Brighton Festival: Family Fun

Tall tales and tantalising tunes for the whole family to enjoy

From the bottom of the well, the frog believes the sky is round
French children’s theatre doesn’t get any better than this. Legendary company Velo Theatre present a magically mechanical world of wonder and enchantment as they tell the tale of Mr Brin D’Avoine – a collector of houses, some so big they contain mountains and lakes, some so small they disappear when the light changes. Although in French, the show is designed for English speaking audience and is simply unmissable! Ages 6+
Fri 15 & Sat 16 May, Ambassador Suite, Hilton Brighton Metropole, 11am (Sat), 3pm (Sat) & 5pm (Fri)

The Sagas of Noggin the Nog
The cult 1960s TV show heads to the stage in this wondrously inventive take on Peter Firmin’s and Oliver Postgate’s creation. The adventures of the titular hero and his chums Thor Nogson and the royal bird of the Land of Nog Graculus are recreated using puppets, original music and film – but the main question is, will they thwart the villainous Nogbad the Bad’s dastardly plans for the kingdom? Suitable for all ages.
Sat 23 & Sun 24 May, Theatre Royal Brighton, 11am (Sun), 2pm (Sun), 5pm (Sat & Sun)

I Do, Do I
Award-winning artist, cellist and composer Greg Sinclair throws grown-up sensibilities out the window in a unique performance featuring a series of Fluxus-inspired musical scores written by children. The result is a whimsical, wonderful journey through childish imagination. Age 7+
Sat 9 & Sun 10 May, The Old Market, 11.30am & 1.30pm

Small Fables
Taking shadow puppetry to entirely new and intricate level, puppet master Drew Colby – inspired by the tales of Aesop and La Fontaine – presents a series of enchanting fables told only using shadows, light, finger, thumbs, jam jars and the occasional mirror ball. Ages 3 – 8.
Mon 4 May, The Old Market, 10am, 12pm & 2pm

Catapluf’s Musical Journey
Created by renowned Brazilian percussionist Adriano Adewale, this special show whisks audiences around the world in celebration of different rhythm and sound. Exploring everything from samba to klezmer, all manner of magical soundscapes are created – often from ordinary and everyday items – to create a fun and experimental musical vibe. Ages 5 – 7
Sun 3 May, Brighton Dome Studio Theatre, 10.30am & 1pm