Play House Exhibition At The Wilson

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Come and join The Wilson for a summer of theatre-themed creativity, exploration and fun.

Casting call for all young would-be actors, performers, and theatre hands, this summer’s Play! House experience at The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum is not to be missed.

Play! House transforms the community gallery into an immersive theatre set with costumes, music, props, and technical departments as well as a main stage. Children will perform, have fun, and learn through play. There will be something for everyone whether that’s dressing up and enjoying the limelight on the stage as a performer, setting and dressing the scene with background sets and props, or having a go at making music with percussion and sound effects.

Play! House is a free experience for children of all ages, from three to 14, and runs from Saturday 20 July to Sunday 8 September 2024. Play! House is a drop-in event and is open during The Wilson opening hours.

The event also includes two free workshops. Between Light and Shadow, on Tuesday 23 July, is a collaborative event creating large silhouette scenes of local histories. The workshop is for children aged six to 12 and 15 places are available, early booking is strongly advised.

The Building New Worlds workshop, on Tuesday 13 August, is for children aged eight to 14, who will create their own theatre-inspired miniature 3D stage sets incorporating iconic stories from Cheltenham and beyond, ideal for young people interested in theatre, costumes, art, design and crafts. Places are limited to 15 and early registration for both workshops is advised, to book your child’s place email [email protected]