The Atkinson presents Theatre Hullabaloo & Theatre by the Lake’s new show as part of their annual festival Kidsfest.

One day, Bear’s life changes forever when, deep in the branches of the tree he hears the munching and a crunching of a bright green Caterpillar.

Bear and Caterpillar soon become the best of friends, Caterpillar munching happily through tales of Bear’s younger life catching fish, raising cubs and being big, strong and fierce.

But one day Caterpillar stops munching and looks sick. Bear cares for his friend and lays him on a pile of dry leaves, promising him that he’ll get better soon. Bear fears he will lose his friend but, as if by magic, Caterpillar grows and stretches and from the leaves emerges a beautiful butterfly. Can Bear come to terms with this new version of his friend who flies high above the trees and has stories of his own?

Written by Annie McCourt, based on an original story by Gordon Poad the production combines puppetry, live music and beautiful storytelling in this charming tale about love, loss and friendship, for ages 4+ and their families.

Bear and Butterfly can be seen on Monday 26 October at 2.30pm. It is part of The Atkinson’s 3 for 2 on Children’s Theatre Offers this season. Book for 3 different shows and get the third free!

The Atkinson would like to thank its media sponsors Mumsintheknow.co.uk and Southport Visitor for their support.

Kidsfest takes place every year during October half term. It is a chance for The Atkinson to showcase its leading offer for families across the Museum, Galleries, Theatre, Library and free arts and craft activities.

Don’t forget to visit the Bakery during October as we launch our new children’s menu. The menu has been designed with our younger audience in mind by our new chef.

Bear and Butterfly tickets are £8 (£6 children / £24 family) and are available online at theatkinson.co.uk or by calling the Box Office on 01704 533333. They are also available over the counter during The Atkinson opening hours.

*Please be advised that there is a £1 per ticket booking fee for telephone and online sales and 50p per ticket charge for over the counter sales.

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Further Information:

For interviews, or more information please contact Emma.Lloyd@sefton.gov.uk or call 0151 934 2129

LISTING INFORMATION

Bear and Butterfly

Monday 26 October

£8 (£6 children / £24 family)

2.30pm

*Please be advised that there is a £1 per ticket booking fee for telephone and online sales and 50p per ticket charge for over the counter sales.

The Atkinson

Lord Street

Southport

Merseyside

PR8 1DB

HOW TO BOOK

In person: Visit The Atkinson box office on Lord Street

For tickets: visit the website theatkinson.co.uk or call box office on 01704 533333

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About The Atkinson

The Atkinson is Southport’s beautiful new home for music, theatre, art, poetry, literature and history, right in the middle of Lord Street in Southport. Significant investment has been made in refurbishing the stunning 19th century buildings, to create a really welcoming multi art-form venue with a strong contemporary feel.

The Atkinson offers an exciting and varied destination for families, cultural tourists and arts enthusiasts alike, with a full day and night time offer. Wile the day away visiting the new shop, that sells gifts and contemporary crafts from regional makers and then relax in the Bakery, choosing from a selection of artisan bread sandwiches, cakes and sharing platters. You can even take little bit of The Atkinson home with you from the delicatessen. Wander through the major exhibitions and see performances from some of the UK’s foremost musicians, actors, performers and companies, films, family activities and much more.

The new Museum is now open. Sefton Between Land & Sea tells the story of Southport and Sefton as well as the area’s dramatic maritime history. While Discover Ancient Egypt – the new Egyptology Gallery is the home of the Goodison Egyptology Collection, a remarkable collection of archaeology that has not been seen for over 40 years.

Posted on 30 September 2015 under General news