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Play Interact Explore

Theatre Alibi hosts an interactive exhibition suitable for all ages created by artists Leap then Look.

Leigh Curtis

Theatre Alibi is hosting an interactive tactile exhibition suitable for all ages from Saturday 4 October to Sunday 2 November at Emmanuel Hall.

Play Interact Explore was developed by artists Leap Then Look in conjunction with four community groups in Eastbourne and Brighton.

It offers a sculptural environment for people to explore and rearrange, experimentally interacting with a variety of objects and assemblages.

Special sessions include early years mornings, when kids go free, and afternoons designed for home educating families who would like to use the installation to support learning around art, design, technology or story-making.

The installation has toured venues around the country including the National Gallery in London, the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art in Gateshead and Tramway arts centre in Glasgow.

Play Interact Explore installation Play Interact Explore. Photo: Leap Then Look.

Leap Then Look uses sculpture, photography, film, performance and installation to create interactive, participatory art works and run workshops and events.

Founded by artists Lucy Cran and Bill Leslie in 2019, the company works with people from range of backgrounds and ages as well as arts institutions, universities and schools.

Emmanuel Hall has been the permanent home of Theatre Alibi since 1982. As well as hosting performances for children and families, the venue has become the temporary home of St Thomas Library.

Theatre Alibi has been producing work for young audiences for over 30 years. It hosts events including craft sessions, performances, interactive exhibitions and workshops in local schools.

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Play Interact Explore by Leap Then Look runs from Saturday 4 October to Sunday 2 November 2025 at Emmanuel Hall.

Tickets start from £6 plus booking fees. For more information and to book tickets visit the Theatre Alibi website.

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