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5 things to know about Quentin Blake
The illustrator and author Quentin Blake; an elderly man wearing a brimmed summer hat. He is sitting on an outdoor bench, holding up one of his illustrations.
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5 things to know about Quentin Blake

Of course you’ll know who Quentin Blake is, but did you know these things about him?

Family things to do this Easter and May half term at the Southbank Centre
Children playing in a loose parts play installation
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Family things to do this Easter and May half term at the Southbank Centre

Get inspiration for fun family-friendly shows, events and activities to enjoy during the upcoming school holidays.

Artist on artist: Liz Pichon on the 'joyous' Quentin Blake
A woman with her hands on her hips in a bright yellow dress, standing in front of a background that is covered in multi-coloured shooting stars.
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Artist on artist: Liz Pichon on the 'joyous' Quentin Blake

The author and illustrator behind the hugely successful Tom Gates series shares her love for the ‘extraordinary artistry’ of Quentin Blake.

Arts unravelled: how to write music for children
Children with man playing instrument
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Arts unravelled: how to write music for children

Three musicians from different genres explain how and why they make music for young people and families.

How I create… with writer Ella McLeod
A woman wearing a pink dress and bun, standing in front of a book shelf
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How I create… with writer Ella McLeod

The YA author on exploring every idea, loving what she does and finding creative inspiration when she least intends to.

5 things to know about the Moomins
Sketch of the Moomin Blue House with Moomin characters running inside.
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5 things to know about the Moomins

Find out about the creation and the impact of what are surely the world’s most lovable trolls.

Who is juggler Wes Peden?
Performer in the show Rollercoaster juggling.
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Who is juggler Wes Peden?

Introducing the ‘world-class juggling superpower’ behind solo shows such as ZEBRA and Rollercoaster.

Arts unravelled: How do you create a compelling children’s book character?
Nadia Shireen surrounded by fox illustrations
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Arts unravelled: How do you create a compelling children’s book character?

Children’s book authors Nadia Shireen, Chitra Soundar and Yasmine Naghdi explain how their characters are created.

Arts unravelled: How do you make an accessible theatre show for disabled children?
Two audience members sit surrounded by hundreds of plants
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Arts unravelled: How do you make an accessible theatre show for disabled children?

Sensory Theatre company Oily Cart give an insight into how they put together their distinctive and inclusive shows.

David Gibb: ‘Children are the most honest audience a musician can play to’
The David Gibb Band members are posing in the middle with their music instruments to hand surrounded by a colourful animated background and cartoon characters.
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David Gibb: ‘Children are the most honest audience a musician can play to’

The musician explains what it’s like to make music for children and families, and why he does so.

YolanDa Brown: ‘I fell in love with the saxophone, it became my voice’
YolanDa Brown, a young Black woman with her curly hair sits behind a desk, she is smiling and wearing a bright red jacket
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YolanDa Brown: ‘I fell in love with the saxophone, it became my voice’

The saxophonist talks about her musical loves and inspirations, and hit show Band Jam in this interview ahead of our 2024 Imagine Children’s Festival.

‘It’s constantly surprising’ – behind REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground
Parent and child walking through the entrance to the Replay recycled play space.
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‘It’s constantly surprising’ – behind REPLAY: A Limitless Recycled Playground

The Herd’s Sam Caseley explains the inspiration behind this interactive installation.