Spotlight Events in Wimbledon and Merton
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When guests stop by from out of town, plan a busy holiday with your loved ones by browsing our website to see what's on Wimbledon and Merton. You can find a bit of everything in Wimbledon and Merton, from beginner's beekeeping classes to courses designed to promote sensory development in babies. If all else fails, head to The Piazza for festivals, theatrical performances, and delicious food. 

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Wimbledon and Merton Events
Family interactive theatre: Robin Hood - 29, 30 &31 May
  • Friday 31st May 11:00am until 3:00pm
Following on from the successful St George's Quest in 2023, local theatre company Shadow Road Productions returns with Robin Hood’s Quest in May 2024! Booking essential. The evil Sir Guy of Gisborne has... View event
Handa’s Surprise
Travel to Kenya and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking seven delicious fruits as a surprise – but seven different animals have... View event
The Colour of Dinosaurs
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. View event
Songs Under the Summer Sun
  • Saturday 8th June, 1:00pm - Until Sunday 9th June, 7:00pm
The Mayhem Theatre Company returns to Cannizaro Park for the third consecutive year with Songs Under The Summer Sun. Showcasing the best songs from the big screen, with a fully amplified cast of incredible... View event
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
  • Tuesday 11th June 7:30pm until 10:00pm
Simon and Garfunkel Story (The International Hit Show) View event
Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Ghosts
Adapted for stage from Katie and Kevin Tsang’s best-selling book, join Sam and his deadly pet snake sidekick as he faces his fears and tries to defeat the Ghost King once and for all at the premiere of... View event
How to Catch a Star
Once there was a boy who was always looking up. He dreamt of having a star as a friend. This is the story of his adventure. View event
Starry Tales
With our unique interactive projectors, you and your child will discover different lights and shades as you are transported on a storytelling journey inspired by How to Catch a Star. View event
Ready, Steady… Pow!
Be brave at Polka and get inspired by our adaption of Sam Wu is NOT Afraid of Ghosts practice different drama techniques, create your own action characters and learn some stage combat! View event
Comic Book Art and Writing Masterclass
  • Friday 26th July 10:00am until 4:00pm
Join us in our masterclass on comic book art and writing where you will get the opportunity to work with a professional creative! View event
Polka Youth Theatre Summer School
Budding actors can spend a week training and working with a professional Theatre Director to explore a variety of drama techniques, learn new skills and create a new piece of theatre that will be performed... View event
Polka Puppet Summer School
Come and learn about different styles of puppetry in this 3-day puppet-making summer school. View event
Rise and Fall
Come and explore an ecosystem of balloons: universes in miniature. View event
Hum, Jig & Jiggle
  • Tuesday 24th September, 9:45am - Until Tuesday 10th December, 10:30am
Every Tuesday morning, we’ll get you and your child rocking to the beat, joining in our music and movement time while having tons of fun! View event
Creative Explorers
  • Tuesday 24th September, 11:00am - Until Friday 13th December, 11:45am
Delivered by one of Polka’s experienced practitioners, Creative Explorers will focus on  using  your  child’s imagination to create and explore stories  through  drama,  movement  and  songs. View event
Baby Explorers
  • Wednesday 25th September, 10:00am - Until Wednesday 4th December, 10:30am
At Polka we have a passion for learning through play and play is exactly what starts to engage children's minds and grow their imaginations. View event
Mini Explorers
  • Wednesday 25th September, 11:00am - Until Wednesday 4th December, 11:45am
Join us every Wednesday morning for your children to explore, imagine and play! View event
Home Ed Drama Club 1
  • Wednesday 25th September, 1:30pm - Until Wednesday 4th December, 2:15pm
Our Polka Home Ed Drama Club 1 offers an exciting opportunity for anyone aged 4 – 6 years to take part in drama fun! View event
Home Ed Drama Club 2
  • Wednesday 25th September, 2:30pm - Until Wednesday 4th December, 3:30pm
Our Polka Home Ed Drama Club 2 offers an exciting opportunity for anyone aged 7+ years to take part in drama fun! View event
Youth Theatre
  • Wednesday 25th September, 4:30pm - Until Wednesday 4th December, 6:00pm
Our Polka Youth Theatre offers a unique opportunity for anyone aged 9 -12 to work with leading theatre professionals and receive expert drama training. View event
Rhyme & Sign
  • Thursday 26th September, 9:45am - Until Thursday 5th December, 10:30am
Drop by for a Multisensory Story or two every  Thursday. View event
Big Dreams Early Years Festival
Big Dreams Early Years Theatre Festival returns to Polka! View event
Act 1
  • Saturday 5th October, 9:30am - Until Saturday 14th December, 11:15am
Polka’s weekly Act 1 club is a gentle introduction to drama for ages 4 - 6.  View event
Macbeth
Armed with just a suitcase, NIE’s ensemble of actor/musicians tell this big, famous (and gruesome!) story in a funny and accessible way. View event
Act 2
  • Saturday 5th October, 11:30am - Until Saturday 14th December, 12:30pm
During these weekly drama sessions, children will explore acting and performance skills in a safe and friendly environment. View event
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