Big Dreams: Industry Day

Friday 18 September

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Big Dreams: Industry Day

Polka presents an Industry Day in celebration of Early Years Theatre.
Join in with panel discussions with industry specialists, Q&As and a first look at brand-new scratch performances from participants of Polka’s Artist Development Programme (Catapult), and networking opportunities with industry peers.
This event is part of our Big Dreams Festival. More information here.
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Tickets from

£5.00 +£2.50 booking fee per order

Date

Friday 18 September

Duration

9 hrs 20 mins

About

Stratches and presentations from our 2026 Catapult Artist. Available in Day Pass.
Arlo Wilson, Inna Cebotari, Minhee Yeo & Kassna, Little but Fierce, Jeanzia Guan, Izzy Jiang & Yunshu Jiang and Layla Madanat & Roann Hassani McCloskey
Meet the Catapult Programme participants here.

 

Workshop – Reward your Inner Child with Chloe Stephens from Page One Theatre – 10 – 11.30am. Available in Workshop pass.
A joyful workshop for adults to reconnect with your inner child through play, and expand your approach to creating theatre for early years with Chloe Stephens.

 

Q&A – Available in Day pass, Workshop pass and Q&As pass.

You Shouldn’t Make That for Children – 11.45am – 12.45pm
In an increasingly polarised society, how do programmers, commissioners and artists respond to the idea that some topics, themes, genres and styles shouldn’t be made for child audiences. With Kate Cross (The Egg), Adjjima Na Patalung (Imaginate Festival), Rachel Bagshaw (The Unicorn) and Helen Matravers (Polka Theatre).

How Do We Solve a Problem like Touring – 1.45pm – 2.45pm
Digging into the ever more difficult touring circuit, exploring hidden costs and unexpected Contras, administrative and marketing demands and the pastoral support needed to produce a long-running touring show. With Little Seeds, Turtle Key Arts, Z Arts and more to be annouced.

 

Show – Multicolore – 6 – 6.30pm – Available for all ticket types.
Join us for an exclusive showing of Cie En Attendant La Marée’s Multicolore
Please email [email protected] to book your place. Please note capacity is limited.

Ticket Prices

There are three different ticket types available. Choose from: Day pass, Workshop pass and Q&As pass. Each pass is broken down below.

 

Day Pass – Tickets: £10*

Includes:

  • Catapult sharings from 10am – 4.50pm
  • Both Q&A panels

 

Workshop Pass -Tickets £10*

Includes:

  • Workshop with Chloe Stephens
  • Both Q&A panels

 

Q&As Pass – Tickets £5*

Includes:

  • Both Q&As panels

*£2.50 transaction fee applies to phone and online bookings. T&Cs.

Access and Support

Contact us on 020 8543 4888 or [email protected] or any access enquiries.

Book tickets

  • Day Pass
  • Workshop Pass
  • Q&A Pass

School Bookings

Below are available school performances. Please click the MAKE A BOOKING button below to provide a few details about your visit and book a date.