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SPRING/SUMMER 2016 FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS

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I am delighted to share my first season with you as Artistic Director at Little Angel Theatre.

We begin our new year by welcoming an array of artists from across the UK onto our stage, celebrating the diverse work of puppetry companies from outside of London – in association with A Nation’s Theatre. There’s a real mix of new and classic stories to entertain both you and your children.

Especially for babies and early years, we have a number of excellent interactive shows throughout the year, with a materials themed week in February. Plus, we’ve made sure there are plenty of fun activities for children of all ages to get involved in over both the February and May half terms, as well as the Easter and summer holidays, not to mention our summer party at the beginning of September.

For ten weeks we’re bringing our very own much-loved, and extensively toured, production of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt back to Little Angel Theatre. It’s such a wonderful adaptation of Michael Rosen’s book, and I have no doubt that you and your children will absolutely love it.

And what about something for the grown-ups? Start your new year with puppetry and get involved with our popular classes, courses, talks and workshops. Then join us in the evening for Little Angel Lates — an evening series of puppetry shows tailored for adults, including the return of the popular Flabbergast Theatre with their show Tatterdemalion.

It really is a busy year ahead for the theatre, and I hope to see you here at some point during 2016.

Samantha Lane — Artistic Director

SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAMME

Presented by Little Angel Theatre

Explore the wow-world of colours with this curious little owl who is determined to stay awake to see what day light brings.

From the warm pink glow of dawn through to a day filled with the bright colours of green leaves, blue sky, grey clouds and, finally, a stunning rainbow — ‘WOW!’.

But despite the beauty of the daytime world, the little owl decides that the night-time stars are the most beautiful of all.

WOW! Said the Owl, the acclaimed children’s book by award winning author Tim Hopgood, is brought to life through a blend of beautiful story-telling, puppetry and music. Directed by Joy Haynes, this show will delight and excite young audiences.

Supported by the Golden Angels

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This production of WOW! Said the Owl is based on the book WOW! Said the Owl © 2009 Tim Hopgood published by Macmillan Children’s Books, a division of Macmillan Publishers International Ltd.

See diary at the back of brochure for dates and times

Suitable for ages 2 to 5: babies and children under 2 are only admitted at All Ages performances (see diary). Please note these are not adapted performances.

Tickets£10/£8 children and concessions£1.80 booking fee applies to all card transactions (except members)

Running Time30 minutes

FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN

WOW! SAID THE OWLUNTIL 31 JANUARY 2016

“delightfullyquirky”

The Guardian

Presented by Little Angel TheatreAdapted for the stage by Tim Kane

Adapted from the acclaimed book by Roald Dahl, this is the story about a young boy who befriends a Giraffe, a Pelican (or “Pelly”) and a Monkey. Join them on their unexpected adventures when they create the ‘Ladderless Window Cleaning Company’. You’ll be singing all the way home.

A Little Angel Theatre production /Based on the book by Roald Dahl /Adapted by Tim Kane / Directed by Peter O’Rourke / Music and Lyrics by Ben Glasstone / Set and Puppet Design by Peter O’Rourke

See diary at the back of brochure for dates and times

Suitable for age 4 to 11, but children can be admitted from age 3: babies and children under 3 are only admitted at All Ages performances (see diary). Please note these are not adapted performances.

Tickets£14/£12 children and concessions Family ticket offer: £48 (2 adults, 2 children OR 1 adult, 3 children)£5 Friday Fives: Fridays at 5pm£1.80 booking fee applies to all card transactions (except members)

Running Time1 hour 15 minutes inc interval

Relaxed Performance Saturday 23 January 2pmSee website for more details

Supported by

ROALD DAHL'STHE GIRAFFE AND THE PELLY AND MEUNTIL 31 JANUARY 2016

FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

“fantastically charming”

The Guardian

“blissfully bonkers”

The Stage

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Presented by Little Angel Theatre Adapted from the book by Eileen Browne

When Handa and her friend Akeyo go looking for Grandma’s black hen Mondi, they find two fluttery butterflies round the hen house, three stripy mice under the grain store, four little lizards behind the pots… But where is Mondi? Based on the book by Eileen Browne, this beautiful and engaging show features 55 stunning puppets. Join Handa and Akeyo as they sing and dance in search of Mondi, meeting a host of colourful animals and birds as they go.

