Babe, the Sheep-Pig
Meet the lovable Babe in an action-packed show for the whole family this winter
25 Nov - 5 Feb
Main Stage Ages
5 - 11
A Play by David Wood
Based on the book by Dick King-Smith
When Babe arrives at Hogget’s Farm he is taken in by the trusty sheep-dog Fly and discovers a talent for herding. With the help of his adopted Mum, our polite piglet soon wins over the most suspicious of sheep. But can a small pig make it in a dog’s world and when his farmyard friends are in trouble can Babe save the day?
This classic children’s novel, which won huge acclaim as an Oscar Award-winning film, comes to the stage with plenty of thrills, laughter, stunning puppetry and original music.
Join us for an enchanting winter warmer as we follow the incredible story of one piglet’s rise to become the world famous sheep-pig.
Running Time: 1 hour 45 minutes (with interval)
A Polka Theatre, Tom O’Connell Productions and Limelight co-production
Prior to UK tour – click here for tour dates
Polka’s production of Babe, the Sheep-Pig is supported by The Orchard Day Nursery, Wimbledon
Trailer & Gallery
Reviews
“Comical and innovative”
★★★★ The Upcoming
“An endearing story that pulls on your heartstrings, while entertaining all the family”
★★★★ Everything Theatre
“We’ve been enjoying Polka’s high quality children’s theatre for well over a decade. Babe stands out as probably the best production we’ve ever seen there.”
Mumsnet
“It’s hard for your heart not to melt”
What’sOnStage
“Joyous”
Children’s Theatre Reviews
Ticket Prices
Tickets £18.50 | Concessions £12 | Previews £14
£1.50 transaction charge per booking
Premium Package: For £26 enjoy the best seats in the house, interval ice creams, a programme and poster.
School tickets: £11.50 each (£10.50 when book before 30 Sep)
Plus one free teacher/adult ticket for every 10 students
GROUP DISCOUNT on full-price tickets
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Age Policy
Recommended for ages 5 – 11. Click to read Age Policy
All Ages Welcome performances are available so you can bring younger siblings. Children under the age of 4 will only be admitted to All Ages Welcome shows.
Cast & Creative
CAST
Emma Barclay
Nicola Blackman
Thomas Gilbey
Oliver Grant
Claire Greenway
Ben Ingles
Jacqui Sanchez
Lucy Thomas
CREATIVE TEAM
Michael Fentiman Director
Madeleine Girling Set and Costume Designer
Matthew Forbes Puppetry Director
Baranby Race Composer
Jack Knowles Lighting Designer
George Dennis Sound Designer
Max Humphries and Dik Downey Puppet Co Designers & Makers
Access
Relaxed Performance: Sun 11 Dec, 11am
Click here to download the Relaxed Performance Pack
BSL interpreted performance: Sat 7 Jan, 12:30pm
Click here to watch a BSL interpreted synopsis
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Audio Described Performance: Sat 7 Jan, 4pm
Click here to listen to audio described files
Schools’ Audio Described Performance: Thur 12 Jan, 10:30am
School’s Relaxed Performance: Wed 25 Jan, 10:30am
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