big Christmas Magic Show (national tour), attempted to escape The Slammer (CBBC), and even fooled Penn & Teller (ITV/CW Network). This season their hitting the road with their brand new magic show full of their trademark wit, whimsy, and wall-to-wall silliness.
Conjuring capers, mysterious magic tricks, larger than life laughs, and fantastic facial furniture all crammed into one hour of non-stop fun for all the family.

“Hilarious and good for all ages” - Primary Times
★★★★ “hugely talented” - Daily Mirror
★★★★ “superbly crafted – The Stage

Duration: 60 Minutes without an interval

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Wolsey Writers is led by Katie Ward, an award-winning novelist and lecturer in creative writing at University of Suffolk. Every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Excellent forum to meet other writers, share work and get constructive feedback.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Check socials links below for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter. Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing.

Throughout 2024 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Pay what you feel tickets available from the Box Office.

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A 2 hour online CPD workshop with award winning theatre designer Sara Perks who has designed for over 300 productions and has received the John Elvery Theatre design Award and a Vision Design Award from the BBC. Sara will unpack the creative process she goes through when she is designing her set and costumes and link it directly to examination criteria for Drama and Theatre Studies students. There will be practical exercises explained for ways to introduce students to design and support them in their creative process of designing for a production. The course is suitable for teachers but also theatre creatives wanting to find out more about theatre design.

To find out more about Sara please visit her website: http://saraperkstheatredesign.co.uk/
To find out more about the course email rhall@wolseytheatre.co.uk

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By Joe Orton

Within the pristine walls of his private psychiatric clinic, Doctor Prentice is interviewing a new secretary. Geraldine wants the position but seems underqualified and uncertain about her parentage. Mrs Prentice appears, flushed and in urgent need of a drink, following an illicit encounter with Nick Beckett, blackmailer and bell boy at the Station Hotel. In the meantime, Doctor Rance, a Government Inspector and Sergeant Match, a policeman, arrive amidst increasing chaos with searching questions of their own.

'What The Butler Saw' is Joe Orton’s final, most ambitious play, manic farce and masterclass in fearless comic writing. No institution, political view or tradition is safe, as Orton focuses his wicked sense of humour on a range of targets, including the establishment, an ex-Prime Minister, cross-dressing, misogyny and the medical profession. He brings together an array of distinctive characters, placing them in a series of improbable situations, unflinchingly exploring comic territory few playwrights before or since have dared to visit.

John Kingsley (Joe) Orton, playwright, author and diarist was born in Leicester in 1933. During a short, but dazzling career in the London theatre world, he shocked, outraged, and delighted audiences with his riotous black comedies, including Loot, The Erpingham Camp, The Ruffian on the Stair and Entertaining Mr Sloane. Joe Orton was battered to death by his lover, Kenneth Halliwell, in 1967.

Contains strong language and subject matter which the playwright very much hoped audiences would find offensive.

Presented by London Classic Theatre Ltd, who brought the smash hit Abigail’s Party to the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in October 2023.

Age Guidance: 14+. Contains strong language, adult theses, mild nudity, and discussions of sexual assault.

Production photography: Sheila Burnett

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By Joe Orton

Within the pristine walls of his private psychiatric clinic, Doctor Prentice is interviewing a new secretary. Geraldine wants the position but seems underqualified and uncertain about her parentage. Mrs Prentice appears, flushed and in urgent need of a drink, following an illicit encounter with Nick Beckett, blackmailer and bell boy at the Station Hotel. In the meantime, Doctor Rance, a Government Inspector and Sergeant Match, a policeman, arrive amidst increasing chaos with searching questions of their own.

'What The Butler Saw' is Joe Orton’s final, most ambitious play, manic farce and masterclass in fearless comic writing. No institution, political view or tradition is safe, as Orton focuses his wicked sense of humour on a range of targets, including the establishment, an ex-Prime Minister, cross-dressing, misogyny and the medical profession. He brings together an array of distinctive characters, placing them in a series of improbable situations, unflinchingly exploring comic territory few playwrights before or since have dared to visit.

