6 things the kids can do this summer in the East Midlands

Billionaire Boy
David Walliams’ book Billionaire Boy has been adapted for the outdoor stage and will be on at Nottingham Castle. The story follows Mr Spud and his son Joe, who are inviting you to their garage sale. However, Joe soon becomes the richest boy in the world. Find out more here.

Summer at QUAD
The Quad in Derby are hosting a wide range of events for young people and families this summer. All classes are for ages seven and above and include film making, photography, art workshops, as well as digital projects where teenagers can use industry standard software. There is also a Robot Land to enjoy, as well as a Minecraft club. Find out more here.

PAW Patrol Live
PAW Patrol Live is coming to Nottingham’s Motorpoint Arena this summer. Based on the hugely successful Nickelodeon TV series, everybody’s favourite pups will bring an action-packed musical adventure to the stage for the first time. Find out more here.

3,2,1 Blast Off!
Take off with Geoffrey Jumper and his friend Mandy this summer at Derby Theatre as they blast into outer space. Perfect for kids aged two to six, the show has puppetry, live music and lots of mayhem as the audience help Geoffrey get home in time for tea. Find out more here.

Dinosaurs of China
Wollaton Hall in Nottingham are the main hosts of the Dinosaurs of China exhibition taking place this summer. The world exclusive features fossils and specimens that have never been seen outside of Asia. Kids can learn all about dinosaurs whilst seeing some of the tallest in the world. Lakeside Arts will also be hosting a range of events, including drop in activities and talks all based on dinosaurs. Find out more here.

Film Camp
Phoenix Film Camp are inviting teenagers to produce a film this summer. Based at the Phoenix in Leicester, the course is being ran by award winning filmmaker Keith Allott and will allow young people to find out all about film, as well as being able to create their very own, from writing a plot, to planning and production, as well as starring in the film also. Find out more here.

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