Little ON 2014

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT

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ONfife

www.onfife.com

There’s so much going ON for children across our theatres in Fife.

Read ON for just a selection of our shows, and make sure to check out our website www.onfife.com for full listings or to sign up for our family e-newsletter.

Each of our theatres has a family friendly café which serves smaller portions for children and lunch boxes too.

Open 1 hour before all performances as well as our regular opening hours.

AT CARNEGIE HALL

10am – 3pm Mon – Sat 01383 602397 10am – 3pm Mon – Sat We serve delicious, freshly made meals, snacks and home baking.

Tiffany’s offers tasty light lunches and delicious homebaking with exhilarating views across the Forth.

Lilly’s

AT LOCHGELLY CENTRE

10am – 3pm Mon – Fri (10am – 1.30pm Sat) Lilly’s serves a variety of hot and cold refreshments plus light lunches and home baking, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing break.

Supported by

8.30am – 3pm Mon – Sat This busy café serves tasty, freshly prepared meals, plus snacks, coffee and home baking.

HOW TO FIND US Bennochy Road, Kirkcaldy KY1 1ET

01592 583302 East Port, Dunfermline KY12 7JA

01383 602302 Bank Street, Lochgelly KY5 9RD

01592 583303 Kingdom Centre, Glenrothes KY7 5NX

01592 611101

Useful information for all theatres: • we support breastfeeding and have baby change facilities.

• we have car parking located next to all of our theatres.

• we have WiFi available.

• Our box offices open Mon to Sat, 10am – 5.30pm and 1 hour before performances.

Online booking 24 hours, and no booking fee!

Please note all babies and children need to have a valid ticket for the show they’re attending. We may have free tickets available for babes in arms 30 minutes before a performance.

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age 4+ Fri 7 March I 6pm I £7, conc. £5

Children’s Classic Concerts

Junk Trunk Percussion superstars Owen and Olly and friends will be drumming up a storm with Junk Trunk. Join in the fun as they turn household junk into funk!

From dustbin drum-kits to trashcan tom toms it’s an action-packed family concert and definitely not just a load of old rubbish!

The highlight will be the 150 piece Fife schools Samba band who will perform on stage with the musicians.

Bring your own homemade percussion to join in – either through using downloadable worksheets available from childrensclassicconcerts.co.uk or by attending the pre-concert workshop on Sat 1 March at 2pm. Places at this workshop are free, but are limited and must be pre-booked.

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101

age

6+

“If Sell a Door continue to offer work of this quality, they will be around for a long time.”

The Scotsman (on past Sell a Door work).

WED 12 & THUR 13 MARCH I Wed 7.30pm; Thur 10.30am I £10.50, conc. £8.50. Schools £7

Sell A Door Theatre Company

Kidnapped Adapted by Ivan Wilkinson from the book by Robert Louis Stevenson

“There are two things that men should never weary of, goodness and humility.

We get none too much of them in this rough world among cold, proud people.”

This exciting, gripping adventure story is packed full of physical storytelling and imagination. Follow Davie Balfour as he survives shipwreck and murder to escape through the Highlands of Scotland.

Sell a Door Theatre Company is a leading mid to large scale touring theatre company producing dynamic, diverse and daring theatre designed to attract young adults to the theatre. This imaginative re-telling of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story is perfect for young and old audiences alike. www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302

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age

9+

TUE 18 MARCH I 11am & 1.30pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Catherine Wheels

The Ballad of Pondlife McGurk They are new to Primary 6 but that’s the only thing they have in common. Martin and Simon. Newcomers. One keen to fit in; the other doesn’t care. A coming of age tale about friendship, bullying and overcoming adversity.

The Ballad of Pondlife McGurk has been performed all over the world including the Sydney Opera House and at festivals in Washington DC, Auckland and Edinburgh.

“The very model of audience-capturing storytelling, this is a well-written and excitingly performed tale” London Theatre Review “Gut-wrenching and yet hilarious” The Herald

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302

SUN 23 MARCH I 10.30am & 1.30pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

An Ailie Cohen Puppet Maker / Unicorn Co-Production

The Secret Life of Suitcases

by Lewis Hetherington and Ailie Cohen Larry works at the Suitcase Station, and he likes it very much. Every day he inspects funnels and fixes pipes. And of course, he collects and sorts out everyone’s secrets as they arrive from all over the world. There are so many of them! But he’s very good at his job and manages to keep them all safe.

Until one day, a secret escapes – and Larry has to go on a mission to get it back...

