NEW Theatre, Cardiff, has announced three exciting productions that have been confirmed for 2016.

Two musicals and a children's classic will appear at the beginning of the year, adding to an entertaining line-up at the theatre.

Laugh-out-loud musical Avenue Q returns from Monday, January 25, 2016 to Saturday 30, following loveable New Yorkers trying to make sense of life’s burning issues. This is a hilarious, cheeky and uproariously entertaining show, with a terrific batch of songs performed by a cast of hugely talented performers and puppets. (Note: this production is strictly for over-15s.)

Dr Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat arrives on the doorstep from Friday, February 19, 2016 to Sunday 21. A rainy afternoon turns into an amazing adventure for Sally and her brother when The Cat enters their house. Playing during the half term holiday, the family show is a lively and engaging first theatre experience for children aged three and over.

Footloose, based on the popular 1980s movie starring Kevin Bacon, dances its way back to Cardiff from Monday, February 29, 2016 to Saturday 5. The foot-tapping musical is packed full of electrifying dancing and classic eighties hits like Holding Out for a Hero, Almost Paradise and title track Footloose.

For further details or to book tickets visit newtheatrecardiff.co.uk or call the Box Office on 02920 878889. A small transaction charge is applied to all bookings.