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Tuesday 07 April 2026 Venue:  The Nutshell     map   Live music  •  Family  •  For Children  •  Puppetry  •  Theatre Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone:  01962 808533 Event:  TINY PLANET - 11.30am & 2.30pm - HALF A STRING THEATRE PRESENTS TINY PLANET. Imagine a whole world no bigger than a house. A planet that can be explored in a matter of minutes, yet it is the centre of a galaxy. With breathtaking puppetry, original live folk songs and earthy percussion, uncover the mysteries that keep this little globe turning. Live camera projection brings this tiny world to life as a wanderer learns that the smallest things hold the biggest stories. Marvel as asteroids collide and discover the curious and wonderful as new creatures evolve. This is a truly unique piece of puppet theatre for the whole family. Tiny Planet carries the echos of The Little Prince, inviting you on a journey to explore how we all can sometimes feel impossibly small and infinitely gigantic. Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Tuesday 07 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Cat in the Hat - 2pm & 4.30pm - From the producers of Spot’s Birthday Party. Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat. From the moment his tall, red and white-striped hat appears, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. The Cat in the Hat  is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Wednesday 08 April 2026 Venue:  The Nutshell     map   Live music  •  Family  •  For Children  •  Puppetry  •  Theatre Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone:  01962 808533 Event:  TINY PLANET - 11.30am & 2.30pm - HALF A STRING THEATRE PRESENTS TINY PLANET. Imagine a whole world no bigger than a house. A planet that can be explored in a matter of minutes, yet it is the centre of a galaxy. With breathtaking puppetry, original live folk songs and earthy percussion, uncover the mysteries that keep this little globe turning. Live camera projection brings this tiny world to life as a wanderer learns that the smallest things hold the biggest stories. Marvel as asteroids collide and discover the curious and wonderful as new creatures evolve. This is a truly unique piece of puppet theatre for the whole family. Tiny Planet carries the echos of The Little Prince, inviting you on a journey to explore how we all can sometimes feel impossibly small and infinitely gigantic. Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Wednesday 08 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Cat in the Hat - 11am & 2pm - From the producers of Spot’s Birthday Party. Experience the mischief with the acclaimed stage adaptation of Dr Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat. From the moment his tall, red and white-striped hat appears, Sally and her brother know that the cat in the hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, he turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. The Cat in the Hat  is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for young children aged 3+. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Thursday 09 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Fun for Little Ones Live: A Tribute to Ms Rachel - midday - Get ready for singing, dancing, giggles and non-stop fun as the magic of Ms Rachel comes to life on stage in an interactive, high-energy live tribute performance made just just for little ones and their grownups! Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Friday 10 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Dinosaurs Live! - 1.30pm & 4.30pm - For the first time since 1881, the home of dinosaurs, London’s Natural History Museum, is going on tour! Ever since they were first identified in the 1800s, dinosaurs have sparked the imagination of kids and adults alike and for the first time ever, the world- renowned Natural History Museum has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions to take you on a dinosaur adventure like no other. We'll go on a pre-historic journey together to the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods and watch the life-like dinosaurs come alive right on stage! Not only that, but we’ll also find out more about fossils, time scales and how our planet has changed over hundreds of millions of years. So get ready for a roaring experience like no other as Natural History Museum presents Dinosaurs Live comes to a town near you. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Friday 17 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  A Squash and a Squeeze - 3.30pm - Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Saturday 18 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  A Squash and a Squeeze - 10.30am & 1.30pm - Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Sunday 19 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  For Children Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  A Squash and a Squeeze - 10.30am & 1.30pm - Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Sunday 26 April 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Magic  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Remarkable Ben Hart - 2.30pm & 7.30pm - Following sold-out shows around the world, Ben Hart returns with a brand-new show – his most astonishing and impossible yet. An entirely unique voice in magic, Ben Hart brings together enthralling storytelling, sharp wit and indisputable charm, to create magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Wednesday 27 May 2026 Venue:  The Nutshell     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Puppetry  •  Theatre Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone:  01962 808533 Event:  STORIES IN THE DUST - 11.30am & 2.30pm - Stories in the Dust Anna Harriott and Iona Fleur Sheppard The sun beats down on two travellers, journeying across a mysterious land in a contraption they've built themselves. They sing, play games, and tell stories inspired by a collection of precious things they've gathered from a time gone by. With live music and puppetry, Stories in the Dust is a funny, heartfelt and hopeful eco-fable that takes you to another world. A world where an ancient book guides your way, a drop of rain changes everything and a mighty lion holds its secrets in an old clay pot. Will our intrepid explorers make it? They're full of ideas and full of hope but dangerously low on baked beans. Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Friday 29 May 2026 Venue:  The Nutshell     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Puppetry Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone:  01962 808533 Event:  DU IZ TAK? - 11am & 2pm - Told through the language of insects, Du Iz Tak? is a story about the cycle of life and all its impermanence. Come and peer into a miniature world of little puppets to see a delightful group of friends exploring their ever-changing home. Adapted from the award-winning and beautiful book by Carson Ellis. ​ Du Iz Tak? is an enchanting, unusual and magical theatre show for young families. Tiny Pickles are a Brighton-based theatre company, specialising in puppetry and making art you want to eat. Annie Brooks and Katherine Morton are people who are puppet makers, puppeteers and theatre makers. Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester

Saturday 30 May 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Family  •  Musical Theatre Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  The Three Little Pigs - 11.30am - Once upon a time, in a muddy field by the farm, there lived THREE LITTLE PIGS. Following the huge success of ‘The Three Billy Goats Gruff’, Lost The Plot Theatrical hit the road with another family classic. It's time to get blown away in this brand-new musical adventure of The Three Little Pigs! Join Poppy, & Pat as they excitedly leave the family sty in search of new adventures! Will they make a pig’s ear out of it, or will they raise the roof? It’ll take brains, bravery and curly-tails to build bridges and forge friendships with each other and those they meet along the way. Get those trotters tapping and those snouts a-squealin’ with new catchy songs, dancing and plenty of audience participation for piglets of all ages. There’s snout left to do but book your tickets for this OINK-TASTIC musical! Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Saturday 13 June 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Gruffalo - 1.30pm & 4pm - A Tall Stories production The Gruffalo A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood… Tall Stories' much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show's 25th anniversary. On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there's no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, from Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Sunday 14 June 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Gruffalo - 11am & 1.30pm - A Tall Stories production The Gruffalo A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood… Tall Stories' much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show's 25th anniversary. On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there's no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, from Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Monday 15 June 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Gruffalo - 10.30am & 1pm - A Tall Stories production The Gruffalo A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood… Tall Stories' much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show's 25th anniversary. On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the scary Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there's no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, from Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Saturday 04 July 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Lion Inside - 11am & 2pm - A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse. Fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes... and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion! Based on the best-selling story by Rachel Bright & Jim Field, this joyous new stage adaptation featuring puppetry, music and song is directed by Sarah Punshon (The Jungle Book), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer (Brief Encounter). Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Sunday 05 July 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Lion Inside - 11am - A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse. Fed up of being ignored and forgotten by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes... and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion! Based on the best-selling story by Rachel Bright & Jim Field, this joyous new stage adaptation featuring puppetry, music and song is directed by Sarah Punshon (The Jungle Book), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer (Brief Encounter). Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Thursday 23 July 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Jay & Joss: It's Not A Game - 7pm - Jay & Joss are the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain's Got Talent. Now they’re back with a mind-bending new show - a chance to sit back and leave real life behind! Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Friday 24 July 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Family  •  Theatre Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  Jay & Joss: It's Not A Game - 7pm - Jay & Joss are the award-winning illusionists who stunned the judges on Britain's Got Talent. Now they’re back with a mind-bending new show - a chance to sit back and leave real life behind! Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Saturday 25 July 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Live music  •  Family  •  For Children Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  Princesses Unite - 1pm - Princesses Unite, the ultimate children's pop princess party that's sweeping the nation! Featuring a cast of dazzling princesses, this enchanting spectacle brings all your favourite hit songs and party dances to life in a vibrant, high-energy performance that will leave audiences of all ages spellbound. Join our beloved princesses as they embark on a magical musical adventure filled with friendship, fun, and fabulous music. With sparkling costumes, stunning choreography, and an interactive experience that invites everyone to sing and dance along, Princesses Unite is the perfect celebration for little princes and princesses everywhere. Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Sunday 26 July 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Live music  •  Family  •  Tribute Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  K-POP LIVE - 2pm & 6pm - The Ultimate Tribute to the Global K-pop Phenomenon This Isn’t Just Music. It’s an Experience. Step into the dazzling world of K-POP — where every comeback hits harder, every choreo is next level, and every stage is pure daebak. This isn't your average concert. It's a high-energy, full-throttle tribute to the idols, the anthems, and the fandoms that turned a genre into a global movement. From SEVENTEEN, BLACKPINK, and BTS, to the smash-hit film K-Pop: Demon Hunters — it's a celebration of the visuals, the vocals, and the bias-wrecking moments fans live for. Expect jaw-dropping choreo, stage-ready visuals, fanchants, and bops that hit different. Whether you're a longtime stan or just discovering your ult group, this is your chance to go full K-pop mode. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Saturday 22 August 2026 Venue:  Theatre Royal     map   Live music  •  Family Address:   Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440 Event:  The Big Saturday Sing - 11.30am - 5pm - A Fun-Filled Musical Afternoon in the newly brightened outdoor area - the perfect backdrop for a cheerful afternoon packed with music, laughter, and friendly faces. Venue's website:  theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/TRWinchester

Monday 24 August 2026 Venue:  The Lights     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Magic Address:   West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368 Event:  Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC - 2pm - Mindblowing Magic and the Biggest Balloon in the World - LIVE on stage! … and a whole load of other things that you really shouldn’t try at home! Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC is jammed full of amazing Magic, bonkers balloons and fun for all the family! With over 10 million online views, MG is a pro and has a show that will have you believing magic really DOES exist! Ages 5+ Venue's website:  thelights.org.uk Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thelightsandover

Friday 30 October 2026 Venue:  The Nutshell     map   Family  •  For Children  •  Theatre Address:   15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF Telephone:  01962 808533 Event:  THE SHIVERS - 2pm - A fox, a pigeon, and a secret agent are on a mission to save the world, but everything is not what it seems. The evil Miss Information and her deadly sleepy agents are on the attack, and now all the colours are wrong, and all the sounds are upside down. When true is false and real is fake, will our superheroes be able to untangle the lies and figure out who to trust? Featuring ingenious live video, explosive dance moves, and a cast of unforgettable characters, The Shivers is a pulsating adventure about learning to trust your instincts when something doesn’t feel right… when it gives you the shivers. This high-octane action-comedy opens the door for grown-ups and children to talk about misinformation, fake news, and keeping safe online. Ages 7-11 and their families. Venue's website:  discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell Venue's Facebook:   facebook.com/thenutshellwinchester