Join Larry in The Secret Life of Suitcases as his world gets turned upside down and he discovers the thrill of an adventure and the joy of coming home again. This magical and wondrous show is a new collaboration with the Unicorn Theatre, the UK’s leading theatre for young audiences.

“A joy to behold” The Glasgow Herald on Cloudman.

In Association with Platform.

The Secret Life of Suitcases is also on at Lochgelly Centre on 24 March, at Carnegie Hall on 25 March and at Rothes Halls on 26 March.

age

5+

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303 www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 PAGE 7

Welcome to the UK’s largest annual performing arts event for children!

The Puppet Animation Festival offers children and their families opportunities to be transported to magical worlds of make-believe.

Come to one of our many events and let your child take part in journeys and adventures where they can unlock and explore their imaginations.

From Sat 29 March – Mon 14 April you can see the best of puppet theatre and animation right on your doorstep, here in Fife.

age

SAT 29 MARCH I 11am & 2pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

0 – 5 Faux Theatre

Celeste’s Circus Follow Celeste under the big top as her cast of endearing animals emerge one by one. It will feel like you've come right out of your seat straight into the circus ring.

This show is a real joy to watch with a delightful retro feel.

Come laugh, clap, cheer and bring the circus to life! A charming and engaging first trip to the circus especially for very young children.

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

TUE 1 APRIL I 11am & 2pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

The Folding Theatre Puppet Company

Two Can Toucan How did the Toucan get his name? Find out in this show based on the much loved modern fable by acclaimed children’s author, David McKee. Enjoy the fun and mayhem of the Toucan’s journey to find an identity and a name for himself. The show is staged in a lively and colourful style which will appeal to young children who might not have experienced live theatre before.

age

3+

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 WED 2 APRIL I 11am I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre

Gingerbread Man age

3+

Imagine a world made entirely of biscuits: trees, houses and stars in the sky. Into this beautiful world comes a Gingerbread Man, creating havoc wherever he goes. On his travels he meets a majestic cow, a stubborn goat and an opportunistic bird. But...can the Gingerbread Man outwit the dastardly Fox?

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

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THUR 3 APRIL I 11am & 2pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Yugen Puppet Company

The Little Princess Goldtree A wicked stepmother, a beautiful princess and an all knowing, all seeing magical trout – just the ingredients needed for a fairy tale. This Scottish version of Snow White is told with hand carved puppets, striking shadow silhouettes and traditional storytelling, with an original soundtrack accompaniment.

age

4+

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 FRI 4 APRIL I 11am & 2pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

age

4+

Sokobauno Puppet Theatre

Albert’s Amazing Acrobatic Flea Circus Fifi and Finbar are two of the star attractions in this mesmerising hoo-ha. Witness bizarre feats of strength, death defying stunts, brilliant balancing and jovial jumping, effortlessly performed before your very eyes. Performed with inspiring original music, amazing puppetry and ingenious slight of hand, prepare to be enthralled and dumbfounded!

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303

FRI 4 APRIL I 11am I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Jabuti Theatre

My City My City tells the story of two lost souls. One speaks only Spanish and the other only Gaelic. Although they don’t speak the same language, they tell each other fantastical stories using simply their own bodies, music and any object that they can find. My City, is set to live music, highlights and explores themes of environmental awareness. Each production is accompanied by a workshop that allows children to create puppets and musical instruments from recycled objects, emphasizing the importance of reusing and recycling.

age

5+

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 SAT 5 APRIL I 11am I £5.50, conc. £4.50

age

3–5

Puppet Anima

Adventures From The Odyssey With Puppet Anima Ancient Greece comes to life for children as Carolyne and her friendly little dog invite everyone to travel back in time to discover stories of monsters and magic. Bring your family to meet the poet who wrote those famous tales long ago, join Odysseus on his journey to Ithaca, and visit the first ever Olympic Games! Come for a fun and gentle introduction to the wonders of the ancient world through interactive storytelling with soft hand puppets.

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303

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MON 7 APRIL I 11am & 2pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Lempen Puppet Theatre

The Golden Princess age

5+

Melo, the strange, one legged musician, sits alone by the sea, content in his world and playing the most beautiful music. But who comes here? A golden carriage bearing a Princess so beautiful that she wears a golden mask to hide her blinding beauty...and she pushes him in the mud! Puppetry, shadows, original music, acting – and occasional face pulling – are used to tell this delightful story.

