Following the success of What If…? last year, we’re back from May 24th to May 31st with another year of celebrating children’s stories in all their forms.
Each day of half term, we’ll dive into a different form of storytelling through a diverse line up of creative workshops and events. We’ll also have a café serving hot drinks and delicious snacks, we take our coffee seriously here, expect nothing less than excellent brews at Alibi.
This year’s festival includes poetry by former Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho, a graphic novel launch with Exeter’s own Tom McLaughlin, a take over day with Exeter favourites Paddleboat Theatre and much more…

Main Hall

Studio Schedule
Please note, all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all events.
All events taking place in the Studio are only accessible by stairs. Please contact access@theatrealibi.co.uk if you have any access requirements.
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Please note, there is no parking at Alibi. If you are driving, please use the public car park on Okehampton Street. If you have access requirements, please contact access@theatrealibi.co.uk and we will be able to reserve a spot for you on site.![]()