Family Theatre: Grandad Anansi by Elayne Ogbeta

Abi and her Grandad tell each other Anansi folktales.  They play games as they work together in the garden among the beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables.  As they plant memories, they share secrets and develop a bond that nothing can break. Grandad is as smart and mischievous as the wily Anansi legend.

Can he find a way to tell his granddaughter about his plans to return to Jamaica, his beloved homeland?

Join our intrepid characters in this humorous and heartfelt inter-generational adventure, as they step into the unexpected. With evocative live music, Grandad Anansi is an uplifting tale of love, courage and letting go. 

For ages 4-9 and their families 

Programmed in association with The Spark Arts for Children

Worksop Library: Monday 17 October 10:30 am

Mansfield Central Library: Monday 17 October 3pm 

Sutton-in-Ashfield Library: Wednesday 19 October 11:30 am & 1:30 pm

Beeston Library: Sunday 23 October 11am  ** FULLY BOOKED **

West Bridgford Library: Sunday 23 October 3:30 pm   ** FULLY BOOKED **

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