The Nutshell

19/10/2026

Betty and the Yeti arrives at The Nutshell this December 🎄

Wrap up warm this Christmas and join us at The Nutshell for a magical winter adventure! In a far away land of igloos and ice, the villagers panic when they see large footprints in the snow - could it be a Yeti?!

But brave Betty knows that appearances are not always what they seem and sets off on an adventure involving an avalanche of lost property, northern lights, singing polar bears, and a super-speedy Arctic hare!

Join us for a frosty tale of facing fear and finding friendship with puppetry, slapstick humour, catchy songs, and plenty of interactive fun.

📆 Mon 21, Tue 22, Wed 23 December & Mon 28, Tue 29, Wed 30 December

🎟️ £14/£12 & PWYC* Babes in Arms go free (age under 2)
🕚 11am & 🕑 2pm
ℹ️ Mon 28 Dec - BSL interpreted performance 2pm

⏳ Duration: 60 mins approx (no interval)
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Ages 3-10 and families

BOOK NOW → discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/betty-and-the-yeti

19/10/2026

An exciting programme for children of all ages! 🎭

18/10/2026

18/10/2026

Is there a monster in the garden? 🦖💜

David McKee’s beloved classic Not Now, Bernard is roaring onto the stage at The Nutshell! Brought to life by Roustabout Theatre, this vibrant, hilarious adaptation features physical comedy, a live soundtrack played on household objects, integrated Makaton, and an ENORMOUS purple monster.

It’s a fantastic outing for families and little ones aged 3-8!

📅 Date: Sunday, 1st November 2026
⏰ Times: 11:00am & 2:00pm (Duration: approx. 60 mins)
📍 Location: The Nutshell, Wi******er
🎟 Tickets: £14 / £12 (Pay What You Can available & Babes in Arms go free)

Pre-show Integenerational Workshop also available - tickets £5 at Box Office

Book your tickets now before they're snapped up! 👇
🔗 https://discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/not-now-bernard

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17/10/2026

Calling all local creatives/small businesses/independents! 🖤

Whether you need a quiet spot to focus or a space to bounce ideas around, our Nutshell Network Creative Co-Working days are back.

Bring your laptops, notebooks, and plans to our ground floor studio for a free, shared workspace with fast Wi-Fi and good vibes.

What to expect:
💻 Free workspace in our ground floor studio
☕ Barista coffee from Roasting Party
🎭 Performance studio hire for larger group testing @ just £10/hr (first-come, first-served on the day)

No need to book a desk - just drop in!

📅 Tuesday 20th October
🕙 10:00 – 16:00
📍 The Nutshell, 15 Kings Walk, Wi******er

Pssssst. we will be moving to weekly co-working from Tuesday 3rd November!

16/10/2026

PAY WHAT YOU CAN TICKETS AVAILABLE!
No questions asked.

🕵️‍♀️ THE SHIVERS 👀
A twisty-turny thriller for young audiences aged 7-11 about spies, lies and learning to trust your gut!

📅 Friday 30 October | Half term
⏰ 2pm
📍 The Nutshell, Kings Walk, Wi******er

"...brilliantly pitched at those 7-11 year olds, particularly for first time theatre encounters."
★ ★ ★ ★ Everything Theatre

"Spectacular and poignant...a deeply impressive feat"
★ ★ ★ ★★ BroadwayWorld

Book your tickets now: https://discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/the-shivers

14/10/2026

No-one remembers the Forgettable Man – that’s what makes him the world’s best super-spy!
Now he’s on a mission to – wait, who are we talking about again?

The Shivers, a high-energy theatre show for ages 7-11, is coming to The Nutshell this October half term!

📅 Friday 30 October | 2pm
📍 The Nutshell, Wi******er
😀 For ages 7-11 & their families
🎟️ Tickets: £14 / £12 or Pay What You Can
https://discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/the-shivers

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13/10/2026

Have you ever seen a fox who can speak French before?

Meet Foxanne: master thief and stealer of baguettes. She’ll help anyone for the right price… but watch out for her paws in your pockets!

The Shivers, a high-energy theatre show for ages 7-11, is coming to The Nutshell this October half term!

📅 Friday 30 October | 2pm
📍 The Nutshell, Wi******er
😀 For ages 7-11 & their families
🎟️ Tickets: £14 / £12 or Pay What You Can
https://discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/the-shivers

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12/10/2026

Meet Agent Rookie – he’s only been a spy for 10 minutes and he’s already on his first mission: The Mission To Save The World.

He’s got all the gadgets and all the moves, but will it be enough to stop the evil Miss Information?

The Shivers, a high-energy theatre show for ages 7-11, is coming to The Nutshell this October half term!

📅 Friday 30 October | 2pm
📍 The Nutshell, Wi******er
😀 For ages 7-11 & their families
🎟️ Tickets: £14 / £12 or Pay What You Can
https://discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/the-shivers

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10/10/2026

🎭 Drama Workshop: Not Now, Bernard 🎭

📅 Sunday 1 November 2026
⏰ 10am & 1pm
⏱️ Duration: 60 minutes
👧 Ages 3–8 and families

Join Roustabout for a joyful, playful one-hour workshop inspired by Not Now, Bernard. Through drama games, storytelling and imaginative activities, children and their invited adults will work together, communicate, create and – most importantly – have fun!

No acting experience is needed. Just bring your imagination and a willingness to join in!

These workshops run pre-show, so why not join us for the workshop and enjoy the performance straight after?!

Led by a member of the Roustabout team, the workshop is designed to be welcoming and inclusive, giving children and adults the chance to discover the joy of playing together in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Book your tickets here:
https://discardednut.co.uk/thenutshell/whatson/not-now-bernard-workshop