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We'll be "Riding Shotgun" to see this Panto again and again (ooh yes we will!)
The Spotlights Dick Whittington in Hoddesdon. We have never been to a Spotlight Panto before and we were very excited that kid's TV legend Dave Benson Phillips was playing the role of Idle Jack. If you are after a traditional feel good Panto with p... Read more

Aladdin- A traditional Panto which really has the X factor
The Spotlights Christmas Pantomime for 2019 - Aladdin . With an all star cast including Sam Callahan of X factor fame, celebrated west end performer Ian Parkin and Robert White (former BGT finalist) we were very excited. Sadly my eldest missed ... Read more

Top Tips For Your First West End Theatre Visit with Children
The spotlight has recently reopened however,  so you won’t have to go far to catch one and they will be scheduled at child-friendly times. These also have the benefit of being short, often without an interval, to avoid children getting res... Read more

Come what may- Beauty and the Beast at The Spotlight is a beast of a Panto this Christmas.
The Spotlight. Due to covid we haven't actually been along to a panto here since 2019 so we were really looking forward to it. We really like The Spotlight as a venue, owing to its free parking, friendly atmosphere and spacious auditorium. The bar ... Read more

Whats on for Easter Holidays 2023 in and around Hertford
The Spotlight and Harlow Playhouse. Both of which are showing Easter Pantos . The Spolight details here.  Harlow Playhouse details here.  SouthMill Arts are also running some great shows over the easter period details here.  Sp... Read more

What's on For February Half Term in Hertford ,Hertfordshire and beyond 2024
The Spotlight, who we work closely with have three brilliant shows for you this half term. The amazing Dinosaur adventure LIVE (which we saw last year and its brilliant!) Pop Princesses Live And also Rumble Wrestling. South Mill Arts also hav... Read more

Wet Weather Plans for the February Half Term
The Spotlight this week. And of course there is also Movies for Juniors at Cineworld. Our things to do page has hundreds of local things to do and the filter button enables you to filter things to do inside only.https://www.mumsguideto.co.uk/hertf... Read more

Whats on for Easter Holidays 2024 in and around Hertford
The Spotlight and Harlow Playhouse. Both of which are showing Easter Pantos . The Spotlight details here.  Harlow Playhouse details here.  SouthMill Arts are also running some great shows over the easter period details here.  Spe... Read more

Panto is just for Christmas? Ooh no its not! A treat for all the family this Easter at the Spotlight
The Spotlight find out! Pantos - traditionally associated with Christmas right ? But why should Christmas have all the fun!? In recent years we've seen many local theatres pop up with Easter Pantos and its a trend we are here for to be honest, I am ... Read more

Like wishing on a star- Sleeping Beauty will make all your dreams come true this festive time!
The Spotlight for their panto for 2024- Sleeping Beauty. Its fair to say that The Spotlight has really upped their game over the past few years with their Christmas show offerings and this year they raised the bar once again. We arrived just under ... Read more

What's on For February Half Term in Hertford ,Hertfordshire and beyond 2025
The Spotlight, who we work closely with have two brilliant shows for you this half term. First up theres  Science Museum The Live Stage Show! And also Rumble Wrestling South Mill Arts also have an action packed schedule on here.  Fu... Read more

Events

Milkshake! Live

Milkshake! Live

The Spotlight
Sun 25th May 2025
11am

Book ahead
For Under 5s

Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show!
Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blues Clues and You! Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure!
Pack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as we go on an all singing, all dancing holiday together! It's a family show not to be missed!
Adults £18, Child £16

The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 8BE

The Dinosaur that Popped a Rock Show!

The Dinosaur that Popped a Rock Show!

The Spotlight
Wed 28th May 2025
12noon & 3.30pm

For Under 5s

The Dinosaur that Pooped a Rock Show!

When Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock-out? Or will Dino's rumbling tummy save the day?

Adapted from the number 1 best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand, new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and Dougie, a lot of laughs and a whole lot of pool.

Adult £18, Under 16s £17, Family of 4 (2+2) £66

The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 8BE

FIREMAN SAM - THE GREAT CAMPING ADVENTURE!

FIREMAN SAM - THE GREAT CAMPING ADVENTURE!

The Spotlight
Sat 31st May 2025
11am and 2pm

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For Under 5s
For School-age

TICKETS: Adult £18 | Child (under 16) £16

Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains. But when Norman discovers a rare red squirrel, one of the explorers decides to take the glory for themselves, leaving Norman stranded in a cave.

Now it's up to Fireman Sam to save the day and ensure everyone is safe on their camping adventure!

Try Our Authentic Italian Pizza!
Serving before every show Authentic Stone Baked Italian Pizza's made from high quality 100% natural ingredients, 100% Italian Mozzarella and NO added sugar! Buon Appetito!

Doors and bar open 1.5 hours prior to performance start.

The Spotlight, High Street, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 8BE

Listings

Holiday clubs & classes

EHOS

Age: 5 - 12

Booking in advance

🌟HALF TERM CAMP🌟

Hello 👋🏼 We are an amateur dramatics group in the local area who are offering some exciting things coming up.

🎭🎶 Musical theatre workshop:
Is your child into acting, singing, dancing or arts and crafts? Then this is the PERFECT opportunity to join our musical theatre workshop day! So much fun to be had, and even some exciting opportunities... Read more

Please contact the provider for details of when this holiday club/class will next be running or to find out if it may be running at an alternative venue nearby.

Contact details:

www.ticketsource.co.uk
07903261046

Location:

Kristie Louise Dance Academy, Unit 2 Stony Hills, Ware, SG12 0HJ

Things to do

Indoors
Outdoors

Oaklands Zoo is open from 10am-6pm every Sunday between July-August.
Morning session runs 10am-1pm
Afternoon session runs 1pm-4pm

We are delighted to be able to welcome you to one of our zoo days where you can get to know some of our amazing animals. Current residents include: Marmosets, Lemurs, Rabbits, Aquatics, Reptiles

Our St Albans campus is home to... Read more

Contact details:

www.oaklands.ac.uk
01727 737000

Indoors
Refreshments

Cinema and theatre showing a range of family films and theatre productions throughout the year.

Contact details:

www.broxbourne.gov.uk
01992 441946

Booking in advance
Indoors

The Noise Next Door: The Adventure Academy... For Adventurers! (Age 5+)

Sunday 6 October, 2pm

Enroll at the world's most reckless and ridiculous school with comedy legends The Noise Next Door. Where will your adventure take you? Dangerous Deserts? Treacherous tundras? Volatile volcanoes? It's all up to you in this side-splitting, globe-trotting hour of entertainment... Read more

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