Dive into a vibrant underwater world as The Tale of the Loneliest Whale comes to The Point, Eastleigh on Saturday 12th September 2026! Presented by Hoglets Theatre, this magical 40-minute deep-sea adventure combines beautiful puppets, hilarious sea creatures, original songs, and audience interaction to deliver a heart-warming celebration of friendship, inclusion, and neurodiversity.
The Tale of the Loneliest Whale Dates & Performance Times
Schedule for the family theatre production at The Point, Eastleigh:
- Event Date: Saturday 12th September 2026.
- Performance Times: Morning show at 11:00 AM and afternoon show at 2:00 PM.
- Running Time & Age Guidance: 40 minutes (no interval), specifically created for children aged 4+ and their families.
Show Highlights & Production Features
Special highlights and artistic features of Hoglets Theatre’s production:
- Heartwarming Storyline: Inspired by 52 Hertz—the world’s loneliest whale—the story follows 52, a whale singing at a frequency no other whale can hear, on a heartwarming journey to find where he belongs.
- Interactive & Neuroinclusive Design: Co-created alongside neurodivergent children, the show combines gentle audience participation, sensory storytelling, handmade puppets, and lively original songs.
- Hoglets Theatre Company: Created by acclaimed children’s theatre specialist Gemma Sharp, known for accessible, imagination-boosting stage productions for young audiences.
Ticket Information & Venue Booking
Pricing and family ticket options for The Point:
- Ticket Pricing: Tickets range from £5.00 to £10.00.
- Family & Child Rates: Concessionary rates apply for children, families, and group bookings on selected sessions.
- Direct Booking: Available online directly via The Point Eastleigh website or by contacting the box office on 023 8065 2333.
How to Get to The Point, Eastleigh
Travel options for reaching the venue at Leigh Road, Eastleigh (SO50 9DE):
- By Car: Located right in central Eastleigh, reachable via Junction 13 of the M3 or Junction 5 of the M27, following signs for Leigh Road and the Town Centre.
- By Train: Eastleigh Railway Station is a short 5-minute walk from the venue, with frequent direct services from Southampton Central, Winchester, and Fareham.
- By Bus: Local bus routes operated by Bluestar and Stagecoach stop along Leigh Road and at nearby Eastleigh Bus Station.
The Point Eastleigh Parking Information
Parking options for visiting families:
- Swan Centre Car Park: Located 2 minutes away on Mitchell Road (SO50 5SF), offering pay-and-display multi-storey parking close to the venue.
- Leigh Road Car Park: Short-stay parking options and pay-and-display bays located directly around Leigh Road Park.
- Accessible Parking: Dedicated Blue Badge parking bays are located near the theatre entrance along Leigh Road.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is The Tale of the Loneliest Whale performing at The Point, Eastleigh?
- The show takes place on Saturday 12th September 2026, with performances at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
- Where is The Point located?
- The Point is located on Leigh Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire (SO50 9DE).
- How much are tickets for the show?
- Tickets range from £5.00 to £10.00.
- What age range is the performance suitable for?
- The show is 40 minutes long (with no interval) and is specially designed for children aged 4 years and above along with their families.
- What themes are explored in the production?
- Presented by Hoglets Theatre, the show uses puppetry, original music, and interactive storytelling to explore themes of friendship, inclusion, and neurodiversity.