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 TUES 8 APRIL I 11am & 2pm I £5.50, conc. £4.50

age

4+

Mousetale Puppets

Oscar and The Lost City Of The Incas Go for gold! A school history lesson about the Incas unexpectedly comes to life, throwing Oscar the Mouse into a thrilling adventure with a comical chimp called Monkey! A magical mix of music, humour and action-packed adventure, this colourful show will captivate children and adults alike.

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303

TUE 8 APRIL I 11am I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Garlic Theatre

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Take one castle, one broom and one book of sorcery. Add a boy with the tingle of magic in his fingertips and a spell that spirals out of control... and you have the classic tale of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice! This production conjures a bewitching tale, full of mystery and enchantment, with its blend of physical theatre, humour and technical wizardry. Puppets, mime and a dash of real magic will leave adults and children enthralled.

age

4+

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 MON 14 APRIL I 11am I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company

The Little Red Hen age

3+

Making bread is hard work, but it would be a lot easier if the lazy farm yard animals got off their reclining sofas and lent a hand to the little red hen. This ingenious adaptation of the early learning classic story, features a host of animal puppets, sing-along songs and madcap comic routines. It genuinely is a treat for the whole family.

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

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THURS 3 – SUN 6 APRIL I Thurs 2pm; Fri & Sat 11am & 2pm; Sun 12pm & 3pm £12, Family Saver £44, Groups 10+ £9, Adult & Baby £14

The Singing Kettle

Fantastic Funfair

age

1+

Roll up, roll up for The Singing Kettle’s most amazing adventure yet. Set in the neon-coloured world of Big Wheels, Merry-go-Rounds and Helter Skelters, join Anya, Kevin and Gary as they take a trip round the Fantastic Funfair. There’s thrills and spills with games like hook the rubber duck and test o’ strength to win very special prizes; the Magical Singing Kettles.

Packed with, audience participation, colourful costumes, crazy characters and lots and lots of surprises, it’s rip-roaring fun for both kids and adults alike. Bonzo the dog will be involved in the carnival mayhem. Singalong with Singing Kettle favourites like Ten in the Bed, My Aunt Came Back, Apples & Bananas and Billy Goats Gruff, as well as brand new songs. There’s even a chance you could be picked to help out on stage during the show. Dress in bright colours from head to toe for the Funfair. Visit www.singingkettle.com for more details.

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

age

0–7

WED 9 & THURS 10 APRIL Wed 1.30pm; Thur 10.30am I £5.50, conc. £4.50

Scottish Dance Theatre

Fleur Darkin’s Innocence A unique playroom performance, Innocence invites 0-7 year olds (and their adults), to explore William Blake’s imagination. Innocence is a magical theatrical journey led by Scottish Dance Theatre’s captivating dancers, with live music, songs, giggles and animal noises by Paul Bradley. Innocence is a wonderful dance adventure for young ones, their families and friends.

“Positively perfect introduction to dance” ★★★★ The Scotsman “Full of rich imaginings” The Herald

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303

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age

TUE 29 APRIL I 1.30pm & 7pm I ÂŁ7, conc. ÂŁ5

7+

Visible Fictions presents

Robin Hood Somewhere near you there is a band of brothers fighting for justice.

Seeking to rid the land of evil and return hope to the poorly treated.

They are lean, mean, trained justice fighting machines! Armed with whatever comes their way, nothing is as it seems in this Sherwood Forrest, but one thing is for sure... no rogue is safe!

Join internationally acclaimed Visible Fictions for a silly and unexpected take on Robin Hood and be prepared to unleash your imagination!

Look out rich folks, your piggy banks may never be safe again!

Originally co commissioned with the Kennedy Centre, Washington

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302

age

1– 4

“Delightful… adults and children left with smiles on their faces” ★★★★TimeOut London

FRI 2 MAY I 11.30am & 1.30pm I Carnegie Hall I £5.50, conc. £4.50 SUN 4 MAY I 1pm & 3pm I Adam Smith Theatre I £5.50, conc. £4.50

A macrobert & Frozen Charlotte co-production

Too Many Penguins How many penguins are too many penguins? Mr Polaro thinks that one is more than enough, thank you very much. Squeeze into this fun theatrical experience, to find out. It might get crowded, but we promise the arrival of the penguins, however many, will entertain and delight.

2012 Winner of Critics Award for Theatre in Scotland for Best Production for Children and Young People. www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302

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TUE 13 MAY I 1.30pm I £6, conc. £4.50

Imaginate Festival on Tour presents The Last Great Hunt

age

The Adventures 9+ of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer The Adventures of Alvin Sputnik: Deep Sea Explorer is a highly imaginative fusion of animation, puppetry, projections and music, telling the tale of a quiet hero, Alvin, and the search for his lost love in the seemingly endless depths of the ocean.

