KIDS | Highlights
show. See review at list. co.uk. Also Tron Theatre, Glasgow, Tue 14 Feb, redbridgearts.co.uk
SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: STAN
Chapman’s picture book, in which a dog and cat enter a competition to become the world’s best orchestra. See preview, page 67.
BLACK BEAUTY AND MABEL
WOLVES
Platform, Glasgow, Mon 6 Feb, redbridgearts. co.uk Classic equestrian tale brought to life in this funny and touching new Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, Sat 18 Feb, sco.org.uk Chris Jarvis narrates this musical version of Jason
Tramway, Glasgow, Sat 18 Mar, barrowlandballet. co.uk A cast of children, teenagers, adults and older
dancers come together for Barrowland Ballet’s latest community production. See preview, page 67.
BOB SLAYER: HOW TO
DRIVE A BUS Bob’s Blundabus at The Riverside Museum, Glasgow, Sat 18 & Sun 19 Mar, glasgowcomedy festival.com Children’s comedy show that takes
place on an actual bus with a crazy driver. See preview, page 67.
MONKEY BUSINESS National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, until Sun 23 Apr, nms. ac.uk Fun, interactive exhibition for all ages featuring more than 60 taxidermied primates. See review, page 66.
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KIDS HIGHLIGHTS
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BEN AND HOLLY’S LITTLE KINGDOM
King’s Theatre, Fri 17 & Sat 18 Feb, benandhollylive.com Richard Lewis’ adaptation of the award-winning television animation set in a miniature world of fairies, elves and insects.
FUNBOX: UNDERWATER ADVENTURE
SECC, Sun 19 Feb, funbox.co.uk Deep sea adventure from the former Singing Kettle stars. The Funbox is locked and the magical keys hidden in the sea bed – can you help find them?
WEE WRITE! Mitchell Library, Mon 27 Feb–Sat 4 Mar, ayewrite.com A week-long programme offering over 100 author events, activities and readings for children, families and school pupils.
more at this family comedy show with no smut and no swearing. JAMES CAMPBELL: THE FUNNY
Light-hearted look at climate change with comedians Viv Gee, Marc Jennings and Stephen Halkett. Storytelling sessions inspired by a different portrait each month, featuring rhymes, songs and puppet characters.
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GUNGE: A SHOW WITH THING ABOUT . . .
GUNGE IN IT The Stand, Sun 12 Mar, thestand. co.uk Lee Kyle hosts this comedy game show, where the losing captain gets gunged.
DISNEY ON ICE: 100 YEARS OF MAGIC
Braehead Arena, Wed 15–Sun 19 Mar, disney.co.uk/disney-on-ice A colourful ice show, featuring dozens of Disney characters from across the years, including Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck and the Disney Princesses.
SCOOBY-DOO SECC, Thu 16 Mar, secc.co.uk The Mystery Inc gang take to the stage for this family musical.
FAMILY COMEDY SHOWCASE STEPHEN HALKLETT: SAVE THE
The Griffin, Sat 18 Mar, glasgowcomedyfestival.com Musical acts, straight stand-up and 68 THE LIST 1 Feb–31 Mar 2017
PLANET WEE TREASURES
The Tall Ship, Sun 19 Mar, glasgowcomedyfestival.com Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Sat 11 Feb, nationalgalleries.org
Citizens Theatre, Sat 18 Mar, glasgowcomedyfestival.com Stand- up for ages 6+ from the giant of kiddie comedy, James Campbell.
THE MIGHTY KIDS BEATBOX GAME
The Stand, Sun 26 Mar, thestand. co.uk Learn some beat boxing tips and win prizes in this comedy game show.
JANGO STARR: ONE MAN SHOE RSNO MUSICAL SAFARI
Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, Sat 18 Mar, jangostarr.co.uk Family show about bumbling theatre caretaker Jango, thrust into the limelight as he finds out how to become a star. Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Thu 30 Mar, rsno.org.uk A musical safari for little ones, in which you can clap, dance or sing along. Suitable for ages 3–6.
THE SONG OF FERGUS AND KATE The Stand, Sat 18 Mar, thestand. co.uk An interactive show about monsters that uses storytelling, music and animation to encourage children to celebrate their differences.
VIV GEE, MARC JENNINGS &
EDINBURGH
CIRQUE BERSERK Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Tue 7–Sun 12 Feb, cirqueberserk.co.uk A large-scale family circus show with jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, musicians and stuntmen.
BAGS OF ART Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, Sun 19 Feb, nationalgalleries.org Cool and creative fun with artists Tessa Asquith- Lamb and Louise Fraser.
BABY LOVES DISCO Electric Circus, Sun 19 Feb, babylovesdisco.co.uk A chance for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their carers to enjoy some dayclubbing with real club DJs spinning retro and pop tunes. There’s a chillout room, facepainting and healthy snacks.
SCOTTISH FOLKTALES FOR CHILDREN
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Sat 18 Mar, tracscotland.org/scottish- storytelling-centre Join storyteller Judy Paterson and illustrator Sally Daly for stories and art activities to celebrate the launch of their new book, Scottish Folktales for Children.