HANDA’S HEN24-26 MARCH & 29 MARCH-1 APRIL

Suitable for age 2–6: babies and children under 2 are only admitted at All Ages performances (10am). Please note these are not adapted performances.

See diary at the back of brochure for dates and times.

Tickets £10 / £8 children & concessions£1.80 booking fee applies to all card transactions (except members)

Running timeApprox 35 minutes

CreditsBased on the book by Eileen Browne / Directed by Marleen Vermeulen / Designed by Lyndie Wright and Sarah Wright


“This warm, inclusive show has an increasingly energising effect on the young audience … a sweet safari … and you learn how to count to ten in Swahili into the bargain.” The Stage

“Little Angel has come up with another winner... a beautiful introduction to theatre — highly recommended.” The Ham and High

Presented by Little Angel Theatre

We’re going on a bear hunt.We’re going to catch a big one.What a beautiful day!We’re not scared.

A family go on an expedition of a lifetime – running down the grassy bank, wading through the cold river, squelching over the oozy mud, stumbling into the dark forest, then peering into a cave… what will they find?

Little Angel Theatre brings Michael Rosen’s thrilling and funny adventure to life in this entrancing puppetry production directed by Peter Glanville and with music and lyrics by renowned singer-songwriter Barb Jungr.

WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT 16 APRIL–26 JUNE 2016

Suitable for age 2–7: babies and children under 2 are only admitted at All Ages performances (Thursday 10.30am, Saturday 11am & Sunday 11am). Please note these are not adapted performances.

See diary at the back of brochure for dates and times.

Tickets£12 / £10 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for shows at 5pm on Friday£1.80 booking fee applies to all card transactions (except members)

Running time45 minutes

Relaxed performanceSaturday 14 May, 3.30pmSee website for more details

CreditsAdapted by Peter Glanville & Barb Jungr / Music and Lyrics by Barb Jungr / Directed by Peter Glanville / Puppet Design by Lyndie Wright / Set Design by Simon Plumridge

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury. Illustrations from the book copyright © 1989 Helen Oxenbury. By permission of Walker Books Ltd, London.


“A must-see family show”

The Stage

“Charming” Time Out

VISITING COMPANIES

We’ve invited a whole host of companies from around the UK to perform their brilliant shows on our stage. This is a unique opportunity for you and your children to enjoy a wide variety of theatre from inside and outside of London.

In association with A Nation’s Theatre

FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES

THE UGLY DUCKLINGProduced by Thingumajig TheatreBased on the story by Hans Christian AndersenFriday 5–Sunday 7 February See diary at back for timesRunning time approx 50 minutes

Life isn’t much fun in the farmyard for the misfit ‘duckling’. Teased and tormented, he dreams of kindlier places beyond the farm gates. But will he survive out there?

Join the adventures of this famous ‘under-dog’ in Hans Christian Andersen’s much-loved tale of transformation, brought to you in Thingumajig’s house style — beautiful puppet characters, live music, captivating story-telling and a generous sprinkling of magic.

Age 5–12 (admission from age 4)All ages admitted Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows

Babies and children under the lower ages are only admitted at All Ages performances. Please note that these are not adapted performances.


ELVES & THE SHOEMAKERProduced by Theatre of WiddershinsWednesday 10–Sunday 14 FebruarySee diary at back for timesRunning time approx 55 minutes

New shoes... Delightful on the feet. Soft, dancing shoes; swarthy pirate shoes; silver buckle and silken souls. No one makes shoes like an elf. Beautifully crafted set and puppets, sublime music, a kaleidoscope of miniature shoes and a comic mouse make this show a magical must-see.

