Angel Exit Theatre presents Moonfleet

A stormy tale of shipwrecks and smuggling inspired by J. Meade Falkner’s classic novel.

A straggling gang of mischievous buffoons are washed up amongst the flotsam onto the wild shores of Chesil Beach, and conspire to spin this compelling yarn of a young orphan boy clashing with smugglers and excise men in his quest to find Blackbeard’s cursed diamond and win the hand of his beloved Grace.

Weaving together live music, striking physicality and puppetry, Angel Exit Theatre invite you to enter a thrilling world of dastardly deeds and wicked escapades. Inspired by J.Meade Falkner’s classic novel, Moonfleet is a rip-roaring show for everyone with a sense of adventure aged from 8 to 108.

“Angel Exit are weaving stories with more than a little theatrical magic… There is so much vivid theatricality and inventiveness at work here” [The Guardian]

All tickets £6 in advance, £7 on the door
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Frozen Charlotte: Paperbelle

Paperbelle’s world is blank and plain and she likes it that way. She’s heard of colour but would prefer things to stay as they are – blank and plain. The colours, on the other hand, want to play games and they want Paperbelle to join in. Paperbelle’s world is changing – will she try to stop it or might she find it’s not as bad as it first seemed…

From the makers of Moussa’s Castle and Peep, Paperbelle is a new show designed for children aged 2-5 and their families.

Monday 4 and Tuesday 5 October @ 9.45am and 11.30am

All tickets £4

Reeling and Writhing: If I were a Mouse, I would hide in your Hood

At MacRobert Hall, Tarland

Snuggle in and cozy up for a charming tale of imagination, friendship and discovery. Mouse wants to play games, ask questions, fly to the moon and go to the party. But she’s just too shy… until a new friend moves in.

An intimate adventure told by two performer-puppeteers, Mouse... is made of tricks and tales, puppets and people, music and mice. Mouse’s world is brought to life with more than a whisker of fairy tale magic, perfect for 3-6 year olds (and everyone else!).

All tickets £4 available from Woodend Barn

We Dance wee groove

With vibrant projections and inspiring dance moves, this is a unique opportunity to watch, listen, play and explore the dance floor with the best dance partner there is, your wee groover aged 6 months to 4!

Think ceilidh meets Franz Ferdinand, mix in with a bit of Ivor Cutler and Big Country: this journey winds its way to some pretty funky places.

“What makes it a winner is the feel good factor it uncorks across an hour!” [The Herald]

Two performances: 9.30am and 11.30am

All tickets £4

Music for Babes with Jill Birch

From musical games to soothing lullabies, this is a great opportunity to enjoy singing and musical fun with your little one. Even if you haven’t sung since school days, your baby will think your voice is amazing! No special singing ability required, just a willingness to find out what can happen when you add music to your baby’s world.

Based on the Kodaly approach to music. Ideal for babies aged approx 4 to 12 months old.

Starting Monday 15 November For five weeks until 13 December, 10am - 10.35am

£20 for 5 weeks per parent and child

Drama Workshop with Carol Strang

Talented and experienced drama teacher Carol Strang will lead an active drama workshop for children aged 4-10.

Enjoy a family Sunday lunch in the Buchanan's Bistro; the children can go through to the workshop while you have a relaxed coffee and cake!

Workshop runs 2pm - 2.40pm

£4 each or £10 family ticket
Pre-booking essential