John Kingsley (Joe) Orton, playwright, author and diarist was born in Leicester in 1933. During a short, but dazzling career in the London theatre world, he shocked, outraged, and delighted audiences with his riotous black comedies, including Loot, The Erpingham Camp, The Ruffian on the Stair and Entertaining Mr Sloane. Joe Orton was battered to death by his lover, Kenneth Halliwell, in 1967.

Contains strong language and subject matter which the playwright very much hoped audiences would find offensive.

Presented by London Classic Theatre Ltd, who brought the smash hit Abigail’s Party to the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in October 2023.

Age Guidance: 14+. Contains strong language, adult theses, mild nudity, and discussions of sexual assault.

Production photography: Sheila Burnett

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The Co-op Juniors Presents Les Misérables School Edition
Performed entirely by students
A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG
School Edition special adaptation licensed by
MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LIMITED

An epic musical phenomenon of passion, redemption, and revolution!

Prepare to be swept away by the timeless tale of Les Misérables School Edition, brought to life by the award-winning Co-op Juniors Theatre Company! With over 100 international awards and a staggering 70 million viewership, this musical masterpiece is a testament to its enduring popularity. Set against the backdrop of revolution, it's a story of passion, redemption, and the unyielding human spirit. From the stirring melodies to the heart-wrenching drama, Les Misérables School Edition delivers an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Join the Co-op Juniors as they embark on this epic journey filled with hope, love, and the pursuit of justice. Don't miss your chance to witness the emotional power of Les Misérables School Edition– it's a production that will leave you spellbound!

This is an amateur production presented as part of the New Wolsey Theatre’s Summer '24 programme.

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Wolsey Writers is led by Katie Ward, an award-winning novelist and lecturer in creative writing at University of Suffolk. Every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Excellent forum to meet other writers, share work and get constructive feedback.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Check socials links below for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter. Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing.

Throughout 2024 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Pay what you feel tickets available from the Box Office.

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The Co-op Juniors Presents Les Misérables School Edition
Performed entirely by students
A musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG
School Edition special adaptation licensed by
MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL and CAMERON MACKINTOSH (OVERSEAS) LIMITED

An epic musical phenomenon of passion, redemption, and revolution!

Prepare to be swept away by the timeless tale of Les Misérables School Edition, brought to life by the award-winning Co-op Juniors Theatre Company! With over 100 international awards and a staggering 70 million viewership, this musical masterpiece is a testament to its enduring popularity. Set against the backdrop of revolution, it's a story of passion, redemption, and the unyielding human spirit. From the stirring melodies to the heart-wrenching drama, Les Misérables School Edition delivers an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Join the Co-op Juniors as they embark on this epic journey filled with hope, love, and the pursuit of justice. Don't miss your chance to witness the emotional power of Les Misérables School Edition– it's a production that will leave you spellbound!

This is an amateur production presented as part of the New Wolsey Theatre’s Summer '24 programme.

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IODS Theatre Company return to the New Wolsey again this year following last summer’s triumphant run of NODA award winning ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, this time with the smash hit musical ‘Sweet Charity’. Hapless but unflappable, Charity Hope Valentine desperately seeks love in New York City in the 1960s. In this exuberant, groovy, hilarious musical comedy, Charity tries again and again to find her dream and make something of herself.

With a fantastic score by Cy Coleman, sparkling lyrics by Dorothy Fields, hilarious book by Neil Simon and famously originally choreographed by Bob Fosse, Sweet Charity captures all the energy, humour, and heartbreak of Life in the Big City for an unfortunate but irrepressible optimist. Musical numbers include: “Big Spender,” “If My Friends Could See Me Now,” “I’m a Brass Band” and “The Rhythm of Life”.

Content Advice: contains use of alcohol and tobacco/drugs

This is an amateur production presented as part of the New Wolsey Theatre’s Summer '24 programme.

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Welcome to Serene - Presented by British Youth Music Theatre

A small coastal town facing extinction. A big machine. Welcome to Serene!

This brand new musical takes you into the weird world of a small town called Serene, along with its zany inhabitants. With daily avalanches of sand burying everything at ground level, the residents rely on ‘The Machine’ - the town’s answer to the threat of extinction, by sucking in sand from the beach and spitting it back into the ocean.

