2018 Events
Squashbox Theatre present "Myths & Monsters"
Tuesday 31st July 2018 | 11am | 50 mins | suitable for ages 5+ | All tickets £5 - (under 4's free) - Buy online
Where can you find a creature that is half eagle and half lion? Or one that is half goat, half fish! Or half horse, half human? Or half lion, half goat and half snake? Wait, that’s impossible… or is it? Not in the crazy, mixed-up world of ancient Greek stories, it’s not! The myths and legends of ancient Greece have been passed down through the generations, entrancing and fascinating people for thousands of years….....
Now join Craig Johnson from Squashbox Theatre as he explores these legends of old, using a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy.
Where can you find a creature that is half eagle and half lion? Or one that is half goat, half fish! Or half horse, half human? Or half lion, half goat and half snake? Wait, that’s impossible… or is it? Not in the crazy, mixed-up world of ancient Greek stories, it’s not! The myths and legends of ancient Greece have been passed down through the generations, entrancing and fascinating people for thousands of years….....
Now join Craig Johnson from Squashbox Theatre as he explores these legends of old, using a quirky and ingenious blend of puppetry, storytelling, live music and comedy.
Heartbreak Theatre present "The Midnight Gang" by David Walliams
Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th August 2018 | 4:30pm | 2 hours | suitable for ages 6+ | All tickets £9.50 (under 4's free) - Buy online
Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for… the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning… When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself at Lord Funt Hospital, and is greeted by a terrifying-looking porter. Things go from bad to worse when he meets the wicked matron in charge of the children’s ward… But Tom is about to embark on the most thrilling journey of a lifetime! The Midnight Gang tells an extraordinarily heartwarming and, of course, funny story of five children on a hospital ward – and on a quest for adventure! It is a story of friendship and magic – and of making dreams come true.
Midnight is the time when all children are fast asleep, except of course for… the Midnight Gang. That is when their adventures are just beginning… When Tom gets hit on the head by a cricket ball, he finds himself at Lord Funt Hospital, and is greeted by a terrifying-looking porter. Things go from bad to worse when he meets the wicked matron in charge of the children’s ward… But Tom is about to embark on the most thrilling journey of a lifetime! The Midnight Gang tells an extraordinarily heartwarming and, of course, funny story of five children on a hospital ward – and on a quest for adventure! It is a story of friendship and magic – and of making dreams come true.
Squashbox Theatre present "Skillywidden"
Tuesday 14th August 2018 | 11am | 50mins | suitable for ages 5+ | All tickets £5 (under 4's free) - Buy online
Legend has it there are five types of faery in Cornwall: the Small Folk, the Piskies, the Knockers, the Brownies and - most mischievous of all - the Spriggans. Come on a journey through the countryside as we search for these elusive creatures, while learning all about the bees, bats, birds and butterflies who live alongside them. Meet Skillywidden, a very 'nauti' Pisky. Watch the dance of the ‘beautiful’ Faery Queen! Marvel at the incredible Book Of Nature as it literally comes alive before your eyes! Gasp at the antics of Brian, the amazing mind-reading pig!
Skillywidden is a celebration of the wildlife and faery myths of Cornwall, using Squashbox Theatre’s distinctive mix of puppets, songs, storytelling and cabaret, with a strong environmental message. All the family will enjoy the crazy characters, silly slapstick, tall tales and fantastic facts!
Legend has it there are five types of faery in Cornwall: the Small Folk, the Piskies, the Knockers, the Brownies and - most mischievous of all - the Spriggans. Come on a journey through the countryside as we search for these elusive creatures, while learning all about the bees, bats, birds and butterflies who live alongside them. Meet Skillywidden, a very 'nauti' Pisky. Watch the dance of the ‘beautiful’ Faery Queen! Marvel at the incredible Book Of Nature as it literally comes alive before your eyes! Gasp at the antics of Brian, the amazing mind-reading pig!
Skillywidden is a celebration of the wildlife and faery myths of Cornwall, using Squashbox Theatre’s distinctive mix of puppets, songs, storytelling and cabaret, with a strong environmental message. All the family will enjoy the crazy characters, silly slapstick, tall tales and fantastic facts!
