TakeOff Festival of Theatre for Children and Young People 2012 Family Brochure

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CONTENTS WELCOME

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ABOUT TAKEOFF

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HOW TO BOOK

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Theatre Hullabaloo is delighted to bring you this year’s TakeOff Festival of theatre for children and young people, packed to the brim with fantastic shows from home and abroad to thrill and inspire the most important audience of all.

FREE EVENTS The Whale The Polar Bears

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SHOWS The Big Jump Ets-Beest Cocoon Wanted: Rabbit Blown Away The Elves and the Shoemakers Cloud Man Egg Red Riding Hood Mise: Story of a Girl Grimm Tales Jason and the Argonauts Time for the Good Looking Boy TAKEOFF FESTIVAL DIARY TAKEOFF ON TOUR DIARY TAKEOFF MAP

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“I’ve been here before, this is the place where magic happens.”

Audience member, aged 5, TakeOff Festival 2010

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@TakeOff Festival #takeoff2012

WELCOME MIRANDA THAIN Creative Producer, Theatre Hullabaloo A warm welcome to TakeOff Festival 2012, England’s leading celebration of theatre for young audiences.

This year we are delighted to offer a rich and varied programme of performances for our youngest audiences in venues across our region, before welcoming artists, educators, programmers, their families and friends to share a treasure trove of stories, old and new, in the beautiful City of Durham.

Be swallowed by a storytelling whale, tickled by some mischievous polar bears, set off on an adventure into the clouds, or tackle some very naughty rabbits, TakeOff Festival reminds us all of the importance of visiting the place where magic happens.

ALISON CLARK-JENKINS Regional Director, Arts Council England “The TakeOff Festival is an important national festival which brings world-class theatre to young audiences. Hosted in our region, TakeOff not only supports artists in the early development of ideas for work for young audiences, but provides them with a platform to show that work and support it where it shows promise. I look forward to seeing the exciting work during the festival in Durham.”

LYN GARDNER Theatre Critic, The Guardian “With its rich programme of world class theatre from the UK and beyond, TakeOff launches children and young people on an imaginative journey without limits.”

SIMON HENIG Leader of Durham County Council “Durham Council is delighted to welcome this wonderful offer of world-class theatre to the region for the benefit of children, young people and their families across the County”

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ABOUT TAKEOFF TakeOff Festival is England's leading celebration of theatre for children and young people. Now in its 25th year, TakeOff 2012 welcomes children, families, schools, and anyone else with an interest in theatre for young audiences to the North East this November. The festival will provide a rich and varied programme of world-class theatre and creative learning opportunities from some of the most exciting artists from the UK and across the world.

FREE FAMILY WEEKEND 10th - 11th November TakeOff 2012 kicks off with a weekend of family events in Durham City. A giant storytelling whale will be taking up residence outside the Gala Theatre and two friendly Polar Bears will be roaming the streets of Durham looking for food and friendship – see if you can spot them and help them on their way.

MAIN FESTIVAL PROGRAMME 14th - 16th November Durham City will be jam-packed with some of the best productions for young audiences from the UK and Europe. There is something for all ages from 18 months up and performances will be held at venues across the City. Please see the Festival Diary at the back of the brochure for full details.

TAKEOFF ON TOUR 8th - 17th November

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At TakeOff Festival, we want as many children and young people as possible to take advantage of the world-class theatre we are bringing to the North East. We have teamed up with venues across our region to show some of the performances as part of their autumn/winter programmes. See the How to Book section for a list of venues.

SCHOOLS Most of the shows during the festival are available for school and nursery groups to book. Please see the Festival Diary at the back for more information.

To book performances between 14th and 16th November please contact Theatre Hullabaloo on 01325 352 004.

For all other performances, please contact the venue direct.

DELEGATE EVENT TakeOff 2012 also includes a three day delegate event from 14th – 16th November. Whether you are an artist, producer, programmer, funder, parent, educator, reviewer, or just have a passion for young people’s theatre, there is a place for you on one of our delegate packages.