But not everything is as simple as it seems…

As the tides rise and the sand piles high; Serene may be on the verge of the greatest catastrophe it has ever faced. Will The Machine be ready?

With inspiration drawn from Dr Seuss and Tim Burton, Welcome to Serene holds up a mirror to the strangeness of our society’s response to existential threat, through the medium of folk music, song and storytelling.

Fun for all the family, this new musical will take you on a weird and wonderful musical journey to the seaside town of Serene, perfect for the summer holidays!

This is an amateur production presented as part of the New Wolsey’s Summer '24 programme.

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Welcome to Serene - Presented by British Youth Music Theatre

A small coastal town facing extinction. A big machine. Welcome to Serene!

This brand new musical takes you into the weird world of a small town called Serene, along with its zany inhabitants. With daily avalanches of sand burying everything at ground level, the residents rely on ‘The Machine’ - the town’s answer to the threat of extinction, by sucking in sand from the beach and spitting it back into the ocean.

But not everything is as simple as it seems…

As the tides rise and the sand piles high; Serene may be on the verge of the greatest catastrophe it has ever faced. Will The Machine be ready?

With inspiration drawn from Dr Seuss and Tim Burton, Welcome to Serene holds up a mirror to the strangeness of our society’s response to existential threat, through the medium of folk music, song and storytelling.

Fun for all the family, this new musical will take you on a weird and wonderful musical journey to the seaside town of Serene, perfect for the summer holidays!

This is an amateur production presented as part of the New Wolsey’s Summer '24 programme.

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Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decades. Prepare to be enthralled with an evening of back-to-back hits, vibrant vintage costumes, colourful staging and plenty of dancing in the aisles!

Featuring note-perfect renditions of the most loved songs from the 50s and 60s performed by an incredibly talented, era-obsessed group of young musicians, this is a musical adventure you won’t want to miss.

Rave On features hits from the likes of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Connie Francis, Neil Sedaka, Little Richard, Roy Orbison, Lulu, The Beach Boys and many more. With leading performers from West End Productions, The Buddy Holly Story, Million Dollar Quartet and Dreamboats & Petticoats. This show will transport you back to the fabulous 50s and swinging 60s in stunningly authentic style.

Presented by Bluejay Productions Ltd

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Wolsey Writers is led by Katie Ward, an award-winning novelist and lecturer in creative writing at University of Suffolk. Every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Excellent forum to meet other writers, share work and get constructive feedback.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Check socials links below for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter. Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing.

Throughout 2024 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Pay what you feel tickets available from the Box Office.

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The Highwayman

Sexy, darkly funny and deeply moving

Welcome, lovelies, to our tub-thumping pub singalong, set in the year 1666 but reflecting exactly who we are right here, right now in 2024.

Inspired by Alfred Noyes’ classic poem, The Highwayman tells the story of a doomed love affair between Bess and self-confessed sociopath Duval. Along the way we meet a cast of richly drawn restoration rogues and romantics – including a mysterious conquistador, a sadistic smuggler and a rip-roaring East End landlady. Not to mention special guest appearances by Nell Gwynn and King Charles II himself.

The Highwayman is about longing for better while trying to run from the worst of our past. It explores love, loss and the light in the dark. And it asks why we always seem to find the perfect knife on which to cut ourselves.

The Highwayman submerges the audience in a unique, genre busting sound world in which a live band joyously reimagines pub singalongs and folk ballads in super contemporary arrangements, influenced by electro swing, Adele, Billie Eilish and Kae Tempest. Book your ticket to the ride of your life.

Presented by OVO and Norwich Theatre
Music, book and lyrics by Kitty Morgan | Arrangements by Adam Morris.

Directed by Adam Nichols.

For Ages 12+

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Pali & Jay’s Ultimate Asian Wedding DJ Roadshow

An immersive CJ bromance

Whoever said there are too many actors in LA, has never seen the number of DJs in Southall. Nowadays, anyone with a laptop and a pair of headphones can post a video of themselves online mixing a few tracks and claim to be from the same pind (village) as Diljit Dosanjh.

The lead DJ of our duo, Pali, is an old school lover of the craft and has his heart set on moulding his nephew, Jay, into becoming the heir to his DJ’ing empire (that he is building one dance floor tile at a time). Jay, however, is only bothered about taking advantage of the free food at gigs and spotting ‘fitties’ in the crowd. He’s ready to call time on his latest side hustle in order to fulfil what he believes is his destiny of becoming a stand up comic.