Age 3–8All ages admitted Thursday 10.30am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


OLD MOTHER HUBBARDProduced by Garlic TheatreMonday 15–Wednesday 17 FebruarySee diary at back for timesRunning time 45 minutes

Join Old Mother Hubbard as she clatters about her kitchen hanging out the washing and making breakfast with her dancing dog Oscar.

Their little world of friendship and harmony is interrupted by the squeaking of a mouse in the cupboard and the appearance of a mysterious furry paw.

Both are thrilled when they get an invitation to a party, but who sent it and why is it in the deep dark woods? Age 3–7All ages admitted Monday 11am & Wednesday 11am£10/£8 children & concessions


CURIOUS CREATURESProduced by SquashboxThursday 18–Sunday 21 FebruarySee diary at back for timesRunning time approx 50 minutes

Welcome to the ‘Curious Creatures’ wildlife park, established by Jeremiah Johnson: world-renowned explorer and zoologist. Nobody knows more about animals than him.

Unfortunately, Jeremiah Johnson is currently lost in the jungles of Africa, so he has handed the running of the park over to his inexperienced nephew Craig… and things don’t quite go as planned.

Learn about how animals evolved, how their amazing adaptations help them survive, and how animals can help us learn more about ourselves.

Age 5–12 (admission from age 4)All ages admitted Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessions



RUMPELSTILTSKINProduced by Norwich Puppet Theatre Wednesday 24–Sunday 28 FebruarySee diary at back for timesRunning time 45 minutes

A fairytale favourite spun before your very eyes.

Auntie spins as hard as she can to make the wool for the King’s special jumper. But the royals are out of cash, the girl who is helping is useless at spinning and the Prince just wants to be a shepherd. Everyone gets their threads in a twist and then Rumpel... you-know-who steps in. Who is he, where does he come from and can they guess his real name before he gets them all in a spin?

A woolly wonderland of a show with spinning, weaving, lively puppetry, music and storytelling.

Age 3–8All ages admitted Thursday 10.30am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


ALADDINProduced by Indigo MoonWednesday 2–Thursday 3 MarchSee diary at back for timesRunning time 50 minutes

This colourful tale from the Arabian Nights is set in the Middle East: a place of mystery, enchantment and strange, mythical creatures. Large scale contemporary Shadow Puppet theatre tells of a poor street boy who falls hopelessly in love with a Royal Princess.

What magic would he need just to see her again?

Follow his wild and dangerous adventures as he gets caught up in excitement way beyond his control. Find out more about this inspirational and accessible art form after the show.

Age 4–11 (admission from age 3)All ages admitted Thursday 10.30am£10/£8 children & concessions



A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAMProduced by Box Tale SoupWednesday 9–Friday 11 MarchSee diary at back for timesRunning time approx 55 minutes

Join award winning Box Tale Soup for their new family adaptation of Shakespeare’s enchanting story.

Be transported to a world of mirth and magic where Shakespeare’s language is made accessible to a younger audience through the use of puppetry, physical theatre and original music.

“Gorgeous ****” The Stage

Age 6–16 (admission from age 5)No All Ages performances£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


JUNGLE BOOKProduced by Indigo Moon Friday 4–Sunday 6 MarchSee diary at back for timesRunning time 50 minutes

Fearless and free, Mowgli the ‘man-cub’ finds fun and friendship despite learning to live by the Law of the Jungle. Mowgli’s daring adventures in the dangerous world he inhabits are brought to life by Indigo Moon Theatre with inventive shadow theatre, original music and colourful digital projection.

A contemporary tale: the eternal quest for love, identity and belonging.

Find out more about this inspirational and accessible art form and its use of multiple light sources after the show.

Age 4–11 (admission from age 3)All ages admitted Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows



ALICE IN WONDERLANDProduced by Box Tale SoupSaturday 12 & Sunday 13 MarchSee diary at back for timesRunning time approx 55 minutes

Join Alice on her remarkable journey in this new production to enchant all ages. Find magic in Wonderland, and make it safely home again. The only danger is, you may not want to leave!