For more information please visit www.takeofffestival.org.uk

SMALL SIZE TakeOff is proud to specialise in theatre for the very youngest and is a member of the European Small Size Network. Small Size, the European network for the diffusion of performing arts aimed at early childhood (0 - 6 years) provides a structure through which to meet, share experience and exchange knowledge; to develop collaborative projects and disseminate information and research. The network, which includes 12 co-organisers from different countries, has been awarded EC funding until 2014 to support its work through the Small Size, Big Citizens project. www.smallsize.org Thank you to our partners in the UK Small Size micro-network.

Polka Theatre www.polkatheatre.co.uk Starcatchers www.starcatchers.org.uk Sticky Fingers www.stickyfingersarts.co.uk

HOW TO BOOK All performances during the main festival (14th – 16th Nov) will be performed at one of the following venues in Durham: Alington House, North Bailey Assembly Rooms, North Bailey Gala Theatre, Millennium Place Joachim Room, College of St Hild & St Bede Tickets for these performances are available from the Gala Theatre box office on 0191 332 4041 or www.galadurham.co.uk Schools Contact Theatre Hullabaloo for information and to book tickets TakeOff on Tour For all performances either side of the main festival, please contact the individual venues. Box office details below: ARC, Stockton 01642 525 199 www.arconline.co.uk Arts Centre Washington 0191 219 3455 www.artscentrewashington.co.uk Darlington Civic Theatre 01325 486 555 www.darlington.gov.uk/Leisure/arts/arts.htm Dolphin Centre, Darlington 01325 486 555 www.darlington.gov.uk/Leisure/arts/arts.htm Ingleton Village Hall 01325 730 250 www.highlightsnorth.co.uk Middlesbrough Town Hall 01642 729 729 www.middlesbrough.gov.uk Pelton Community Centre, Chester-le-Street 0191 370 0726 www.peltoncommunitycentre.co.uk Town Hall Theatre, Hartlepool 01429 890 000 www.whatshappeninghartlepool.com St Thomas Church, Stanhope 01388 528673 www.highlightsnorth.co.uk

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THE WHALE by Talking Birds

WIN A F MILY OR TICKET F TAKEOFF SHOW

THE POLAR BEARS by Fish and Game

Millennium Place, Durham

Durham City Centre

10th & 11th November 10am - 4pm

10th & 11th November 10am - 4pm

Enter the jaws of a giant silver whale to be serenaded by a lovesick submariner, and you might leave with a gift from the sea. A three-minute journey for one adventurer at a time (or two if you’re shy).

Two friendly Polar Bears are heading to Durham.

They’re a bit lost. And hungry too (polar bears are always hungry!) Look out for them in unlikely places and maybe you can help them find their way.

Suitable for all ages 6+ and fully accessible for wheelchair users.

COMPETITION! The Whale needs a name. Enter our competition online at www.takeofffestival.org.uk to win a family ticket for four to a TakeOff show of your choice. Closing date 2nd November 2012 with a naming ceremony on Saturday 10th November at 3pm.

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Image: Tommy Ga-Ken Wan

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FREE EVENTS @ TAKEOFF

Polar Bear fun is suitable for all ages and will take place in various locations in Durham City Centre.

SHOWS @ TAKEOFF

Age 18 mon th - 4 yea s rs

THE BIG JUMP Theatre de la Guimbarde (Belgium) Two characters go on a voyage of discovery in a building site inhabited by unusual objects and sounds. In this playground, they construct and deconstruct, plunge into materials and sounds, experiment like scientists.

Driven by curiosity, they stick their noses into plaster, make music with the scaffolding, stack up bricks, send water and sand down the pipes and end their adventures with a big jump!

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

16th Nov 9.30am/11am Gala Theatre 0191 332 4041 50 minutes + Messy Play Session

Image: Virginie Pollet

Where Duration

“The Big Jump is playful, inventive and great fun for young children. With themes that all of us can identify with. Children are invited to stay for messy play after the performance.�

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ETS-BEEST Katrina Brown & Han Buhrs (Holland) Ets-beest is a performance event for, and with, an early years audience which takes place around a large piece of paper and literally translates as, ‘Etching Beast’.

The show is a coming together of dance, drawing and music where the boundaries between audience and artist blur.