With competition for gigs hotting up and cases of DJ’ing sabotage amongst their rivals increasing, everyone is on edge. Using only their simple DJ set up and the odd cup of chai, this show will transport you through time, from Southalls biggest deck off 1999 to now.

Our Uncle and nephew DJ’ing duo must successfully navigate their latest gig in order to save the company, their future aspirations and ultimately, their bromance.

For Ages 16+

Presented by Rifco Theatre Company

Please Note: The on stage seating will be arranged around individual tables. Don't worry about making sure the seats you are booking are next to each other as your group will be allocated seating around individual tables dependant on group size.

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Table Manners

Ayckbourn’s comic genius hits the stage in this award-winning show.

Norman is an unlikely Lothario. When he tells his career-obsessed wife Ruth that he is going away on business, in reality he is secretly planning an illicit weekend with his sister-in-law Annie. But, their plans are ruined by the arrival of Annie's brother Reg and his prudish wife Sarah.

Sarah finds out about the "dirty weekend" and calls Ruth to come and put a stop to her husband's philandering, not helped by the arrival of Annie's kind but slow-witted suitor Tom.

Too much alcohol, too much sexual tension and too little food - the perfect recipe for a disastrously hilarious weekend of eating, drinking and utter confusion.

'Up there with the British classics The Office and Fawlty Towers.' The Guardian

Presented by phil&ben productions

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Table Manners

Ayckbourn’s comic genius hits the stage in this award-winning show.

Norman is an unlikely Lothario. When he tells his career-obsessed wife Ruth that he is going away on business, in reality he is secretly planning an illicit weekend with his sister-in-law Annie. But, their plans are ruined by the arrival of Annie's brother Reg and his prudish wife Sarah.

Sarah finds out about the "dirty weekend" and calls Ruth to come and put a stop to her husband's philandering, not helped by the arrival of Annie's kind but slow-witted suitor Tom.

Too much alcohol, too much sexual tension and too little food - the perfect recipe for a disastrously hilarious weekend of eating, drinking and utter confusion.

'Up there with the British classics The Office and Fawlty Towers.' The Guardian

Presented by phil&ben productions

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Wolsey Writers is led by Katie Ward, an award-winning novelist and lecturer in creative writing at University of Suffolk. Every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Excellent forum to meet other writers, share work and get constructive feedback.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Check socials links below for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter. Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing.

Throughout 2024 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Pay what you feel tickets available from the Box Office.

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Everybody cut loose! We are celebrating 40 years of Footloose with our exciting new stage production!

“A time to laugh... and a time to weep. A time to mourn... and there is a time to dance”

The New Wolsey Theatre is heading back to the 1980s this Autumn to stage a spectacular new production of the explosive musical Footloose.

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment to starting at a new high school, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing. 

This heartfelt story pits a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top Forty score, elevated with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.

Based on the hit 1980s film, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary, and directed by the New Wolsey Theatre’s Chief Executive/Artistic Director Douglas Rintoul (Made in Dagenham (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch and New Wolsey Theatre), Priscilla, Queen of the Desert and The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole The Musical (Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch), Footloose will première at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 31 May until 26 September and then transfer to the New Wolsey Theatre in Ipswich from 3-26 October.

Footloose first burst into life in the 1984 film starring Kevin Bacon and was one of that year's most successful motion pictures. The film’s soundtrack reached Number 1 on the Billboard charts and went on to sell over 17 million copies worldwide, generating hits including its title song and Let’s Hear It for the Boy (both of which received Academy Award nominations), plus Almost Paradise, Holding Out for A Hero by Bonnie Tyler, and I’m Free (Heaven Helps the Man).

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Luna Loves Library Day The Musical

Join Luna and her Dad for an adventure amongst the library shelves in this exciting new musical for families.

Luna looks forward to one special day… Library Day! It’s the day when she discovers magic amongst the library shelves - including dinosaurs, mummies, unexplained mysteries, monsters and magic. But for Luna, Library Day is also a chance to spend time with Dad, making it all the more special.