“Wonderful ****” Fringe Guru



THE MAGIC BEANSTALK Produced by Light TheatreSaturday 2–Thursday 7 AprilSee diary at back for timesRunning time 60 minutes

Jack, his mum and their cow Daisy are in trouble. Their house is leaking, the phones cut off, there’s no food in the fridge – and they’ve got NITS! Something’s got to change and what happens next is an exciting adventure for all girls and boys who believe in magic.

Age 5–11 (admission from age 4)All ages admitted Sunday 11am & Wednesday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessions



LEAPERProduced by Tucked InFriday 8–Sunday 10 AprilSee diary at back for timesRunning time 60 minutes

Using a signature blend of intricate puppetry and mesmeric music, Tucked In are asking ‘what’s happening to the fish?’.

Leaper follows one fish’s magical quest against the ever-growing natural and manmade monsters of the sea.




THE SNITCHITY TITCH SHOWProduced by Ronnie Le DrewSaturday 18 & Sunday 19 JuneSee diary at back for timesRunning time 45 minutes

Snitch meets a Dodo bird on Dodo Island. This particular Dodo has a very special magic safe full of gold, but as luck would have it a robber comes along and steals the gold! Can Snitch get it back for Dodo? Come and find out and enjoy this hilarious glove puppet show. Fun for all ages and staring Ronnie Le Drew, famous for being Zippy from Rainbow.

Age 3–5All ages admitted Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessions


TIN FORESTProduced by PuppetCraftWednesday 6–Sunday 10 JulySee diary at back for timesRunning time approx 45 minutes

The Tin Forest is about an old man who lives in a dreary junkyard, full of other people’s broken and unwanted junk. He dreams that one day his world will be full of life, colour and sound. His wish is about to come true…

The show has no words, but will have a sound-scape of live music and sound effects.

The Tin Forest is an uplifting, humorous and touching show, full of visual invention, puppetry and musical fun… with mechanical birds, a wind-up circus and exotic animals of all shapes and sizes.

Age 4–11 (admission from age 3)All ages admitted Thursday 10.30am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


TOM THUMBProduced by DNAWednesday 29 June–Sunday 3 JulySee diary at back for timesRunning time 50 minutes

English/Australian puppetry company DNA Puppetry & Visual Theatre present England’s oldest tale of a tiny hero in changing times. Follow Tom’s magical journey from wizard Merlin and the Fairy Queen to his quest from King Arthur to defeat a fearsome dragon!

“When it comes to making children’s theatre, it’s clear DNA Puppetry and Visual Theatre are part of the upper crust” childrenstheatrereviews.com

Age 4-9 (admission from age 3)All ages admitted Thursday 10.30am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows



SNOW QUEENProduced by StoryboxThursday 21–Sunday 24 JulySee diary at back for timesRunning time 50 minutes

There is a world of snow which is beautiful but very cold. Gerda’s world is warm and full of flowers. Is she strong enough to find her friend Kay, who has lost himself in the palace of the Snow Queen? She begins her long journey.

This evocative production retains all the beauty and magic of one of Hans Christian Andersen’s best loved tales.

Age 4–12 (admission from age 3)All ages admitted Thursday 11am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows



PUSS IN BOOTSProduced by Lyngo TheatreWednesday 13–Sunday 17 July See diary at back for timesRunning time 50 minutes

Would you trust a talking cat? You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a prince just like the hero of this story, brought to vivid life on our incredible sloping stage by Patrick Lynch from Cbeebies.

Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors he’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. With a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts come and see this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers!

Age 3-8All ages admitted Thursday 10.30am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


CAKEProduced by Whalley Range All StarsTuesday 26–Thursday 28 JulySee diary at back for timesRunning time 30 minutes

CAKE takes to the kitchen to tell a story of valour and bravery as fresh as lemon scented washing up liquid. A brand new object-theatre show for children and familes.

