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We are thrilled to offer four FREE family shows over the summer holidays. Featuring a range of mesmerising, innovative and fun open-air performances that blend theatre, circus, street art, music and dance. All the shows below are free but we recommend registering your interest so we can notify you should there be a venue or time change.
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Saturday 9 August, 1pm & 4pm · Assembly Hall
Justice in Motion’s urban odyssey into County Lines and Knife Crime, is a spectacular blend of physical theatre, parkour and trials bike stunts with live rap and music. Skilled athletes and performers show what is happening to our young people exploited by organised drug crime gangs.
Ages: 11+ · Duration: 40 minutes
PIRATE TAXI
Saturday 16 August, 11:30am & 2:30pm · Outside Pavilion Theatre
With original live music, humour, a mechanically ingenious set, and extraordinary aerial performance, Pirate Taxi tells the director's own take of finding their way via Cirque to Somerset - weaving in themes of journeys, companionship, and the annual migration of birds.
All Ages · Duration: 45 minutes
FISH BOY
Saturday 23 August, 11am & 2pm · Outside Pavilion Theatre
One boy’s fin-tastic quest to save his river.
Follow young Tommy on an unforgettable adventure as he goes on a hunt to discover where his best friend ‘fish’ has gone. With touches of humour, fun and surprise this outdoor dance adventure celebrates friendship, uncovers what’s polluting our rivers and demonstrates the power of never giving up!
Ages: 6+ · Duration: 45 minutes
OUT OF THE BOX
Saturday 30 August, 10:30am & 3pm · Outside Pavilion Theatre
This family-friendly comedy show is packed with surprises as an unlikely character and his mysterious box take you on a whirlwind of wonder. You’ll never guess what’s coming next!
Every time the box opens, it’s a new adventure: trick shots, mini performances, and laugh-out-loud moments that invite everyone to join in the fun.
All ages · Duration: 30 minutes
FAMILY CIRCUS DAY
Join us for a fun day of family-friendly circus activities; drop in at any point between 11 AM and 3 PM to enjoy yourself!
You can learn to juggle, poi dance, hula hoop or plate spin with the talented team from Poi Passion Circus all day, and for free.