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Image: Katrina Brown

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Where Duration

“A performance which breaks the barrier between performer and audience, Katrina Brown and Han Buhrs perform with intense energy - captivating the young audience before inviting them onto the paper to join the dancer in the moving and drawing. The performance transforms into a collective activity as the children are invited to stay and draw with nontoxic charcoal.”

15th Nov 9.30am/11am/1pm Gala Theatre 0191 332 4041 40 minutes

Age 2-5 years

COCOON Theatre o.N. (Germany)

It feels like a gentle dream when suddenly - crackle, tackle, chuckle a mysterious being is coming into the world. And now?

Cocoon takes its young audience on a journey: from the very beginnings, passing through stages of metamorphosis and finally unfolding to freedom.

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

15th Nov 11am/1.30pm Joachim Room 0191 332 4041 50 minutes Image: Till Budde

Where Duration

“A gentle introduction to theatre, Cocoon is a poetic performance with two captivating performers and live music.�

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WANTED: RABBIT

Age 3-4 years

Theatergroep Max (Holland) In Wanted: Rabbit three police officers are looking for a rabbit that has escaped from prison.

You see, rabbits don’t play by the rules. They dig holes without asking permission, eat carrots that they haven’t paid for, make a mess in the street and, even though they have big ears, don’t listen.

During the chase, rabbits appear across the mini city and even the police chief starts to grow rabbit ears! Will you help us solve this case?

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Where Image: Moon Saris

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Duration

“Wanted: Rabbit is a hilarious performance full of slapstick and rabbits! With a beautiful miniature set, this is a real treat for everyone over three.”

15th Nov 10am Dolphin Centre 01325 486 555 16th Nov 9am/11am/1pm Joachim Room 0191 332 4041 40 minutes

Age 3-5 years

BLOWN AWAY Birdsnest Theatre (England) The wind can whisk you up into the sky, the wind can take you on an adventure! What if, one windy night, a little girl arrives in your bedroom and tells you she's the wind?

Join us as a small boy finds himself swept up and whisked away on an unforgettable journey with her. Flying through the air with the world so small below them, they feel big, and when you’re big you can do anything at all!

A beautiful and engaging show containing live music, shadow puppetry and movement.

“This new piece of early years theatre from a new English company promises to be an enchanting performance which will inspire audiences. At the end of the show children are invited to stay and play.”

Where

16th Nov 11am/1.30pm Alington House 0191 332 4041 17th Nov 11am Middlesbrough Town Hall 01642 729 729

Duration

55 minutes

Image: Melissa Four

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

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THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAKERS

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Theatre Hullabaloo & The Berry Theatre (England) Once, there were two shoemakers who were very old and very poor, so poor they couldn’t even afford to buy Christmas presents for each other.

But one Christmas Eve, just as the snow drifted down outside and the clock struck midnight, two little elves decided to spread a little bit of magic which would make a whole lot of difference.

Puppetry, song and a pinch of elf magic combine in this new version of the Christmas classic from award winning playwright, Mike Kenny.

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Where Image: Josie Brookes

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Duration

“A delightful treat for children and families to enjoy based on the traditional fairy tale - with extra elf magic!”

31st Oct 11.30am/2.30pm ARC 01642 525 199 10th Nov 3.30pm Town Hall Theatre 01429 890 000 13th Nov 10.30am/6.30pm Pelton Community Centre 0191 370 0726 15th Nov 9.30/11am Assembly Rooms 0191 332 4041 6th Dec 10.30am/1.30pm 7th Dec 10.30am/7pm, 8th Dec 1pm/3pm Arts Centre Washington 0191 219 3455 55 minutes

CLOUD MAN

Age 4-7 years

Ailie Cohen (Scotland) Cloudia has always had her head in the clouds. A cloud expert, she has dreamt all her life of seeing a Cloud Man - extremely rare creatures who live a quiet life high up in the sky...

In this delightful show brought to you by Ailie Cohen Puppet Maker, the audience follows the clues to the very top of Cloud Mountain, a place where the views are always surprising - and, if you’re lucky, you might see something very special indeed.

Where Duration

“With a beautiful set and a charming puppet, this is a performance which will captivate audiences of all ages.”

