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Free for Families: Fantastic Pablo Fanque

31 Oct

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31 Oct 2025

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Step right up for the extraordinary story of Pablo Fanque, Britain’s first Black circus owner, born right here in Norwich in 1810! Perfect for children aged 4-8 and their families, Fantastic Pablo Fanque blends puppetry, music and joyful storytelling to bring to life a remarkable local legend who’s circus amazed audiences across the country.

Join us to celebrate Black History Month with this special work in progress performances as part of Norwich Theatre’s Creative Families programme, and be a part of shaping the developing story!

Fantastic Pablo Fanque is free but must be booked.

Free for Families & Creative Families is supported by the Alan Boswell Group Charitable Trust, The Geoffrey Watling Charity, the Simon Gibson Charitable Trust and The Educational Foundation of Alderman John Norman.

Title image credit: Isobel Power Smith

Image credit: Time To Be Photography

Important information

Price:
Pay what you can from £0-£10

Recommended Age:
4-8 yrs and grown-ups

Date:
Fri 31 Oct

Time:
12:00 pm  – 1:00 pm
3:00 pm  – 4:00 pm

Venue:
Stage Two, Studio 1

Note:
Children must be accompanied by an adult

Geoffrey Watling Charitable Trust

Terms and Conditions

Take Part Activities, Guidance and Terms & Conditions

Activities are dependent on minimum numbers participating, in the event that we need to cancel due to low participant numbers, a full refund will be given. We are unable to offer refunds in other circumstances.

We work hard to ensure best practise and the safety of all who attend our activities. To do this we have a number of policies and procedures in place to support our participants and visitors.

Please take a moment to read our Terms and Conditions ,Participants Guidance and associated policies. Alternatively paper copies are available at our reception in Stage Two

Venue

Stage Two

Eat & Drink

Fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced produce. Enjoy the best in food and drink  at our restaurant Prelude or a quick delicious bite before the show.

Getting here

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