Gilbert's Adventures Through Books (Under 5s) - Saturdays at 11:15am - 12:00pm

£45.00

TERM 3 STARTS SATURDAY 19TH APRIL 2025. Gilbert is the Guardian of the Books. He’s read EVERY book in the universe! He loves nothing more than embarking upon an epic adventure through his books! Who will he meet next? Will be it some dinosaurs? Or maybe he’ll fly on a broomstick? Why don’t you join him on his next adventure?

Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books is much more than a dance class. It’s about building magical worlds together, you and your wee one, alongside Gilbert. Performance is at the centre of it so there is theatrical lighting, props, costumes and music….and of course, there’s dancing too! The classes is designed to spark your wee one’s curiosity, and a love for reading and dancing.

Led by PJ Hurst, who plays the much loved character Petey the Polar Bear from our Snow Qween show, this is 45 minutes of imagination sparking fun through books and dance.

There is a social cafe afterwards for wee one and big ones to celebrate their adventure

Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books is a parent/carer and child performance workshop for under 5s at Manhattan Works in Dundee.

Click the image for Class FAQs or to book!

TERM 3 STARTS SATURDAY 19TH APRIL 2025. Gilbert is the Guardian of the Books. He’s read EVERY book in the universe! He loves nothing more than embarking upon an epic adventure through his books! Who will he meet next? Will be it some dinosaurs? Or maybe he’ll fly on a broomstick? Why don’t you join him on his next adventure?

Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books is much more than a dance class. It’s about building magical worlds together, you and your wee one, alongside Gilbert. Performance is at the centre of it so there is theatrical lighting, props, costumes and music….and of course, there’s dancing too! The classes is designed to spark your wee one’s curiosity, and a love for reading and dancing.

Led by PJ Hurst, who plays the much loved character Petey the Polar Bear from our Snow Qween show, this is 45 minutes of imagination sparking fun through books and dance.

There is a social cafe afterwards for wee one and big ones to celebrate their adventure

Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books is a parent/carer and child performance workshop for under 5s at Manhattan Works in Dundee.

Click the image for Class FAQs or to book!

FAQ’s

Fees
’Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books’ run in term time for a 9-week block. Each class costs £5 and classes are charged per term. If you join the term part way through, you will only pay for the remaining weeks in the term.

Term Dates
’Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books’ run on the following dates: 19th April, 26th April, 10th May, 17th May, 24th May, 7th June, 14th June, 21st June, 28th June.
There are NO classes on 3rd May or 31st May.

What happens if i miss a class?
We understand that sometimes you may not be able to attend a class due to illness or holiday. We don’t offer refund for missed classes but you are welcome to offer your place to a friend instead.

Am I taking part too?
YES! For ’Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books’ , it’s a key component that parents/carers join in! You are welcome to move at your own pace and you don’t need any experience - it’s a brilliant opportunity to play and dance with your wee one!

What should my child wear?
Children should wear comfortable clothing appropriate for dancing about. Please don’t wear dresses or skirts. Same for you too! Wear something you can freely move about in.

My wee one has a younger or older sibling, can they come too?
Yes, for our ’Gilbert’s Adventures Through Books’, we understand that as you are taking part too if can sometimes be complicated for childcare, so we are happy for wee or bigger siblings to attend this class when required.

How do i find you?
Classes take place in the Showcase the Street studios at Manhattan Works, Dundonald Street, Dundee DD3 7PY. There is map below which shows you how to get to us! Any issues, give us a call on 01382 413 007!