As a charity, every donation to Polka makes a difference.
Your support helps all children experience and access Polka’s productions and workshops in our welcoming venue that young people can call their own.
Here are some of the programmes and opportunities made possible thanks to the support of our Polka family.
- 9,000+ free theatre tickets to Polka shows each year through Curtain Up!
- 1,000+ free tickets each year to Polka shows, workshops and events for local families who are struggling with life challenges, through Polka Invites.
- A free weekly drama club called Freefalling for young people in Merton from vulnerable backgrounds.
- Accessible theatre productions for children and families who are disabled or have additional needs to help everyone experience live theatre on an even footing.
- Free tailor-made access workshops for children from special educational needs schools and centres to ensure their Polka experience is easy, enjoyable and impactful.
- An intensive free programme called Write Here Write Now with London-wide primary schools to inspire a love of storytelling
- Offering Polka as a ‘Merton warm space’
- Opportunities for Merton community groups to use our meeting rooms and facilities free of charge every Thursday.
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