Bold explorers squeeze into the belly of an 18-metre-long inflatable Sperm Whale where they find themselves in the depths of the bubbling, kelp-swirling ocean. They encounter an acrobatic diver who leads them swimmingly through the age old journey of the life of an ancient Leatherback Turtle. With the use of exquisite puppets, comedy and music, Circo Rum Ba Ba explore the tale of sea creatures and their battle to survive in an ocean full of rubbish. The audience help to save the turtle and the Whale from a deluge of plastic and travel from the Indian ocean to a coral reef, leaving feeling empowered that everyone can make a difference.

Dates and Location:

• Grantham: Fri 16th*, Sat 17th & Sun 18th May

​* School performances. To enquire about your nursery or school attending the performance, please email: granthamevents@southkesteven.gov.uk

Location: Market Place, Grantham, NG31 6LP

Further Information:

There are six 30-minute shows of The Whale – Plastic Ocean per day, taking place at 11am, 11.30am, 1pm, 1.30pm, 3pm and 3.30pm.

Sessions are suitable for ages 3-10 years with a maximum capacity of 40 people per show.

To ensure as many children as possible can enjoy the performance, the booking ratio is strictly a maximum of one adult per child. One adult can accompany multiple children.

Tickets are FREE, but you must pre-book to attend, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Please arrive promptly for the performance as latecomers cannot be admitted once the show has started.

This activity will take place outdoors and is subject to suitable weather conditions. If the weather is unsuitable, we may need to reschedule or cancel the performance. Be sure to follow our social media channels for updates or any changes to the schedule.

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FREE ART AND STORYTELLING ACTIVITIES

Join us at The Reading Room on Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th May for free under-the-ocean-themed arts and storytelling sessions inspired by ‘Somebody Swallowed Stanley’ by Sarah Roberts! In this 40-minute session, children can make their very own jellyfish and turtles using recycled-material turtles, as well as enjoy a storytelling session!

This hands-on activity is fun, interactive & imaginative! Click HERE for more details!