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Jack and the Beanstalk
22nd November-12th January 2025
Venue: Lichfield Garrick Theatre
With stunning sets, hilarious comedy, audience participation and breath-taking special effects, Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be our funniest and most spectacular pantomime ever! This fun-filled extravaganza...
Christmas at Apple Tree Town
25th November-3rd February 2025
Venue: Apple Tree Town
Address: Stoke, Staffordshire
Santa and his mischievous elf are back in their sleigh with a sack bursting at the seams and gifts for every girl and boy. The Elf Workshop will be buzzing with holiday cheer, letting kids craft some unforgettable...
Derby High Little Learners Club - Stay and Play
25th November-3rd February 2025
Venue: Derby High School
All 2 to 4 year olds in the Derby area can join the Derby High Little Learners Club. The club runs free Stay and Play sessions every Friday morning from 9-10:30am. Parents and children are warmly invited...
Foster for East Midlands
25th November-3rd February 2025
Venue: Derby City, Derbyshire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire
The East Midlands urgently needs foster carers, with over 3,300 children across Derby City, Derbyshire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire in need of safe homes. Local councils have launched Foster for...
Genius Tuition
25th November-3rd February 2025
Venue: Genius Tuition Derby
Address: Moore Street
With experienced PGCE qualified teachers that have over 12 years of experience, Genius Tuition want to deliver quality teaching and learning with the aim of developing students academically and socially....
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