14th Nov 1.30pm/4pm/5.30pm 15th Nov 9.30am Alington House 0191 332 4041 17th Nov 11.30am/2.30pm ARC 01642 525 199 40 minutes

Image: Iain Craig

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

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Age 4-7 years

EGG Cahoots NI (Northern Ireland)

Egg is all about magic and music and... an egg. The delightful story unfolds on a tiny, rustic set, exquisitely constructed out of twigs, feathers and shell.

Join three madcap birds on an adventure of a lifetime as they grapple with growing up and giving in to their natural instincts to take flight. And then of course they meet an egg!

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Image: Richard Watson

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Where Duration

“Cahoots NI never fail to produce magical theatre for children and Egg is no exception!�

14th Nov 9.45am/1.20pm Gala Theatre 0191 332 4041 40 minutes

Age 4+ years

RED RIDING HOOD Engine House Theatre & Lakeside Arts Centre 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 having none of it and just wouldn’t settle down. Grandma’s attic is far too exciting for sleeping. And when you start acting out your favourite fairytale who knows what’s in store?

Where Duration

“Written by Mike Kenny, with live music and song, this production retells this fantastical fairytale in an unforgettable way!”

13th Nov 10am Darlington Civic Theatre 01325 486 555 14th Nov 7.15pm Gala Theatre 0191 332 4041 50 minutes

Image: Ruth Disney

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

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MISE: STORY OF A GIRL Branar (Ireland) Sometimes small things happen, and though they are small things, in our head they can grow into huge problems. This is the story of a little girl that can’t sleep because a small thing happened.

With beautiful puppetry, live music and animation Branar tell this simple magical and moving story of the night the girl couldn’t get to sleep and the adventure she had trying.

Mise: Story of a Girl is supported by the Arts Council of Ireland and Foras na Gaeilge and is produced in association with Draíocht Arts Centre.

Branar's participation in the TakeOff Festival has been kindly supported by Culture Ireland.

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Image: Rédín Ní Thuama

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Where Duration

“Mise: Story of a Girl is a simple story that many of us can identify with, told through exquisite puppetry and live music.”

16th Nov 1.30pm/3pm Gala Theatre 0191 332 4041 40 minutes

GRIMM TALES

Age 6-11 years

Theatr Iolo (Wales) Playful, mischievous and scary fairy tales for all of the family.

In the dead of night, the moon is hiding behind a cloud, and deep in the dark, dark forest two children are lost, scared and hungry‌ How are we ever going to get out of this enormous forest?

A young girl, exhausted with work and deprived of a bed, lies down in the dirty ashes. Her stepsisters, with hearts as ugly as thorns, snigger at her. Shake your leaves and branches, little tree. Shower gold and silver down on me.

Adapted by Carol Ann Duffy and dramatised by Tim Supple.

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Duration

The award-winning Theatr Iolo brings you the magical stories of the Brothers Grimm. Including Ashputtel (the original Cinderella story) and Hansel & Gretel, there are sure to be stories you know and some that you may not.

8th Nov 10.30 Arts Centre Washington 0191 219 3455 9th Nov 7pm St Thomas Church Hall 01388 528673 10th Nov 7.30pm Ingleton Village Hall 01325 730 250 14th Nov 1.30pm/4pm Assembly Rooms 0191 332 4041 50 minutes

Image: Kirsten McTernan

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JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS

Age 9-13 years

Visible Fictions (Scotland) Jason’s uncle isn’t exactly lovable... he’s murdered his brother (the King) and stolen the crown and now no one dares stand up to him.

Things are about to get a major shakeup though because Jason is BACK! After being banished as a baby, our wannabe hero returns to claim his rightful throne and make some big changes.

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Where Image: Douglas McBride

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Duration

“Told by two performers and a range of action figures, this fast-paced and funny performance sees them tackle fearsome harpies, clashing rocks and a many limbed sea-monster - Jason and the Argonauts has it all!”

14th Nov 10am Town Hall Theatre 01429 890 000 15th Nov 1.30/7pm Gala Theatre 0191 332 4041 40 minutes

Age 14+ years

TIME FOR THE GOOD LOOKING BOY Half Moon presents a Box Clever Theatre Production Picture this: you’re in love, exams are over, summer is here and the party has started. University and the big decisions lie ahead, but everything is suddenly about to change. A young man tells the story of a night to remember with consequences he’ll never forget.