Having charmed audiences worldwide, and received countless five star reviews and awards, this exquisite one-man show is a heart-warming and beautiful experience that’s a remarkable pocket masterpiece of invention, staging and performance. “absorbing, touching and uplifting” The Australian “... an endearing Australian solo show... akin to a theatrical Wall-E” New York Times Winner Outstanding Solo Show New York Fringe Festival Winner Best Theatre Production Auckland Fringe Part of the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme.

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www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302

age

4–8

SUN 18 MAY I 2pm I £6, conc. £4.50

Imaginate Festival on Tour presents Compagnia TPO & Insite Arts

Saltbush Children’s Cheering Carpet Saltbush is an interactive journey through the culture and landscape of Aboriginal Australia, celebrated through live dance, music, song and stories. Saltbush is a collaboration between Italian, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australian artists and follows the journey of two Aboriginal friends as they cross Australia on foot. Children are invited to explore, play and dance with the performers as the landscape unfolds around them, providing a unique immersive experience and where the audience can become part of this visually beautiful journey.

“Children’s theatre doesn’t get any better than this… the perfect fusion of dance, art and breathtaking digital design.” ★★★★★ The Sunday Mail, Australia Part of the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme.

This production has also been assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

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WHAT’S ON WHEN! MARCH Fri 7

6pm

Children’s Classic Concerts Junk Trunk

Rothes Halls

Wed 12 & Thur 13

Wed 7.30pm; Thur 10.30am

Sell A Door Theatre Company Kidnapped

Carnegie Hall

Age 4+ Age 6+

Tue 18

11am & 1.30pm

Catherine Wheels The Ballad of Pondlife McGurk

Carnegie Hall

Age 9+

Sun 23 – Wed 26

10.30am & 1.30pm

An Ailie Cohen Puppetmaker Unicorn Co-production The Secret Life of Suitcases

Adam Smith Studio Lochgelly Centre Studio Carnegie Hall Studio Rothes Halls Studio

Age 5+

Sat 29

11am & 2pm

Faux Theatre Celeste’s Circus

Adam Smith Studio

Age 0 – 5

11am & 2pm

The Folding Theatre Puppet Company Two Can Toucan

Carnegie Hall Studio

Age 3+

APRIL Tue 1 Wed 2

11am

Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre Gingerbread Man

Adam Smith Studio

Age 3+

Thur 3

11am & 2pm

Yugen Puppet Company The Little Princess Goldtree

Carnegie Hall Studio

Age 4+

Thur 3 – Sun 6

Various Times

The Singing Kettle Fantastic Funfair

Adam Smith Theatre

Age 1+

Fri 4

11am & 2pm

Sokobauno Puppet Theatre Albert’s Amazing Acrobatic Flea Circus

Lochgelly Centre Studio

Age 4+

Fri 4

11am

Jabuti Theatre My City

Rothes Halls Studio

Age 5+

Sat 5

11am

Puppet Anima Adventures from the Odyssey

Lochgelly Centre Studio

Age 3 – 5

Mon 7

11am & 2pm

Lempen Puppet Theatre The Golden Princess

Carnegie Hall Studio

Age 5+

Tue 8

11am & 2pm

Mousetale Puppets Oscar and The Lost City of The Incas

Lochgelly Centre Studio

Age 4+

Tue 8

11am

Garlic Theatre The Sorcerer’s Apprentice

Rothes Halls Studio

Age 4+

Wed 9 & Thur 10

Wed 1.30pm; Thur 10.30am

Scottish Dance Theatre Fleur Darkin’s Innocence

Lochgelly Centre Studio

Age 0 – 7

Mon 14

11am

Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company Little Red Hen

Adam Smith Studio

Age 3+

Tue 29

1.30pm & 7pm

Visible Fictions Robin Hood

Carnegie Hall

Age 7+

MAY Fri 2

11.20am & 1.30pm

macrobert & Frozen Charlotte Too Many Penguins

Carnegie Hall Studio

Age 1 – 4

Sun 4

1pm & 3pm

macrobert & Frozen Charlotte Too Many Penguins

Adam Smith Studio

Age 1 – 4

Tue 13

1.30pm

Imaginate Festival on Tour Alvin Sputnik – Deep Sea Explorer

Carnegie Hall Studio

Age 9+

Sun 18

2pm

Imaginate Festival on Tour Saltbush Children’s Cheering Carpet

Adam Smith Theatre

Age 4 – 8