“funny and surreal performances ... the ever excellent Whalley Range All Stars” The Guardian

Age 4–11 (admission from age 3)All ages admitted Thursday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessions



3 LITTLE PIGSProduced by Stuff and NonsenseFriday 29–Sunday 31 JulySee diary at back for timesRunning time 55 minutes

“...You can huff and puff all you like, you’re still not getting in!”

Building your own home is not actually very easy, the three little pigs discover. What’s the best material to use? Will it keep out the rain? Will it be Wolf Proof!!!

This new show from the unswervingly energetic Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company is 55 minutes of puppets, music, comedy and thrills!

Stuff and Nonsense Theatre Company’s 3 Little Pigs follows in the footsteps of the company’s hit shows The Little Red Hen, The Enormous Turnip, The Elves and The Shoemaker and The Hare and The Tortoise.

Age 2–7All ages admitted Saturday 11am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


ISABEL’S WELLProduced by Topsy TurvyFriday 5–Sunday 7 AugustSee diary at back for timesRunning time 65 minutes

I know a girlI’d like you to meet herShe’ll give you a smileWhenever you greet herShe’s got a secretThat she wants to tellHer name is Isabel… and she has a well.

Written especially for children aged 3–7, and told with their own captivating blend of energetic storytelling, hand-crafted puppets, enchanting scenery and original music, Isabel’s Well is a journey into a child’s imagination… where anything is possible!

Age 3–7All ages admitted Friday 11am & Sunday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows



RUBY FLEW TOO! Produced by Topsy TurvyTuesday 2–Thursday 4 August See diary at back for timesRunning time 55 minutes

Once upon a time, upon a nest, there lived…Ruby! Follow one duckling’s journey as she finds her feet… all in her own time. Written especially for children, Ruby Flew Too! is brought to life using stunning scenery, original music, hand-made puppets and delightful storytelling.

“Topsy Turvy have done a great job of adapting Ruby Flew Too! for the theatre. Their ingeniously-staged show is packed with playful puppetry and engaging songs. It was lovely to see Ruby spreading her wings and soaring smoothly from page to stage” Jonathan Emmett

Age 2–7All ages admitted Wednesday 11am & Thursday 11am£10 / £8 children & concessions


ODDLYProduced by Norwich Puppet TheatreTuesday 9–Friday 12 AugustSee diary at back for timesRunning time 45 minutes

A fun tale based on the much-loved children’s book written by author Joyce Dunbar. Norwich Puppet Theatre’s adaptation visually reimagines the story with a magical mix of puppetry, visual tricks, masks and original music.

This story is about a curious boy from the city who sets off in search of three unusual creatures. Deep in a strange and tranquil forest he discovers the Lostlet, the Strangelet and the Oddlet. Together the new friends find surprising ways to make their hopes, dreams and wishes come true.

Age 3–8All ages admitted Wednesday 11am & Friday 11am£10 / £8 children and concessionsFriday Fives: all tickets £5 for 5pm shows


ARNOLD'S BIG ADVENTUREProduced by Tessa BideSaturday 27–Monday 29 AugustSee diary at back for timesRunning time 45 minutes

Gather under the branches for the biggest day in the woodland calendar, Drop Day! Arnold the acorn is about to drop from his tree and begin his amazing adventure in search of somewhere to put down his roots. Taking place in a special bell tent, Arnold’s Big Adventure features beautiful shadow puppetry, wonderful original music to sing along to and plenty of thrilling surprises along the way...

“Tessa Bide understands children in a way that can’t be taught” Children’s Theatre Reviews

This performance will be held at our Little Angel Studios, see back of brochure for map

Age 3–10All ages admitted Saturday 10.30am & Monday 10.30am£10 / £8 children and concessions


FOR CHILDREN & ADULTS

FRANKENSTEINProduced by Little Angel Youth TheatreThursday 17 March (7pm) & Friday 18 March (6pm & 7.30pm)Running time 40 minutes

Little Angel Youth Theatre present their own unique interpretation of Mary Shelley’s classic tale. A scientist discovers the secret of animating matter and energizes a monstrous creature, which proceeds to wreak havoc on his life and that of everyone he loves. Working with professional theatre director and puppet maker Oliver Hymans, the young company have devised, designed and made the puppets in this original production.

