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There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don’t know why she swallowed a fly…

But The People’s Theatre Company do!

And now you can too as they bring the world’s best loved nursery rhyme to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams’ best selling book!

With a captivating combination of live action, animation and puppetry, this magical re-telling of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly is sure to surprise and delight children and nostalgic adults in equal measure.

Important information

Running time: 1 hour no interval

Ticket Prices: £13.50 per child, £15 per adult

Age recommendation: 3+

Concessions:
Friends – 5% off
Ambassadors, Supporters, Best Friends and Gold Friends – 10% off

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Reviews

★★★★★
“A great introduction to the theatre with just the right balance of sitting listening and taking part”
Bristol Guide

★★★★★
“A very funny show that not only had the children laughing but the grown ups too. A lovely way to spend family time together.”
What’s Good To Do

★★★★★
“Thoroughly entertaining and brilliant fun.”
What’s on Stage

★★★★★
“One of three to see. Absolutely Charming.”
This Week

★★★★★
“A lovely take on the nursery rhyme with lots of interaction. A truly magical 60 minutes.”
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