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Polka Invites is a funded programme, which aims to increase access to creative experiences at Polka, for families in our community who otherwise could not attend. 

Thank you to the Hugo Halkes Charitable Trust for supporting The Hugo Halkes Ticket Fund, and to Banham Foundation. 

What’s Polka Invites?  

Polka Invites has been created to allow us to support new audiences, by offering FREE and subsidised creative opportunities for children and families to enjoy.  

Who is Polka Invites for?

Polka Invites is a funded scheme for families and children who are unable to access creative experiences due to financial barriers or other limitations.  

What’s on offer?  

A range of FREE and discounted activities, including:  

  • Selected performances* 
  • Saturday Club – a family event on the first Saturday of each month with storytelling, puppet making, craft activities etc* 
  • Take Part - after school and holiday workshops* 
  • Discounted drinks in the Café 

The theatre has indoor and outdoor play spaces, a buggy park, toilets, a reading corner and dressing up.  All of this is completely free.  Everyone is welcome.    

How to get involved?  

Polka Invites is an ‘invitation only’/referral scheme. If you would like to apply or find out more, please email community@polkatheatre.com. 

If you would like to make a self-referral, please fill out the form here.  If you would prefer a printed copy or a phone call, please email community@polkatheatre.com.

*Please note: all our ticketed activities are subject to availability and must be booked in advance.  The theatre’s play facilities, indoor and out, are free to use at any time with no need to book. 

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Box office 020 8543 4888

boxoffice@polkatheatre.com

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