Based on the critically acclaimed book by Waterstones Childrens Laureate Joseph Coelho and illustrator Fiona Lumbers, join Luna and Dad as they discover magic and mystery, laughter and sadness and, through the power of stories, even start to mend their own history.

Adapted for the stage by award-winning poet and author Joseph Coelho, with music and lyrics by family favourite David Gibb, Luna Loves Library Day is the perfect treat for children aged 5+ and their families.

Presented by Little Seed Music

Age Guidance: 5+

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Luna Loves Library Day The Musical

Join Luna and her Dad for an adventure amongst the library shelves in this exciting new musical for families.

Luna looks forward to one special day… Library Day! It’s the day when she discovers magic amongst the library shelves - including dinosaurs, mummies, unexplained mysteries, monsters and magic. But for Luna, Library Day is also a chance to spend time with Dad, making it all the more special.

Based on the critically acclaimed book by Waterstones Childrens Laureate Joseph Coelho and illustrator Fiona Lumbers, join Luna and Dad as they discover magic and mystery, laughter and sadness and, through the power of stories, even start to mend their own history.

Adapted for the stage by award-winning poet and author Joseph Coelho, with music and lyrics by family favourite David Gibb, Luna Loves Library Day is the perfect treat for children aged 5+ and their families.

Presented by Little Seed Music

Age Guidance: 5+

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Wolsey Writers is led by Katie Ward, an award-winning novelist and lecturer in creative writing at University of Suffolk. Every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Excellent forum to meet other writers, share work and get constructive feedback.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Check socials links below for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter. Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing.

Throughout 2024 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Pay what you feel tickets available from the Box Office.

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You Choose – Every show is unique!

Based on the brilliant picture book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, get ready for an interactive musical show for all the family where YOU CHOOSE what happens!

Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges each show will be unique with different characters, locations, costumes and much more every time!

“Quite simply, it's fun, it's funny, it appears a simple format but is actually clever; it's a great family show…" Anne Hamilton, Lothian Life

“There is plenty of choice and bundles of energy at Nonsense Room Productions’ adaptation of the children’s picture book, You Choose…." Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre.

For Ages 2+

Presented by Nonsense Room Productions

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You Choose – Every show is unique!

Based on the brilliant picture book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, get ready for an interactive musical show for all the family where YOU CHOOSE what happens!

Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges each show will be unique with different characters, locations, costumes and much more every time!

“Quite simply, it's fun, it's funny, it appears a simple format but is actually clever; it's a great family show…" Anne Hamilton, Lothian Life

“There is plenty of choice and bundles of energy at Nonsense Room Productions’ adaptation of the children’s picture book, You Choose…." Thom Dibdin, All Edinburgh Theatre.

For Ages 2+

Presented by Nonsense Room Productions

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Murder for Two

Puts the laughter in manslaughter!

An anarchic musical murder mystery with a twist: one actor investigates the crime, whilst the other plays all the suspects… and they play the piano throughout!
When the body of an acclaimed novelist is discovered at his birthday party, all the guests fall under suspicion. Can local police officer and wannabe detective, Marcus, solve the mystery before the experts arrive?

With live music and side-splitting entertainment, Murder for Two will keep you guessing until the final note.

For ages 12+

Presented by Chipping Norton Theatre Ltd

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Murder for Two

Puts the laughter in manslaughter!

An anarchic musical murder mystery with a twist: one actor investigates the crime, whilst the other plays all the suspects… and they play the piano throughout!
When the body of an acclaimed novelist is discovered at his birthday party, all the guests fall under suspicion. Can local police officer and wannabe detective, Marcus, solve the mystery before the experts arrive?

With live music and side-splitting entertainment, Murder for Two will keep you guessing until the final note.

For ages 12+

Presented by Chipping Norton Theatre Ltd

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

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WOLSEY WRITERS

Meet. Write. Share.

Wolsey Writers is a creative writing group based at New Wolsey Theatre since 2015.

Our community includes novelists, scriptwriters, poets, storytellers, children’s literature, comedy, and nonfiction. We welcome writing in any genre. We welcome writers from diverse backgrounds. We welcome all levels of experience and aspirations of every size – from haiku to blockbuster trilogy.

