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Things to do with kids in Staffordshire & Stoke on Trent
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Taylormania
5th February 2025
Venue: Buxton Opera House
Address: Water St, Buxton
An award-winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. The show has already taken ‘Swiftie’ fans across the world by storm and features an...
Sensory Play!
7th February 2025
Venue: Sharpe’s Pottery Museum
Address: West St, Swadlincote
Let your little ones explore the world through their senses, but don’t you worry about tidying up. Includes a range of sensory toys, paints, sand, water and other craft supplies for your child to explore!...
The Smartest Giant In Town
12th-13th February 2025
Venue: Buxton Opera House
Address: Water St, Buxton
George wishes he wasn’t the scruffiest giant in town. So, when he sees a new shop selling giant-sized clothes, he decides it’s time for a new look: smart trousers, smart shirt, stripy tie, shiny shoes....
H Ariana Live
15th February 2025
Venue: Winding Wheel Theatre
Address: Holywell Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Celebrate the contemporary icon Ariana Grande, one of the most influential and loved artists of the generation. The sensational Hannah Thomas with her amazing band and dancers will take you on a magical...
Science Museum Live
18th February 2025
Venue: Lichfield Garrick Theatre
Address: Castle Dyke, Lichfield
The Science Museum is going on tour! Experience the brand-new stage show from Mark Thompson Productions which will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you in new and exciting ways....
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