Banyan Theatre Presents Imaginary Friends - Roe Valley Arts Centre

What to Expect

Banyan Theatre brings Imaginary Friends to Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre on Tuesday 25 August 2026, a roughly hour-long show for children aged 4 and up that mixes puppetry, object theatre, storytelling and live music. The story follows a character called Sam on a journey about discovering friendship, told through a blend of physical puppetry and simple staging rather than dialogue-heavy theatre, which makes it accessible for younger children still building up their attention span for a full show. Seating is in the round, which keeps the performance close and relaxed rather than a formal sit-still theatre experience.

The show is followed by a short craft workshop where children can make something to take home connected to the story, extending the visit beyond the performance itself. It is aimed at families looking for a mid-week summer holiday activity that does not require a long journey, since the venue sits in Limavady town centre.

Because the performance runs mid-morning on a weekday rather than a weekend, it suits families managing a full week of summer holiday activities who want something that fits around other plans rather than taking up a Saturday. The in-the-round staging also means the venue’s usual theatre seating is set differently for this show, so families arriving should allow a little extra time to find their spot before the performance begins.

Good to Know

• Tuesday 25 August 2026, 11:00am to 12:00pm, roughly one hour including the after-show craft workshop
• Recommended for ages 4 and up
• £10 per ticket, unreserved in-the-round seating
• Refunds available up to 7 days before the show
• Book through Eventbrite in advance, capacity is limited

Getting There

Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre is on Main Street in Limavady town centre, within walking distance of the town’s car parks.