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From £8.50
A Fantastical Fairytale
Presented by Engine House in association with Lakeside Arts
Written by Mike Kenny
Directed by Matt Aston
Music and Lyrics by Julian Butler
Design by Laura McEwen
Lighting by Richard Statham
Choreography by Claire Cunningham
Once upon a time there was a young girl who went to spend the night at Grandma’s house … and her little brother came too. She just wanted to go to sleep but he was excited and wouldn’t settle down. To help lull him to sleep, the young girl promised to tell her brother a story. But when you start acting out your favourite fairytale, who knows what’s in store?!
Join the intrepid twosome on a night to remember in Olivier award-winning writer Mike Kenny’s adaption of this classic children’s tale. With music and songs from Julian Butler (Charlie and Lola), Red Riding Hood returns to Lakeside after premiering here in 2011, and promises to be a magical treat for families this Christmas.
Alongside this fantastic production will be another exciting digital installation from Barret Hodgson - find out more here.
You can even listen to the songs from the play in advance and sing-along when you come to watch!
No performances on 14, 17, 25 & 26 December
55 minutes (no interval)
Suitable for ages 5+
Performance dates and times
Mon 10 December, 10.30am & 1.30pm (Schools Performances)
Tue 11 December, 10.30am & 1.30pm (Schools Performances)
Thur 13 December, 10.30am (Schools Performances)
Sat 15 December, 11.30am & 2pm
Sun 16 December, 11.30am & 2pm
Tue 18 December, 10.30am & 1.30pm (Schools Performances)
Thu 20 December, 1.30pm (Schools Performances)
Fri 21 December, 6pm (BSL Interpreted)
Sat 22 December, 11.30am & 2pm
Sun 23 December, 11.30am & 2pm
Mon 24 December, 11am & 1.30pm
Thu 27 December, 11.30am & 2pm
Fri 28 December, 11.30am & 2pm (Relaxed Performance)
Sat 29 December, 11.30am & 2pm
Sun 30 December, 11.30am & 2pm
The best way to get to Lakeside is by public transport - find out more about tram and bus travel here.
Do you or your child need a synopsis of the story before deciding whether to attend? You can access one here.
Are you a teacher? Find out about our schools performances here.