Festival Programme

Events in the Children's genre

EventDescriptionDateTimeWhere
Anthony BrowneAward-winning author/illustrator of the popular Willy the Wimp series, Gorilla and Zoo makes a rare Cambridge appearance. Guaranteed to captivate young children. 29 Mar 200810:00 amADC Theatre
Under 5's Rhyme TimeCome to rhyme time, sing some songs, shake some bells and let's get wordfest off to a noisy start! This event is free but tickets ...29 Mar 200810:00 amThe Guildhall
Tim HopgoodCome and enter the magical world of this abundantly talented author/illustrator (winner of Cambridgeshire’s Read it Again! award). Reading today from his first book ...29 Mar 200811:15 amThe Guildhall
StorytellingBased in the Kettle’s Yard house, join the storyteller to hear and participate in an imaginative and exciting selection of stories about the importance ...29 Mar 200811:30 amKettle's Yard
Marcus ChownA perfect introduction to ideas about space for children aged 6 or over. Marcus Chown has that rare gift of making the complex simple. ...29 Mar 200812:30 pmThe Guildhall
Tell me a StoryPlay story games and tell stories together – whether traditional tales or your own inventions! For children age 3-6 with their parents. Suitable for the ...29 Mar 20082:00 pmKettle's Yard
Alexander Gordon-Smith and Jamie WebbA hilarious whirlwind tour of some of the best, worst, craziest, silliest and most fun inventions in the history of… well, everything! Perfect for ...29 Mar 20082:00 pmThe Guildhall
Paula MetcalfLocal author of the hugely popular We Love Bunk Beds is here to share further adventures of Shirley and Doris, the lovable elephant sisters. This ...29 Mar 20083:30 pmThe Guildhall
Paul Stewart & Chris RiddellBe transported by popular children’s fantasy fiction authors. Barnaby is a fabulous new hero in the tradition of sherlock holmes and alex rider: mystery, ...29 Mar 20084:00 pmADC Theatre
Manga WorkshopDiscover the joy that is Manga with Paul Duffield, published Manga artist and winner of Rising Stars of Manga UK 2006. Participants will be ...29 Mar 20084:30 pmThe Guildhall
Cathy CassidyWith a staggering 20,000 members in her fan club Cathy Cassidy hits the spot with her particular blend of warm, funny, magical and tender ...30 Mar 200811:00 amADC Theatre
Folktale fun at the FitzA practical folktale workshop where you can hear some old stories, illustrate your own version of a folktale, learn to bind your own book ...30 Mar 200812:00 pmThe Fitzwilliam Museum
Andy StantonPrepare to be entertained and rib-tickled as the prizewinning You’re a Bad Man, Mr Gum! returns with his latest zany and evil escapades. Described ...30 Mar 200812:30 pmThe McCrum Lecture Theatre
Family Bookmaking WorkshopLearn how to make your own book using the exhibition French Tapestry and illustration to give you some ideas. Age 7+ (Price per pair) 30 Mar 20082:00 pmThe Fitzwilliam Museum
Meg RosoffOne of those rare authors whose work genuinely satisfies both the adolescent and adult reader. Author of award winning novels, How I Live Now ...30 Mar 20085:00 pmThe McCrum Lecture Theatre
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