Quantum Theatre present "The Reluctant Dragon" by Kenneth Grahame
Tuesday 21st August 2018 | 11:00am | 2 hours | suitable for ages 7+ | All tickets £9.50 (under 4's free) - Buy online
“You’ve got to fight him some time or other, ’cos he’s St George and you’re the dragon…”
When a dragon is discovered up on the Downs, the Boy is not in the least surprised. He's always known the cave there, was a dragon cave, so it seems only right for a dragon to be living in it. But this particular dragon is not a bit like the ones in fairy tales - this one writes poetry and doesn’t like fighting! When the town-folk send for St. George to slay the dragon, the boy needs to come up with a clever plan to save his friend and convince the townsfolk to accept him….
Quantum Theatre presents an enchanting adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s, The Reluctant Dragon - a touching, sweet and funny tale of bravery, friendship and derring-do for all the family.
“You’ve got to fight him some time or other, ’cos he’s St George and you’re the dragon…”
When a dragon is discovered up on the Downs, the Boy is not in the least surprised. He's always known the cave there, was a dragon cave, so it seems only right for a dragon to be living in it. But this particular dragon is not a bit like the ones in fairy tales - this one writes poetry and doesn’t like fighting! When the town-folk send for St. George to slay the dragon, the boy needs to come up with a clever plan to save his friend and convince the townsfolk to accept him….
Quantum Theatre presents an enchanting adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s, The Reluctant Dragon - a touching, sweet and funny tale of bravery, friendship and derring-do for all the family.
Heartbreak Theatre present "The Railway Children" by Edith Nesbit
Tuesday 28th August 2017 | 4:30pm | 2 hours | suitable for ages 6+ | All tickets £9.50 (under 4's free) - Buy online
Attention passengers! We are sorry to announce that all services out of Giggleswick Station are delayed! Gather around Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis on platform one as they pass the time by sharing the classic tale of The Railway Children. Living by the railway line, the children spend quite a bit of time watching the trains and making some unexpected friendships. There is the old gentleman who regularly takes the 9.15 train and helps them solve the mystery of what happened to their father, and the Russian immigrant who teaches them that compassion and understanding cross all boundaries.
All aboard! Full steam ahead! Find your travel companions and take your seats (bring your seats actually, and a picnic) for Heartbreak Productions’ outdoor adaptation of The Railway Children, a classic children’s tale by Edith Nesbit.
Attention passengers! We are sorry to announce that all services out of Giggleswick Station are delayed! Gather around Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis on platform one as they pass the time by sharing the classic tale of The Railway Children. Living by the railway line, the children spend quite a bit of time watching the trains and making some unexpected friendships. There is the old gentleman who regularly takes the 9.15 train and helps them solve the mystery of what happened to their father, and the Russian immigrant who teaches them that compassion and understanding cross all boundaries.
All aboard! Full steam ahead! Find your travel companions and take your seats (bring your seats actually, and a picnic) for Heartbreak Productions’ outdoor adaptation of The Railway Children, a classic children’s tale by Edith Nesbit.
General event information.
All events are held or commence in the courtyard, The Stables, Penrose National Trust, Helston, TR13 0RD. Penrose is a traffic free location, visit by foot, bike or horse. Recommended free parking at Helston Fair Ground TR13 0SR – the Stables is then a 25 minute walk through beautiful woodland (disabled friendly). There is very limited parking at Penrose Hill car park Porthleven. The courtyard is an open air venue, events will take place in all-weather unless dangerous to do so. All seating is unreserved. The Stables Café will be open during the performance - 01326 562353. All major events are advance tickets only via Cornish Riveria Box Office - be warned we have limited capacity so book early! Tickets are non refundable. Under 4's free. Disabled parking arrangements via The Stables Cafe.
All events are held or commence in the courtyard, The Stables, Penrose National Trust, Helston, TR13 0RD. Penrose is a traffic free location, visit by foot, bike or horse. Recommended free parking at Helston Fair Ground TR13 0SR – the Stables is then a 25 minute walk through beautiful woodland (disabled friendly). There is very limited parking at Penrose Hill car park Porthleven. The courtyard is an open air venue, events will take place in all-weather unless dangerous to do so. All seating is unreserved. The Stables Café will be open during the performance - 01326 562353. All major events are advance tickets only via Cornish Riveria Box Office - be warned we have limited capacity so book early! Tickets are non refundable. Under 4's free. Disabled parking arrangements via The Stables Cafe.