Residing in Southern Ontario has many benefits, not the least of which is our proximity to the Niagara area; specifically Niagara-on-the-Lake. We visit often during the year and stay for the shopping, the sights, the food and especially for the entertainment. In the past couple of years we have been able to take in several productions put on by the renowned Shaw Festival and fortunately they always offer at least one show that is family-friendly. That is how we discovered our youngest had inherited the family’s love for live theatre!
This year the Shaw’s family show is called The Magician’s Nephew. In Victorian London, young Digory and his new friend Polly stumble onto a magical portal into another world — but accidentally unleash a dark force that could destroy them all. Packed with stellar performances and spine-tingling music, The Magician’s Nephew is bringing audiences to their feet. Perfect for both Narnia lovers and first-time discoverers of this treasured literary series.
photo courtesy of shawfest.com
My family and I have plans to see The Magician’s Nephew this summer and we can’t wait! The plot is geared towards children so it is easy to follow, even if you have not read the Chronicles of Narnia yet. As with live theatre, the sets are minimal, but incredibly fun to watch as they are transformed throughout the show. From what I understand the beautiful masks and music bring everything to life! And best of all, the audience gets to participate. The Magician’s Nephew promises to entertain you and your whole family with sweet moments and laugh out loud dialogue. The show is recommended for children ages 6 and up and runs for just over two hours.
photo courtesy of shawfest.com
The Giveaway
One lucky MapleMouseMama reader will win a Family Pack of Four Tickets to see The Magician’s Nephew at The Shaw Festival! *Please note the tickets must be used by the end of August 2018. To be eligible to win just complete the Rafflecopter below with your qualifying answers. This giveaway is open to Canadian and US residents ages 18 and older. Please read our giveaway rules before entering. This giveaway ends on July 4th, 2018 at 11:59 pm. Good luck!
Have you been to the theatre before? What is your favourite production?
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I have only been to the Blyth theatre to see The Pigeon King
its been a long time since I’ve been to the theater but I had seen Lion King and it was amazing
I went to Phantom of the Opera years ago. Never been to the Shaw Festival.
I’ve seen Cats and Mamma Mia in Toronto years ago but I have never been to the Shaw Festival.
My husband and I went to Shaw ages ago and saw Othello – I can still recall it vividly!
My favourite is Phantom of The Opera
Never been before so no favourite.
I used to go to theaters often, but not in the last several years – the price is the biggest factor in that. My favorite show of all times was Mariinsky’s Theatre Romeo and Juliet. – it was amazing (and as a student I paid less that a dollar).
Never been before but would love to go! Thanks for the chance to win!
I was lucky enough to win tickets to see Alice in Wonderland on your BLOG in 2016. I would love to take my family of 4 to see The Magician’s Nephew – my youngest recently developed a love of live theatre to match my oldest’s. Thank you for the chance!
I have been to the Shaw Festival once before a couple of years ago. Fiddler on the Roof is my fave!
I have never been, but would love to go.
I’ve never been before, but I would love to go sometime!
I have never been to Shaw before but I loved death of a salesman at Stratford.
We go to Stratford regularly and so far have enjoyed the Music Man the most.
I have never been to the Shaw Festival
I’ve never been to the Shaw Festival, would love to go for a visit.
I have never been to the Shaw Festival before but have been to the theatre and loved The Lion King.
Haven’t been to much since kids. Saw Stonehenge long ago and that was pretty good.
We have attended the theatre often as a family and really loved The Sound of Music production done at Stratford
we saw Cabaret several years ago and loved it!
I go to Stratford, plays in Toronto, and I have been to the Shaw Festival numerous times. I think my favourite was Beauty & the Beast at the Princess of Wales theatre in Toronto but I have seen many splendid Stratford and Shaw productions (I just love the music from the Beauty and the Beast so much).