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL SAYS...

Where Duration

“Powerful storytelling at its best, this one-man performance will have audiences on the edge of their seats.”

15th Nov 5.30pm 16th Nov 9.30am/1.30pm Assembly Rooms 0191 332 4041 60 minutes + 20 minutes Text Back Session

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KEY TO SHOWS

TAKEOFF FESTIVAL DIARY

Families

Schools/nurseries

Age

Time

6+

10.00am - 4.00pm

Millennium Place

All Ages

10.00am - 4.00pm

Market Square

6+

10.00am - 4.00pm

Millennium Place

All Ages

10.00am - 4.00pm

Market Square

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Egg

4-7

9.45 - 10.25am

Gala, Theatre

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Egg

4-7

1.20 - 2.00pm

Gala, Theatre

Grimm Tales

6 - 11

1.30 - 2.20pm

Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Cloud Man

4-7

1.30 - 2.20pm

Alington House, North Bailey Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Show

Delegates

Venue

SATURDAY 10TH NOVEMBER The Whale The Polar Bears

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SUNDAY 11TH NOVEMBER The Whale The Polar Bears

WEDNESDAY 14TH NOVEMBER

6 - 11

4.00 - 4.50pm

Cloud Man

4-7

4.00 - 4.50pm

Alington House, North Bailey

Cloud Man

4-7

5.30 - 6.20pm

Alington House, North Bailey

4+

7.15 - 8.05pm

Gala, Theatre

Ets-Beest

2-4

9.30 - 10.10am

Gala, Studio

The Elves and the Shoemakers

3-7

9.30 - 10.20am

Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Cloud Man

4-7

9.30 - 10.20am

Alington House, North Bailey

Grimm Tales

Red Riding Hood

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THURSDAY 15TH NOVEMBER

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Show

Age

Time

Venue

THURSDAY 15TH NOVEMBER (CONT) Ets-Beest

2-4

11.00 - 11.40am

Gala, Studio

The Elves and the Shoemakers

3-7

11.00 - 11.50am

Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Cocoon

2-5

11.00 - 11.50am

Joachim Room, College of St Hild & St Bede

Jason and the Argonauts

9 - 13

1.30 - 2.35pm

Gala, Theatre

Ets-Beest

2-4

1.00 - 1.40pm

Gala, Studio

Cocoon

2-5

1.30 - 2.20pm

Joachim Room, College of St Hild & St Bede

14+

5.30 - 6.30pm

Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Jason and the Argonauts

9 - 13

7.00 - 8.05pm

Gala, Theatre

FRIDAY 16TH NOVEMBER

4-7

9.30 - 10.20am

18 months - 4

9.30 - 10.20am

Gala, Studio

Time for the Good Looking Boy

14+

9.30 - 10.30am

Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Wanted: Rabbit

3-4

9.30 - 10.10am

Joachim Room, College of St Hild & St Bede

18 months - 4

11.00 - 11.50am

Gala, Studio

Time for the Good Looking Boy

The Big Jump

The Big Jump Wanted: Rabbit

3-4

11.00 - 11.40am

Joachim Room, College of St Hild & St Bede

Blown Away

3-5

11.00 - 11.55am

Alington House, North Bailey

Wanted: Rabbit

3-4

1.00 - 1.40pm

Joachim Room, College of St Hild & St Bede

Blown Away

3-5

1.30 - 2.25pm

Alington House, North Bailey

Time for the Good Looking Boy

14+

1.30 - 2.30pm

Assembly Rooms, North Bailey

Mise: Story of a Girl

5-9

1.30 - 2.10pm

Gala, Theatre

Mise: Story of a Girl

5-9

3.00 - 3.30pm

Gala, Theatre

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KEY TO SHOWS

TAKEOFF ON TOUR DIARY

Show

Venue

WANTED: RABBIT

Age

Date

Time

Dolphin Centre, Darlington

3-4

15th Nov

10.00am

BLOWN AWAY

Middlesbrough Town Hall

3-5

17th Nov

11.00am

THE ELVES AND THE SHOEMAkERS

ARC, Stockton

3-7

31th Oct

11.30am/2.30pm

Town Hall Theatre, Hartlepool

3-7

10th Nov

Pelton Community Centre, Chester-le-Street

3-7

Arts Centre Washington, Washington Arts Centre Washington, Washington

Schools/nurseries

3

3.30pm

3 3 3 3

13th Nov

10.30am/6.30pm

pm

am

3-7

6th Dec

10.30am/1.30pm

3-7

7th Dec

10.30am/7.00pm

Arts Centre Washington, Washington

3-7

8th Dec

1.00pm/3.00pm

