AFTER kicking off the festivities at Hyde Park’s ‘Winter Wonderland’ in London this Christmas, Sooty is back in a brand-new show this Spring with guaranteed giggles for the whole family!

Direct from CITV, and a meeting in Las Vegas with legendary magician David Copperfield, Sooty, Sweep and Soo head to Christchurch Regent Centre on Saturday April 1 and The Haymarket, Basingstoke on Saturday May 10, accompanied by TV’s Richard Cadell and special guest stars Butch and Ramsbottom. Mr Slater has put Richard in charge of running the show but nothing is going to plan! Sooty's magic tricks turn very messy and Sweep's escapology act has him all tied up. Maybe Soo and her tap dancing will save the day?

Expect magic, music and mayhem, with buckets full of audience participation. The Sooty Show is an unmissable treat for the whole family! There will also be a chance to meet Richard and Sooty after the show. Join them for this sparkling new production, but definitely don’t expect Sooty to be on his best behaviour…!

Of the brand new show, Richard Cadell said: "Sooty can't wait to be back on tour! Not only will his fans be able to enjoy lots of laughs and fun with the nation’s favourite bear, Sooty and I will also be joined in action by his companions Sweep and Soo as the gang try to stage a talent show. Sooty's got a new high-powered water pistol for this special occasion – bring your raincoats!"

Sooty's local dates are:

Saturday April 1, 11am & 2.30pm, Christchurch Regent: Tel: 01202 499 199

Saturday May 10, 11am & 2pm, Basingstoke Haymarket Theatre: Tel: 01256 844 244

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