Wolsey Writers is led by Katie Ward, an award-winning novelist and lecturer in creative writing at University of Suffolk. Every session includes tips to improve your creative practice, focused writing time, peer support and inspiration.

‘You have boosted my ability to ‘just write’ beyond my expectations and it is helping me push my current novel forward.’

‘Excellent forum to meet other writers, share work and get constructive feedback.’

‘Humble, informative and inspirational – that is surely the success and key to Wolsey Writers.’

Check socials links below for updates: Instagram @wolseywriters; Twitter/X @WolseyWriters; Facebook @katiewardwriter. Suitable for adults, and young people age 16+ with a commitment to creative writing.

Throughout 2024 Wolsey Writers will meet on the first Saturday of the month (except August) in the upstairs bar. Doors open 10am for 10:30am start (ends 12pm). Pay what you feel tickets available from the Box Office.

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Booking an Audio Described performance? Add a Pre-show Touch Tour!

The Touch Tours for Dick Whittington and his Cat start one hour before the performance.

Please meet at the Box Office. Please only book in as many places as are needed as numbers are limited for these events.

For many blind, partially sighted or visually impaired theatregoers, a touch tour is an essential part of the theatre experience. Having access to the stage and set before a performance is a way of firming up the descriptive information they may have already received and provides them with extra detail to allow them to engage with the production. Customers will explore the space, and may like to handle selected props, costumes and furniture.

A touch tour ticket is not a ticket to the performance, these are booked separately through the Dick Whittington event page linked below.

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

Five Little Ducks
Created by Spinning Wheel Theatre
A co-production with the New Wolsey Theatre
In partnership with Suffolk Libraries and the Angles Theatre

Five Little Ducks went swimming one day, over the hills and far away. But when mummy duck said “Quack, quack, quack, quack” and only four of her little ducks come back, she begins to wonder what on earth her missing little duck is up to!

In Spinning Wheel Theatre’s new interactive show for young children, we invite you to come and sit amongst the reeds and lily pads, while we hunt for the missing little ducks, and have some adventures of our own!

Suitable for ages 1-4 and their families, featuring song, puppetry and integrated Makaton signing.

Please Note: This show is taking place inside Ipswich County Library, Northgate St, Ipswich IP1 3DE.
When you arrive make your way to the front desk and a member of staff will direct you to the show.

The building is wheelchair accessible via the old Foundry Road entrance to the left of the main library entrance on Northgate Street. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available opposite the lecture hall, with a buggy park and a lift to all floors.

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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Booking an Audio Described performance? Add a Pre-show Touch Tour!

The Touch Tours for Dick Whittington and his Cat start one hour before the performance.

Please meet at the Box Office. Please only book in as many places as are needed as numbers are limited for these events.

For many blind, partially sighted or visually impaired theatregoers, a touch tour is an essential part of the theatre experience. Having access to the stage and set before a performance is a way of firming up the descriptive information they may have already received and provides them with extra detail to allow them to engage with the production. Customers will explore the space, and may like to handle selected props, costumes and furniture.

A touch tour ticket is not a ticket to the performance, these are booked separately through the Dick Whittington event page linked below.

Full performance details

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details

A few more details ...

‘Sleeping Beauty’ gets a rockin’ twist as it bursts onto the stage at the New Wolsey Theatre in this year’s spellbinding ‘Rock ‘n’ Roll’ Pantomime.

Join Princess Aurora and her fiery friend, Milo the dragon, on a time-warping adventure through the mystical realm of Ipswich - full of secrets, spells, spindles and the unstoppable force of love. But, looming over Aurora’s fate, is the menacing and prickly Thornica, a jealous fairy with an evil curse.

Can Fairy Rosie outsmart Thornica’s evil plan for before it’s too late for Aurora?
Does the dashing Prince Toby rise to their greatest challenge yet?
Will Aurora find ‘unconditional love’ to fulfil her destiny?

Packed with live rock and pop music, crazy characters and hysterical antics - join us for Ipswich’s award-winning panto! Audiences of all ages should prepare to be totally enchanted!

Late-night shows (9 pm starts) have an age guidance of 16+

Presented by the New Wolsey Theatre

Full performance details