[Jabberwocky] “The puppetry throughout is of top quality, as might be expected from young people learning theatre-making in this building.” Total Theatre

Age 8–adultTickets £5/£3

FOR ADULTS

THE MAN OF THE CROWD Produced by Little Devils Tuesday 22 & Wednesday 23 March (8pm)Running time 40 minutes

“There are some secrets which do not permit themselves to be told. Men die nightly in their beds, wringing the hands of ghostly confessors.”

‘Little Devils’ is our adult puppet company aimed at amateurs who want to work in a professional setting to create new and exciting puppet theatre.

Working with professional theatre director and puppet maker Oliver Hymans the company have worked together to devise, design and make the puppets in their original production of the ghostly short story by Edgar Allan Poe using life size puppets and live video projection.

For adultsTickets £5/£3

LITTLE ANGEL YOUTH THEATRE & LITTLE DEVILS COMPANY

SHOWS FOR LITTLE PEOPLE

CIRCLES IN THE SAND PRODUCED BY TAM TAM THEATREMonday 15 February 10.30am / 1pm / 3pmAge 0-3Circles in the sandTouch…Feel…Play…Explore, discover and play in the sand. At the end of the show, children are invited to explore, discover and play in the sand themselves.£10 / £8 children and concessionsChildren need a ticket from 12 months

WHERE CATERPILLARS GO PRODUCED BY TRAVELLED COMPANIONSTuesday 16 February 11am / 1pm / 3pmAge 2–5A thoughtful look at the cycle of life, explored within a garden where almost everything is made from paper. Watch seeds fly, fall and sprout, and shoots spiral and uncurl. Chase leaves and butterflies as they flutter by in this lively garden that pops up before your eyes! Includes an interactive play session! £10 / £8 children and concessionsAll ages admitted (children need a ticket from 12 months)

CLAYTIMEPRODUCED BY INDEFINITE ARTICLESFriday 19 February 10.30am / 1pm / 3.30pmSaturday 20 February 11am / 2pmAges 3–6A play with clay, where the children give the actors ideas for a story — to be literally formed before their eyes! Children are invited to play together and make their own clay creations on stage alongside the performers.£10 / £8 children and concessionsAll ages admitted (children need a ticket from 12 months )

DUVET DAYSaturday 2 & Sunday 3 April 10am / 11.45 / 2pm / 3.45pmAge 0–18 monthsWe’re staying in bed all day. So put on your snuggliest pyjamas, bring your very best toy, and crawl inside the blanket fort to play — it’s duvet day! With puppets and original stories to share with your little ones in a multi-sensory theatre experience.£10 Adult + baby / £10 additional adult / £5 additional child

Join us in our new Little Angel Studios for four interactive events, perfect for babies, early years and young children

Boost your child’s creativity this spring half term and Easter; create a story with clay, perform with puppets and get ready for a duvet day! We’re transforming our Little Angel Studios into the perfect sensory experience for your young child. Let your child play, create and enjoy the different textures and creative possibilities hidden in sand, paper, cloth and clay.

Make the most of school holidays and get creative!Little Angel Theatre runs a variety of activities over the school holidays, like crafty days for you and your children, or one-day Fundays and workshops, as well as week-long puppet making and performing projects, just for children. There is plenty to get involved in during every school break.

