Two contrasting shows on way to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre

A new adaptation of a favourite nursery rhyme will entertain young people at the venue during half-term.

First written as a song in 1953, There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly was a chart-topping hit for singer and actor Burl Ives before being adapted into a best-selling book by Pam Adams a few years later.

This version, found in schools, nurseries and homes across the world is celebrating its50th anniversary and to mark the occasion best-selling children’s author Steven Lee – How The Koala Learnt To Hug, Don't Dribble On The Dragon, I Spy With My Little Eye – has turned this hugely popular tale into a magical musical stage show written especially for little ones to enjoy with their parents.

Steven said: “The book was a favourite of my children and reading it to them reminded me how much I had loved it when my grandmother read it to me.

“For those who like my original work, rest assured that I've popped in some of my own suitably silly twists, in keeping with the charming nonsense of the rhyme.”

There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly can be seen at the Stephen Joseph Theatre at 2.30pm on Tuesday May 28.

In a complete change of pace and style – experience the magic of Phil Collins and Genesis at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre next month.

Seriously Collins, at the theatre on Saturday June 1, transports audiences back in time to relive the legendary hits of Phil Collins and Genesis.

Capturing the soulful sound of Phil Collins and Genesis, talented musicians and performers recreate the energy, charm, and charisma of the original band, reliving their iconic concerts and magical moments.

Collins had hits with Groovy Kind of Love, True Colours, In the Air Tonight, Easy Lover, Against All Odds and Another Day in Paradise.

Tickets for both shows are available from the box office on 01723 370541 and online at www.sjt.uk.com