Free Family Creative Workshops , Live Theatre, Newcastle
Mortal Fools Presents
Free Family Creative Workshops at the Live Theatre, Newcastle
Interactive storytelling for children with big imaginations!
This half term, children and their families can leap into the world of Melva Mapletree, created by Mortal Fools.
Whether you love scribbling stories, animation, acting things out, video games, dreaming up big ideas or wrapping up cosy in a blanket and listening to a story, our friendly creative team have something for every young creative mind.
Linked to the National Year of Reading 2026, and kicking off our Live Tales 10th Birthday celebrations, these relaxed, playful sessions are perfect for families wanting a magical, creative storytelling experience together in half term.
About Melva Mapletree
Melva Mapletree is a brave, funny and deeply relatable 11-year-old whose adventures explore the emotional ups and downs of growing up. Melva lives in Scratchicle Town with characters like her best friend Barnabus and her Grandpa, who provide companionship and support. As she nears her twelfth birthday, she needs them now more than ever as Melva navigates confusing changes in her body, emotions, friendships and sense of self.
Melva Mapletree and the Great Undoing, which is now available to buy from Amazon, is also available as part of Mortal Fools’ wider MELVA school’s programme – an innovative digital media intervention designed to improve children’s knowledge and understanding of mental health and wellbeing.
