Special Opening Event

with the Children's Laureate Anthony Browne

Special Opening Event
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An opening double bill event of literature and theatre will kick off with a talk and reading with internationally acclaimed author and illustrator, Anthony Browne, in association with Replay Theatre Company. The Children's Laureate will introduce children to his work and explore some of the games he uses to develop imagination.

Following this, audiences will be treated to a performance of Replay Theatre Company's Mickey & Lionel

The Belfast Children's Festival is delighted to offer this event free of charge to children and families in Northern Ireland and will be inviting audience members to contribute to a collection for local children's charity Child ChildLine, a service of the NSPCC, on the night. ChildLine is the UK's free, 24-hour confidential helpline for children and young people who need to talk. Find out more about ChildLine via their website www.childline.org.uk.

The role of Children's Laureate, sponsored by Waterstone's, is awarded once every two years to an eminent writer or illustrator of children's books to celebrate outstanding achievement in their field.


  • Festival Highlight
  • In association with Replay Theatre Company
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  • Fri 21 May 6pm
  • Age: 4 yrs +
  • Duration: 75 minutes
  • Admission: free
  • Booking Required

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