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91Èȱ¬ Worldwide today announced that Watershed Productions, the leading independent theatre production company for children and family audiences, is to present the 91Èȱ¬ Worldwide and Polka Theatre production of everyone's favourite brother and sister, Charlie and Lola, in Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play!
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The stars of the hit 91Èȱ¬ TV series and books by Lauren Child are brought to life by a captivating mix of puppets and music live on stage at the Dancehouse Theatre in Manchester from Wednesday 17th December 2008 to Sunday 4th January 2009.
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Craig Stanley, General Manager of 91Èȱ¬ Worldwide Live Events, says: "This mesmerising production of Charlie & Lola's Best Bestest Play is the perfect introduction to theatre for young audiences. We all look forward to welcoming you to the Dancehouse Theatre to share in the magic."
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2-D and 3-D worlds are enchantingly combined in this puppet play for ages 4-7 which premiered with an extended run at the Polka Theatre in London earlier this year, adapted from some of the freshest and funniest episodes of Tiger Aspect's award-winning animation, Charlie and Lola.
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The play follows Charlie and Lola as they encounter everyday activities such as tidying their rooms and getting ready for bed. They always manage to make the most mundane and boring tasks into a magical and fun adventure! Together they can go anywhere and do anything. Charlie has all the time in the world for his younger sister…unless she breaks his ultimate favourite toy.
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Super-fans can extend their Charlie and Lola collection with the latest releases from 91Èȱ¬ Children's DVD and snuggle up with the cutest range of plush from Golden Bear this Christmas.
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I really, really need actual Ice Skates and other stories, the first DVD to be released from the third series is out on October 27th 2008, priced at £12.99. From Hooley-hooping to tap dancing that just isn't tappy enough, this latest DVD from Charlie and Lola will keep youngsters enchanted with over one-hundred minutes of magical adventure!
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The Absolutely Complete Series Two DVD boxset is out on 10th November 2008 and priced at £24.99. It features almost 5 hours worth of enchanting and amusing episodes from series two plus all the original extras including funny outtakes, unseen footage and music videos from everyone's favourite sibling duo.
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Story times will never be the same again with Chattering Charlie and Lola from Golden Bear. Press Lola's foot to see and hear the popular television twosome interact, telling a variety of stories.
Suitable from 3 years + and is available from all good retailers, priced at £29.99.
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Production Credits:
Based on the characters by Lauren Child
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Adapted by: Jonathan Lloyd
Directed by: Roman Stefanski
Designed by: Sophie Charalambous
Music Directed by: Julian ButlerÌýÌýÌý
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Listings Information:
Venue: Dancehouse Theatre
Address: 10 Oxford Road, Manchester, M1 5QA
Dates: 15 December 2008 to 4 January 2009
Times: 10.30am/1.00pm/3.00pmÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
Price: £11.50/£10/£8.50
Box Office: Quaytickets, , 0870 428 0785
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Public performances open Saturday 20 Dec
Schools performances open Monday 15 Dec
School group ticket price: £7.50 plus 1 free teacher's ticket for every 8 purchased
Please contact Schools Booking Line for details of times and to book tickets – 07975 908358
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Notes to Editors:
Charlie and Lolaâ„¢ and © Lauren Child 2005. Charlie and Lola is produced by Tiger Aspect Productions and distributed by 91Èȱ¬ Worldwide Ltd. 91Èȱ¬ Worldwide logo â„¢ and © 91Èȱ¬ 1996.
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Lisa Barker
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