YES FAM! THE BEST FAMILY DAYS OUT IN SURREY
Come what May, here comes the sun (fingers + toes crossed). Whatever form your sunshine takes, be it the mega rays from that illusive ball in the sky, or the simple pleasure your little ones take from the beautiful world around them -find the best family days out in Surrey this May with this handy guide to what’s on.
YOU ARE THE SUN / MAY 2 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
You Are the Sun is a very first opera for babies and grown-ups that explores the magic of nature. Combining the joy of gentle classical singing and sensory play, it is an invitation to see beauty in the smallest things and to let plants be our guides. Celebrate the gift of nature as a world out of breath, water, sunlight and soil is conjured in this magical musical adventure for those aged 0-2 years.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
THE MAKE SPACE / MAY 5 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON
Taking place at Watts Gallery Artists’ Village on the first Sunday of every month, The Make Space is a great way for the whole family to get creative. With a new theme every month, this May combine mono printing techniques layered with chalk pastels for a colourful, textured and expressive self-portrait.
For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk
COOK TOGETHER: SUSHI / MAY 6 / GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY, WOKING
An adult and child ticket all-in-one! Every family has its favourite meals, but they can be even more special if made together. Head for the Gordon Ramsay Academy in Woking for a fun cooking class designed for adults and children to learn, cook and have a laugh with the academy’s chefs as they tackle a few classic meals that will be sure to become regulars at home.
For more information, visit gordonramsayacademy.com
THE WIZARD OF OZ / MAY 7 – 12 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Direct from The London Palladium, the sensational new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals comes to Woking. Starring Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood as The Wicked Witch Of The West, this spectacular production will be truly magical for all the family.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/new-victoria-theatre
THE COLOUR OF DINOSAURS / MAY 11 – JUNE 9 / POLKA THEATRE, WIMBLEDON
A rip-roaring, prehistoric science pop gig for curious humans of all ages at the famous kid-focused Polka Theatre in Wimbledon. Join five amazing musicians and famous palaeontologist Dr Jakob Vinther as they enter the multi-coloured world of the dinosaurs with soaring music, catchy songs and mind-blowing science. P.S. Bring your own dinosaur!
For more information, visit polkatheatre.com
THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW / MAY 17 – 19 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage, as the beloved Who’s in Your Book? series makes its debut as a brand-new musical show. A high-energy 50-minute adventure featuring lively original music, this show is the perfect introduction to live theatre.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
DON’T PANIC! WE CAN SAVE THE PLANET / MAY 25 / BELLERBY STUDIO, G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Based around his latest book Don’t Panic! We CAN Save The Planet is a unique eco comedy stand up show in which children’s comedian and author James Campbell inspires children to do something about the climate crisis, pollution and ducks with swords. Ideal for kids aged 6 – 11 and perfect for anyone who wants to swap being an Eco Worrier for being an Eco Warrior.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford/
BUGS AND BUTTERFLIES TRAIL / MAY 25 – JUNE 23 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Ready for an adventure? Become a nature explorer and find all bugs and butterflies hidden around Painshill this May half-term and beyond. Pick up a trail sheet and unearth all the bugs and butterflies you can find in the landscape.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
FIREMAN SAM: THE GREAT CAMPING ADVENTURE / MAY 27 / DORKING HALLS
Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains. But when Norman discovers a rare red squirrel, one of the explorers decides to take the glory for themselves, leaving Norman stranded in a cave. Now it’s up to Fireman Sam to save the day and ensure everyone is safe on their camping adventure! Join the fearless firefighting crew at Dorking Halls this May.
For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk
ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS / MAY 28 – JUNE 2 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON
With a bit of help from some friends and half a pound of cheese, can Pearl make her uncle better and prove princesses can be doctors too? Based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling sequel, Freckle Productions (Zog, Stick Man, Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales) are back, with music and lyrics by Joe Stilgoe (Zog), for this truly modern take on the classic fairy tale.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
STAY AND CREATE ART CLUB / MAY 29 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
A creative space for small children discover this drop in art and craft club in the barn at West Horsley Place this May. There wil be a variety of arts and crafts inspired by artists and sensory play activities. From Paper Bag Puppets and Giant Drawing to Crazy Creatures and Sensory Play, book your space online.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
OUTDOOR THEATRE: THE FURTHER ADVENTURES OF DOCTOR DOOLITTLE / MAY 30 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Outdoor theatre returns to Painshill this Spring. One day with the help of his wise old parrot Polynesia, Doctor Dolittle makes an extraordinary discovery: that he can talk to animals! As news of his unique talent as an animal doctor spreads, animals from across the world send messages asking for his help. So he buys a leaky old ship and embarks on a thrilling quest…
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk