Not Now, Bernard!

‘There’s a monster in the garden and it’s going to eat me.’

Bernard’s got a problem. There’s a monster in the garden… but his mum and dad are too busy to notice. So Bernard does what any sensible child would do — he tries to befriend it. That doesn’t quite go to plan.

A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee’s much-loved picture book, bursting with chaos, live music made from instruments and household objects, and an ENORMOUS purple monster.

This is a story about being heard, getting noticed, and what happens when grown-ups are just too busy — told with comedy, imagination, and plenty of mischief. With integrated Makaton, this accessible production is suitable for everyone aged 3+.

Supported by Arts Council England, the egg, and Front Room Theatre.

• Access Information Theatre

  Seat size

  In our theatre the seats are 38cm (15″) wide and 44.5cm (17½”) deep. The seats are 44cm (171/3”) from the floor, and have an 8cm (3”) gap between seats.

  Armrests

  Seats have armrests on either side of the seat which cannot be removed completely. Seats on rows A, C and D have armrests which can be folded away and slot between the seat backs. On all other rows armrests are fixed and cannot be folded or removed.

  Legroom

  There is 30cm (112/3“) of legroom in front of each seat, with additional legroom in rows D and L, and in Box 1 and Box 2.

  Further information

  If you have any questions about accessibility our Box Office team are always happy to help and can be contacted on 01642 525199 or by emailing [email protected] - you can also tell us about your access requirements when prompted to do so during the online booking process.

• Information About Relaxed Performances And Screenings

  All our family theatre shows are relaxed performances, designed to create a comfortable and welcoming visit for everyone.

  Relaxed performances have a number of distinguishing features:

  • Lower volume levels
  • No foyer music
  • Consistent lighting with auditorium lights on throughout
  • There is a relaxed attitude to noise and moving around the auditorium
  • You can reserve extra seats if you need space to be comfortable
  • If you prefer not to queue please let us know when booking
  • We can provide a chill out space should you need a break.

   

  For further information about Accessible Performances and Events at ARC, including the Access Requirement Form, click HERE.

• Children Under 18 Months and Group Bookings

  Children under 18 months do not need a seat and are allowed free entry to all 3+ family shows. Groups of six or more can benefit from a discounted ticket price on family shows – you don’t all have to be family members, so why not bring your child’s friends along to make up a group of six?

• Companion Ticket Scheme

  A free ticket is available to a companion accompanying a disabled person to an event, where it is an access requirement. To book a companion ticket or accessible seating as part of your order please contact the Box Office team on 01642 525199 or email [email protected]

  You can tell us about any other access requirements you have at the time of booking.

• Hampton by Hilton Stockton Discount for ARC Customers

  Travelling to ARC from out of the area and need a place to stay?

  We’ve teamed up with Hampton by Hilton Stockton to offer our customers a 15% discount on room bookings at the hotel based in the centre of Stockton, just 650 metres (0.4 miles) from ARC.

  To benefit from the discount simply head over to the Hampton by Hilton website to make a booking for the dates of your stay now. The discount will automatically be applied when visiting the site on the link below.

  Visit Hampton by Hilton Stockton’s website

  For directions from Hampton by Hilton to ARC please see below.