Performances – Saturday 15 November – Sunday 18 January
Duration – Approx. 1 hour 30 mins
Age Recommendation – 6-12 years
A Polka Theatre production
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Lila dreams of becoming a Master Firework-Maker just like her father. However, to become one, she must go on an epic journey that will push her to her limits. Only then can she discover the closely guarded secret to becoming a true firework master.
But when her father’s life depends on her winning the firework competition and pulling off the best display the world has ever seen, can Lila’s skills save the day and light up the skies?
Join Lila on the quest of a lifetime as she faces friend and foe on her illuminating journey of self-discovery. Polka Theatre present a brand-new production directed by Lee Lyford, based on the much-loved, award-winning book by Philip Pullman.
Generously supported by the Chan Yin Chuen Memorial Charitable Foundation.
Extracts from THE FIREWORK MAKER’S DAUGHTER by Philip Pullman, published by Doubleday. Copyright © 1995 by Philip Pullman. Reprinted by permission of The Random House Group Limited. Licenced by arrangement with United Agents. Illustration Hesh Creative.
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- 15th Nov - 18th Jan
- Start time Varied
- Location Polka's Y C Chan Theatre
Additional Events
Relaxed
- Date 06/12/2025
- Time 11:00 am
Read the social story here.
Audio Described
- Date 13/12/2025
- Time 2:30 pm
Touch tour at 1.30pm
Captioned
- Date 10/01/2026
- Time 11:00 am
BSL Interpreted
- Date 11/01/2026
- Time 2:30 pm
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Firework Shadow Puppetry Workshop
Monday 22 December
Ages 5-8
10.30-3.30pm
From £50* (Child only)
Design a firework-themed puppet and use light and shadows to bring them to live.
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