FEBRUARY HALF TERMONE DAY FUNDAYSAGES 5-11, CHILDREN ONLYCome and spend the day with us. Watch a show, make some puppets, and learn how to use them – all in one day! Wednesday 17 February: Old Mother Hubbard Funday

Thursday 18 February: Curious Creatures Funday10.30am–4pm£45/£30 concessions

EASTER HOLIDAYS HANDA’S HEN EASTER EGGSTRAVIGANZA CRAFTY DAY AGES 2+ WITH ACCOMPANYING ADULTSTake part in some eggcellent crafty activities linked to the story. Your ticket entitles you to drop in and out during the 3 hour slot that suits you best. NB – Tickets for the show are sold separately. Friday 25 March 1.30pm–4.30pm Saturday 26 March 10am–1pm or 1.30pm– 4.30pm£7.50 per child, £4.50 per adult

ONE DAY FUNDAYAGES 5-11. CHILDREN ONLYMonday 4 April, 10.30am–4pmThe Magic Beanstalk Funday – see the show then make a puppet£45/£30 concessions

EASTER HOLIDAY PUPPET PASSPORT (AGES 5+)Come and travel the world of international puppetry. Learn about different puppet styles from around the world and then make your own. Come for one day, two days, three days or… travel with us for all 4! Tuesday 29 March – Friday 1st April

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

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10am-4pm daily1 day £45 / 2 days £80 / 3 days £117 / 4 days £150Concessions: 1 day £30 / 2 days £55 / 3 days £78 / 4 days £100

MAY HALF TERMWE’RE GOING ON A PUPPET SAFARI HALF TERM HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS AGES 5-11Go wild with us on a week of animal puppet making! Come for one day, two days, three days or… safari with is for all 4, making a different animal puppet each day. Tuesday 31 May–Friday 3 June, 10am–4pm daily1 day £45 / 2 days £80 / 3 days £117 / 4 days £150Concessions: 1 day £30 / 2 days £55 / 3 days £78 / 4 days £100

SUMMER HOLIDAYS MONSTERS SPRITES AND FAIRIES SUMMER HOLIDAY WORKSHOPSAGES 5-11Explore your imagination during this week of magical fantasy puppet making! Come for one day, two days, three days or… come for all 4 days and make a different puppet each day. Monday 25–Thursday 28 July, 10am–4pm daily1 day £45 / 2 days £80 / 3 days £117 / 4 days £150Concessions: 1 day £30 / 2 days £55 / 3 days £78 / 4 days £100

ACTING WITH PUPPETS SUMMER SCHOOLAGES 7-11 AND 11-17Do you love theatre, drama and acting? Come and work with us for 4 days, learning some puppetry skills along the way, and showcase your work at the end of the week.Age 7–11 Monday 1–Thursday 4 AugustAge 11–17 Monday 8–Thursday 11 AugustDaily 10.30am–4.30pm£150 per person/£100 concessions

If you are looking for something a little more regular than just the school holidays, then why not try one of our weekly clubs. All clubs involve making puppets inspired by one of our shows, followed by developing a short play for performance at the end of term using these puppets.

SATURDAY PUPPET CLUB AGES 5-7 AND 8-11Term inspired by We’re Going on a Bear Hunt 30 April–9 July, Saturday mornings

AFTER SCHOOL PUPPET CLUB AGES 5-8Term inspired by We’re Going on a Bear Hunt 27 April–6 July, Wednesdays after school

LITTLE ANGEL YOUTH THEATRE AGES 11-17Working with professional puppetry directors and makers, youth theatre members make puppets, learn puppetry performance skills and create a show. 30 April–9 July, Saturday afternoons

All clubs cost £105 per person per term (£70 concessions), and include a show visit

WEEKLY CLUBS FOR CREATIVE KIDS

Something for the grown-upsLITTLE ANGEL LATES

BIRDHEARTPresented by Julian Crouch & Saskia Lane, as part of manipulate FestivalSaturday 13 February, 7pm & 8.30pmRunning time 45 minutes

Julian Crouch and Saskia Lane’s BIRDHEART – An intimate piece of animated theatre with a sheet of brown paper and a box of sand. A show about transformation, loneliness, and the urge to fly. Through a series of animated images built in front of the audiences’ eyes BIRDHEART creates something achingly beautiful from the humblest of beginnings.

