1 CHILDSPLAY: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

Ages 8-11 can explore the matinee play, with a workshop and visit to see part of the production.
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, New Globe Walk, SE1 (www.shakespeares-globe.org 020-7401 9919), Sat

2 SEMIANYKI (THE FAMILY)

The St Petersburg clown troupe Teatr Licedei return with their comedy show about a a dysfunctional family.
Hackney Empire, Mare Street, E8 (www.hackneyempire.co.uk 020-8985 2424), from Tues

3 HORRIBLE HISTORIES DAY

Free day of workshops and re-enactments inspired by Terry Deary's books, including Gory Gladiators, Scary Samurai and Medieval Mayhem.
Harpur Square, Bedford Town Centre (01234 227392 www.bedfordevents.co.uk), Sat

4 LITTLE HIPPO AND HIS MAGIC PEN

An interactive stage adaptation of Alain Serge Dzotap's tale in which a young hippo receives a very special birthday present. Plus a Messy Play Workshop. Suitable for over-2s.
Lyric Hammersmith, King Street, W6 (www.lyric.co.uk 0871 2211722), Sat

5 NATURE OF THE BEAST

Have a go at turning tanks into dinosaurs in this creative afternoon workshop.
Imperial War Museum, Lambeth Road, SE1 (www.iwm.org.uk 020-7416 5320), Sat, Sun

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