Families in Folkestone, Kent, are being invited to a free interactive early‑years theatre performance called “Jump In!” on Saturday 14 February 2026, part of the town’s half‑term programming ahead of the February half‑term (officially beginning Monday 16 February 2026). The event is described in the project brief as intended for children aged five and under and aims to offer a hands‑on creative experience for local parents and early years groups.
The production is said to be staged by a collective of Folkestone‑based family arts organisers linked to the Creative Folkestone/Quarterhouse ecosystem. Creative Folkestone and Folkestone Fringe are prominent local arts organisations in the town’s creative ecology, but public materials explicitly naming them as the principal organisers of this specific show were not found at the time of checking.
Organisers describe the performance as a sensory‑driven, participatory experience that encourages very young children to move, explore and interact with performers rather than sit in fixed rows. The project brief frames the show as part of an effort to make high‑quality arts accessible to local families by offering it free at the point of entry; the draft story’s claim that the event is free matches that briefing. The specific funding source that enables the free model was not confirmed in available materials and remains unverified.
Because the project brief anticipates strong demand for a limited number of places, parents are asked to book in advance to secure a spot.
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