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📝 About the Event
- What we will be doing: Does your child love to sing, dance, or act? Are they curious about musicals and live performances—or just keen to try something new.Then this workshop is perfect for them! No previous experience is needed. In this exciting session, children will dive into the magical world of musical theatre. They will learn performance techniques, build confidence, and take part in a fun, physical theatre piece choreographed by Kathleen—inspired by the enchanting world of Aladdin.Step inside the bustling streets of Agrabah and explore the magic of this beloved tale through:
- Dance
- Physical theatre
- Magical storytelling
- Music
An exciting session diving into the magical world of musical theatre! Inspired by Aladdin, children will learn performance techniques, build stage confidence, explore magical storytelling, and take part in a fun physical theatre piece. Every participant will receive a Magic Lamp Certificate of Achievement!
- Is it structured? Yes, it is a structured but highly supportive workshop. Children will participate in creative, themed musical theatre activities, learn choreographed phrases, and work together to create their own mini-production. No pressure to perform alone or do anything they are uncomfortable with! Children can dip in and out according to their needs.
- Who it’s for & Group Size: Aimed at an ability range roughly between 6–11 years, though we do not exclude based on age alone. Siblings are welcome! Children requiring 1:1 support are warmly welcome to join in the fun with their parent or carer.
- Date & Time: Wednesday 27th May, 10.30am – 12.30pm
🚗 Getting There & Arrival
- Venue Address: Brigshaw High School, Brigshaw Lane, Allerton Bywater, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 2HR
- Venue Website: https://www.brigshaw.com/
- Parking & Drop-Off: There is plenty of parking available at the venue, including dedicated Blue Badge spaces.
- Finding Little Hiccups: Look out for the Little Hiccups banner! Our team will be waiting at the main entrance area to welcome your family, assist you inside, and show you where the workshop is taking place.
- Social Story: To help your child prepare for their visit, you can download our Musical Theatre Social Story here.
🚶 Moving Around Inside
- Full Disabled Access: The venue features full disabled access throughout and is entirely on one level, making moving around safe and smooth.
- Seating & Layout: The space has seating. A comfortable waiting area is available next door to the workshop space for parents and carers.
- Parent & Carer Info: Parents and carers must remain on-site for the duration of the session. If your child falls outside the 6–11 ability range or requires 1:1 support, we kindly ask that you stay in the room to support them.
🚽 Toilets & Changing Facilities
- Changing Places Toilet: Yes! A fully equipped Changing Places toilet facility is available on-site.
- Standard Accessible Toilet: Accessible toilets are available at the venue alongside standard facilities.
🎧 Sensory & Calm Spaces
- What NOT to Expect: There will be no scary cave scenes, loud sudden bangs, pops, or “Cave of Wonders” surprises. We are keeping everything bright, safe, and joyful!
- A Supportive Environment: This workshop is a safe, inclusive space where children have opportunities to share their own imaginative ideas at their own comfort level. Our pop-up quiet spaces will be available if anyone needs a calming break.
- Sensory Needs: We will be bringing bags with games, colouring and sensory toys for any children needing a break. This will be in the waiting area next door to the main Workshop area.
⭐ Meet Your Instructor
Kathleen is a freelance Teacher and Choreographer with over 30 years of experience in the performing arts sector. During this time, she founded her own community dance company (Katz & Co studios, staging productions at the Carriageworks Theatre in Leeds) and has worked as part of a multi-agency team as a Dance Therapist.
She has spent many years teaching therapeutic and curriculum dance across primary, secondary, and alternative provision sites. Kathleen is incredibly passionate about supporting others and is a huge advocate for equality, diversity, accessibility, inclusion, and belonging.
In addition to her performance background, Kathleen is a qualified Reiki practitioner (attuned to level 2) and a certified Physiognomist (face reading). She is also a very proud mum and carer to three wonderful children, two of whom are neurodivergent, and was herself recently diagnosed with ADHD!
🎟️ How to Book
Ready to join us? Book below to secure your family’s spot on our musical theatre adventure!
Please use the comments box when booking to let us know of any specific access needs or support requirements so we can tailor the experience perfectly to your child.
For any specific questions about this event’s layout or accessibility arrangements, please always feel free to drop us an email at
info@littlehiccups.co.uk and we will be super happy to help you out!
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