Visit the incredible world of Stuff and Nonsense.
Making bread is hard work, but it would be a lot easier if the lazy farmyard animals got off their reclining sofas and lent a hand! Join our plucky little hen as she finds her own way to get stuff done.
An energetic adaptation of this much-loved story, featuring a breath-taking combination of brilliant puppetry, live music and unforgettable comedy. Stuff and Nonsense are well-known for their clever, captivating storytelling, ingenious stagings and ability to make us all laugh, returning to Polka after a hugely successful run of The Gingerbread Man last year.
"Truly one of the best performances I have seen. Full enjoyed by all 3 generations"
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Multi-buy offer available! Purchase tickets to any of the applicable shows at the same time and receive 5% off for 2 shows, 10% off for 3 shows or 15% off for 4 or more shows!**
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Access tickets can be booked over the phone or via email for all performances. If you want to find out more or inform us of any particular needs, then just get in touch. We’re happy to help. For all access performances information, click here.
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Age Suggestion - Suitable for all the family (recommended for ages 3-10 years)
Polka Theatre creates a range of productions to be enjoyed by children from 0-12 years. Whilst all children may attend our productions, we feel that this story is best suited to the suggested audience. This may be due to the themes or presentation style. We encourage you to consider this when booking tickets.
Creative Team
Directed by Niki McCretton
A Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company Production
📷 Mark Morreau, photos of a previous cast
*£2.50 transaction fee applies to phone and online bookings. Delivery fees may apply.
** Valid on Band A and Band B seats only. Offer not valid during previews and can not be used in conjunction with another offer. We reserve the right to remove or amend this discount at any time.
***Offer applies at checkout once logged in, Band B only, excluding concessions and excluding preview performances.
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- Age range 3-10 yrs
- 26th May - 4th Jun
- Start time Varied
- Duration 60 mins
- Location Polka's Main Theatre
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