Recent Articles in Cinema/theatre/TV

My First Ballet: Cinderella Tour Dates
Feb 16, 2017

English National Ballet and English National Ballet School present My First Ballet: Cinderella, a reimagined version of the classic fairy-tale created especially for children as young as three. Adapted to an hour in length and with a narrator to help young audiences follow the story, My First Ballet: Cinderella is the perfect introduction to the magic of ballet.

Running Wild by Michael Morpurgo Tour Dates
Feb 1, 2017

Children’s Touring Partnership is delighted to announce the UK tour dates of Running Wild by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Samuel Adamson, beginning at Chichester Festival Theatre on 10 February 2017.

Trollhunters on Netflix
Dec 21, 2016

Netflix knows it’s not long before the first “I’M BORED” escapes your kids’ lips during holiday break. That’s why, starting on 23 December, Netflix and DreamWorks Animation Television will treat families to 13 hours of adventure, suspense and limitless imagination with the all-new series DreamWorks Trollhunters.

 

The Nutcracker at The London Coliseum
Dec 16, 2016

The perfect Christmas treat – seeing The Nutcracker performed by the English National Ballet at the London Coliseum. Reviewed by Anne Coates and her cub reporter, Harriet..

Mamma Mia! – the Musical
Oct 21, 2016

Since it opened in 1999 at the Prince Edward Theatre, Mamma Mia! has been seen by over 60 million people around the world. Anne Coates and her family went to see the production at the Novello Theatre recently and are still smiling at the memories.

English National Ballet: Nutcracker National Tour
Sep 21, 2016

This Christmas season English National Ballet presents its acclaimed production of Nutcracker in Milton Keynes and Liverpool as well as returning to the London Coliseum. Early booking recommended.

 

Jungle Book at London's Southbank Centre
Aug 20, 2016

You have until 28 August to see award-winning Metta Theatre's production of Jungle Book at London’s leading summer circus venue, the London Wonderground at Southbank Centre. Olivia, Harriet and Anne Coates went along.

The Tiger Who Came to Tea at Cadogan Hall
Aug 15, 2016

The Tiger Who Came to Tea roared into London's Cadogan Hall in the truly magical Olivier Award nominated West End production which runs through to Sunday 4 September 2016. Harriet and Olivia Coates went along to join in the fun.

Horrible Histories – The Best of Barmy Britain
Aug 11, 2016

Horrible Histories Barmy Britain celebrates 5th anniversary in London with a special production –The Best of Barmy Britain running until 3 September, 2016. Harriet and Olivia Coates went along.

Ice Age: Collision Course
Jul 15, 2016

The prehistoric world is once again under threat in the latest Ice Age adventure when Scrat, the sabre-toothed squirrel  was launched into space and in an attempt to hold on to his acorn, sets off a chain of disastrous cosmic events. Ice Age: Collision Course is great entertainment for all the family, writes Anne Coates.

My First Ballet Sleeping Beauty – extended run
Jun 23, 2016

Due to popular demand, English National Ballet’s production of My First Ballet: Sleeping Beauty, returns for a summer run at the Peacock Theatre, London from 6 to 10 July 2016. 

Kids Week 2016 Booking Open
Jun 15, 2016

Kids Week is back. From 1 to 31 August, a child aged 16 or under can see a fantastic selection of shows in London for free when accompanied by a full paying adult. Two additional children can go at half price and booking is now open.