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THE LITTLE MATCH GIRL | BALLO ARTHUR PITA

Fri 15 - Sun 17 Dec

Tickets from £16, Concessions £12, Family Ticket £45

Suitable for ages 5+...

★★★★★ “Magical. Wonderfully inventive and poignant” – The Observer

Experience Arthur Pita’s magical storytelling in this enchanting dance-theatre production of The Little Match Girl.

On an icy cold Christmas eve in an imaginary Italian town, the little match girl wanders the streets with just one final match to keep her warm. Along her journey she encounters kindness and cruelty in a fable about family, friendship and hope.

Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story, beautifully reimagined through dance, song and Frank Moon’s atmospheric music, The Little Match Girl will enthral children and adults alike.

★★★★ “Adults should beg, borrow or steal a child to take to this funny and moving production. Or simply take themselves” – The Guardian

Produced by Ballo Arthur Pita.
Originally commissioned by DanceEast.
Supported using funding through Arts Council England.

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Fri 10 Jul - Fri 21 Aug - 6.00PM – 10.00PM
Free Admission - no booking needed, drop in any time!

NEW TO DANCEEAST EVERY FRIDAY EVENING! DJs and dance in collaboration with Marcus Harris and Transient Radio, along with an eclectic mix of guests.

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DanceEast Summer Workshops: Ipswich (10–16s)

Mon 17 Aug - 9.00am-12.30pm
£20 (bursary tickets available)

Our DanceEast Summer Workshops invite young people aged 10–16 to spend an inspiring morning exploring dance through three workshops in Contemporary, Creative and Hip Hop led by professional dance artists

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DanceEast Summer Workshops: Norwich (10–16s)

Tue 18 Aug - 9.00am-12.30pm
£20 (bursary tickets available)

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