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A fun community fundraising walk

Pace it for Polka

  • 4 Sep - 3 Oct
  • Wimbledon Common

Join friends and family for this FREE walk full of fun surprises around Wimbledon Common.

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Polka Reopens

Following a major refurbishment, Polka begins to reopen from mid August with new activities and shows. See ‘What’s On’ for details.

Welcome to Polka

Polka is the UK’s leading theatre for children producing inspirational theatre and creative experiences for children aged 0 - 12 years

RED

A perilous adventure around the new theatre for children aged 6+ and their grown ups

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Cinderella: the AWESOME truth

A glittery, kick-boxing version of the classic Christmas fairy tale

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The Night Before Christmas

A perfect sprinkling of seasonal magic based on the much loved poem

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More than ever before, children need creativity in their lives. The pandemic has amplified inequalities and many families are experiencing financial hardship, emotional distress and isolation. With your help, we can reach those most in need and ensure that cost or ability is never a barrier to having fun at Polka. Our work has a positive impact on children’s achievements in school, improves wellbeing, and changes lives.

 

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Polka Charity Prize Draw

Polka Charity Prize Draw

  • 4th Sep - 3rd Oct
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RED
  • 6+

    • RED

    • 25th Sep - 31st Oct
    • Polka Theatre
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    Cinderella: the AWESOME truth
  • 5+

    • Cinderella: the AWESOME truth

    • 12th Nov - 30th Jan
    • Polka Theatre
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    Cinderella’s Big Bash
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    • Cinderella’s Big Bash

    • 5th Dec - 5th Dec
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    Polka Theatre

    240 The Broadway
    Wimbledon, London
    SW19 1SB

    Opening hours

    Monday - Closed
    Tuesday - 8.30am - 4.30pm
    Wednesday - 8.30am - 4.30pm
    Thursday - 8.30am - 4.30pm
    Friday - 8.30am - 4.30pm
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    Sunday - 9.30am - 5pm

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    Happy bank holiday Monday everyone! RED rehearsal Happy bank holiday Monday everyone! RED rehearsals have started. Director Hannah Quigley says "The most important thing to say is that the story will mainly be told visually and physically." Read her interview on our blog. Link in bio
    Thank you so much to everyone who came to see our Thank you so much to everyone who came to see our show Maanika and the Wolf @CentreCourtShop. We had such a good time getting #BackOnStage. We can't wait for our next show RED to start in our very own venue from 25 Sep. Link in bio.
    Thank you to everyone who came to visit us this we Thank you to everyone who came to visit us this week. We had great fun sharing our workshops with you. 🌈 We have a lot more coming up so have a look at our "What's On" page. Link in bio. . . . #children #childrenscharity #childrensactivitieslondon #backonstage #letsdolondon #supportthearts #theatreisback #savethearts #polkatheatre #childrenstheatre #fantasticforfamilies #familyshow #livetheatre #hereforculture #londontheatre #childrensshow #kidstheatre #polkatheatre #parentsquad #parentinglife #parentsquadmember #parentingcommunity #Wimbledon @theogunsfam @lampejofamily @kiddoadventures_ @wearetheasamoahs @becky_fundays @younglondonist @sw1_mum @dayswithari @pollyaktar @barnetfamilyadventures @along_came_two_girls @themummyconcierge @motherhood_ldn @museummum @outdoor_mummy @mumtobean @lottieburton_ @bubba.club @kiddietrips3 @piccoloexplorer @lovewimbledon
    What are you up to this bank holiday weekend? Only What are you up to this bank holiday weekend? Only 2 days left to catch Maanika and the Wolf at Centre Court Shopping Centre. "Maanika has beautiful props and a brilliant actor." Young Voices Panel 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 . . . @lolaahmadu @fantasticforfamilies @timeandleisure @wimbledonscene @lovewimbledon @oreeandherexplorers @meetthesons @thesouthendmummy @oohlala_mummy @our_little_life_adventures @ashleigh.online @rach_mummy2_hugo_sofia_elliot @raisingislaelyse_ @familiesuk @officialparentsquad @lifeat.no18 @southasianheritagemonth_uk #kidsactivities #summercamp #summerschool #summerschool2021 #theatreworkshop #kidsworkshop #backonstage #polkatheatre #letsdolondon #theatreisback #savethearts #hereforculture #parentsquad #parentinglife #parentsquadmember #design #theatredesign #architecture #painting #interiordesign #parentingcommunity #childrensshow #kidstheatre #daysoutwithkids #kidsdayout #summerwithkids
    A first peek at RED’s model boxes. 📦 The set A first peek at RED’s model boxes. 📦 The set and costumes are designed by Rachana Jadhav, co-Artistic Director of Brolly Productions and award-winning theatre designer and illustrator. We can’t wait to reveal our opening show to you all. What a great way to (re)discover Polka. Tickets are on sale now. Link in bio
    “I would tell younger children that it’s a ver “I would tell younger children that it’s a very cool version of little red riding hood & they should go and watch it.” A great review from one of our Young Voices Panel. Only 4 more days to go. Get your ticket for the experience of a lifetime. #BackOnStage . . . @lolaahmadu @fantasticforfamilies @timeandleisure @wimbledonscene @lovewimbledon @oreeandherexplorers @meetthesons @thesouthendmummy @oohlala_mummy @our_little_life_adventures @ashleigh.online @rach_mummy2_hugo_sofia_elliot @raisingislaelyse_ @familiesuk @officialparentsquad @lifeat.no18 @southasianheritagemonth_uk #kidsactivities #summercamp #summerschool #summerschool2021 #theatreworkshop #kidsworkshop #backonstage #polkatheatre #letsdolondon #theatreisback #savethearts #hereforculture #parentsquad #parentinglife #parentsquadmember #design #theatredesign #architecture #painting #interiordesign #parentingcommunity #childrensshow #kidstheatre #daysoutwithkids #kidsdayout #summerwithkids
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