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CLOUD MAN

ARC, Stockton

4-7

17th Nov

11.30am/2.30pm

RED RIDING HOOD

Darlington Civic Theatre

4+

13th Nov

10.00am

GRIMM TALES

Arts Centre Washington, Washington

6 - 11

8th Nov

10.30am/1.30pm

St Thomas Church Hall, Stanhope

6 - 11

9th Nov

7.00pm

Ingleton Village Hall, Ingleton

6 - 11

10th Nov

7.30pm

Town Hall Theatre, Hartlepool

9 - 13

14th Nov

10.00am

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JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS

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DURHAM CITY VENUE ADDRESSES Alington House North Bailey Durham DH1 3ET 0191 386 4088

Gala Theatre Millennium Place Durham DH1 1WA 0191 332 4041

Assembly Rooms North Bailey Durham DH1 3ET 0191 334 1419

Joachim Room College of St.Hild and St. Bede St Hilds Lane Durham DH1 1SZ 0191 334 8300 Addresses for TakeOff on Tour venues can be found on their websites. See page 4.

ACCESS Durham is a medieval city and its cobbled streets, while beautiful, may make it difficult for some people to make their way around. If you have any questions about access during the festival please contact Theatre Hullabaloo or check out the festival website.

Contact details for individual venues can be found above and on page 4.

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FOR THEATRE HULLABALOO AND TAKEOFF FESTIVAL

THANK YOU TO OUR FUNDERS, SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS

Miranda Thain Rhona Matheson Hannah Clarke-Stamp Jennifer Murray Alison Rigby Dorcas Pye Diann Allenby Amy Mitchell Nicky Harrison Wonder Associates The Twins

Festival Partners

Festival Supporters

Arts Council England Durham County Council Durham University

British Council Chester-le-Street & District Area Action Partnership CT Web Culture Ireland Darlington Borough Council Event Durham Fenton Arts Trust Radisson Blu Small Size Network TYA England

Creative Producer Festival Programmer Festival Manager Festival Coordinator Technical Director Communications Officer Tour Coordinator Development Worker Press & PR Festival Branding Brochure Design

SPONSORS AND SUPPORTERS Theatre Hullabaloo would like to thank the following partners and funders

Funded as part of the UK micro-network with Polka Theatre

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THEATRE HULLABALOO Theatre Hullabaloo is the North East’s specialist producer of theatre for young audiences. We believe that children and young people have an entitlement to access theatre of the highest quality and greatest artistic challenge, so we collaborate with artists working at the forefront of their artform, developing ideas with young people, to create excellent and inventive theatre.

Hullabaloo: (from NE and Scots dialects). Noisy excitement or fuss. A performance, celebration or other noisy event. A loud noise made in protest.

Widespread excitement.

The Meeting Rooms, 5 Skinnergate, Darlington, County Durham, DL3 7NB Tel: 01325 352 004 Web: www.theatrehullabaloo.org.uk Email: info@theatrehullabaloo.org

SUPPORT TAKEOFF FESTIVAL Donating to TakeOff Festival will extend opportunities to children and families in some of the most deprived parts of the country, bringing communities together in the best way the arts can. Theatre Hullabaloo is core funded by Arts Council England, so every penny that you donate will go directly into frontline projects that will help children and young people develop emotionally, imaginatively and inspire to more If you give to TakeOff Festival in 2012, we can make your money go further through a match funding initiative and we can do even more if you choose to include GiftAid too. Make a difference to the lives of children in your community by supporting TakeOff Festival.

You can donate at www.takeofffestival.org.uk

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