Magic, monsters and prehistoric adventures: family fun takes centre stage at Mansfield Palace Theatre this October

With the October half-term just around the corner, the Palace has lined up three exciting productions designed to entertain younger audiences and grown-ups alike – making it the perfect destination for a family day out.

Things get off to a magical start on Wednesday 14 October with Illusion Impossible, an exciting spectacular packed with mind-blowing illusions, incredible stunts and breathtaking magic.

Prepare to see the impossible become possible as amazing feats and astonishing illusions take over the Palace stage. With plenty of visual spectacle and surprises along the way, Illusion Impossible is set to keep audiences of all ages guessing as they try to work out exactly how the magic is done.

Whether your family already loves magic or you simply enjoy being amazed, this is an opportunity to experience a show where nothing is quite what it seems. Expect plenty of “how did they do that?” moments and an entertaining theatrical experience that will leave audiences talking about the magic long after the curtain comes down.

Then, as half-term approaches, a much-loved children's story leaps from the page and onto the Palace stage with There's a Monster in Your Show, taking place on Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 October.

Based on the beloved children's book by Tom Fletcher, this fun-filled family adventure invites audiences into a world of playful mayhem as a monster makes an unexpected appearance in the show.

With its colourful characters, lively storytelling and plenty of opportunities for young audiences to get involved, There's a Monster in Your Show promises an entertaining theatrical experience for little ones and their grown-ups.

It is the perfect chance for families to introduce younger children to the magic of live theatre, bringing a familiar favourite to life in a way that encourages imagination, laughter and participation.

And if your family is ready for an adventure of truly prehistoric proportions, the excitement continues on Tuesday 27 October with Ice Age Adventure Live.

Join some of your favourite prehistoric friends for a thrilling live family adventure packed with laughs, excitement and plenty of fun.

Transporting audiences back to the Ice Age, this spectacular family show promises an entertaining journey filled with larger-than-life characters and plenty of surprises along the way. With the excitement of a live adventure and plenty to keep younger audiences entertained, it's the perfect way to round off the October half-term.

From astonishing magic to mischievous monsters and prehistoric pals, Mansfield Palace Theatre is bringing plenty of family-friendly entertainment to the stage this October.

So whether you're looking for an exciting day out during the school holidays, introducing little ones to their first taste of live theatre, or simply looking for something the whole family can enjoy together, there's plenty of adventure waiting at the Palace.

Tickets for all shows are available now. Book online 24/7 or call the Box Office on 01623 463133.