This performance is part of manipulate Visual Theatre Festival 2016

£12/£10 concessions

THE LEGEND OF THE HOLY DRINKERPresented by Platform 4, in association with TraumstadtThursday 18 & Friday 19 February, 8pmRunning time 1 hour 40 minutes

A bar in the Rue de Tournon, Paris; it is 2am; closing time, but two street performers persuade a tired landlady to give them one ‘last’ drink and to hear their story.

‘Listen…. It is springtime, here in Paris, and under one of the bridges that cross the river Seine sleeps Andreas… that is his name, Andreas …’

Three performers, one puppet, a ukulele and an accordion, songs, dance, a bar, the night, a drink or two … and ‘The Legend of the Holy drinker’.


Enjoy an evening at Little Angel Theatre for shows designed with grown-ups in mind. Our bar will be open before the show so join us and get ready for inspiring, unique and unforgettable theatre.

TATTERDEMALIONPresented by Flabbergast TheatreThursday 25-Saturday 27 February, 8pmRunning time 1 hour

Hilarious, absurd and often magical, this show juxtaposes themes of loneliness and belonging with joy and exhilaration. Pathos, dark humour and Victorian aesthetics combine to create a wonderful and mysterious backdrop to a poetic and surreal journey (with more than a little silliness thrown in for good measure).

Arts Award Voice


LAB RAT Presented by Genius Sweatshop and Nearly There YetFriday 1 April, 8pmRunning time 1 hour

Spencer will do anything to provide for his daughter. So when he signs up for clinical trials of the new miracle drug Mentexpanol, it’s too good to be true, just pop pill and wait for the generous compensation payments. Spencer is the perfect textbook specimen... apart from some rather strange side effects. Just how far will he go for his Daughter?

Created for The Little Angel Firsts Festival 2015 and kindly supported by Arts Council England, Jacksons Lane and Hoxton Hall.


WEEKLY COURSES FOR GROWN UPSPUPPETRY FOUNDATION COURSE Designed for absolute beginners, it is open to all those who have always wanted to have a go at puppetry but never had the opportunity to do so. Explore a variety of different puppet forms and learn the basics of puppet manipulation and making over 10 weeks. Tuesday evenings, 7.30–9.30pm3 May–12 July£195 / £135 concessions

DESIGNING, MAKING AND PERFORMING LARGE SCALE PUPPETSLearn about the art of creating giant puppets suitable for carnivals, festivals,

Ticket informationAll termly course fees include seeing a show and post-show Q&A, and a backstage tour. For full details visit littleangeltheatre.com.

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parades and large scale work. Try out techniques and explore methods with experts in the field over 10 weeks. Wednesday evenings, 7.30–9.30pm4 May–13 July£195 / £135 concessions

MAKING AND PERFORMING MOVING MOUTH PUPPETSThis 10 week course will give you the opportunity to make a muppet-style moving mouth puppet, and teach you how to use it effectively in performance. Thursday evenings, 7.30–9.30pm 5 May–14 July£195 / £135 concessions

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Throughout the year we offer a range of training for professionals at different levels of their career development. Some courses require existing puppetry skills, some are open to beginners and those working in associated industries, such as theatre, animation and film. Our training opportunities can also be useful for teachers, workshop leaders, educationalists and therapists. This programme is supported by the Paul Hamlyn Foundation.

Visit Creative Learning on the Little Angel Theatre website for more detailed information and updated training opportunities.

All workshops take place at the Little Angel Studios unless stated.

AN INTRODUCTION TO PERFORMING LIVE ANIMATION WITH THE PAPER CINEMAWith Nicholas Rawling, Imogen Charleston and Christopher Reed, The Paper CinemaSunday 28 February, 10am–5pm, £50An introduction to techniques created by

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BEHIND CLOSED DOORSWith Peter Glanville, Artistic Director Polka TheatreSunday 22 May, 10am–5pm, £50An opportunity to explore the devising and directing process of Peter Glanville, Director of Polka Theatre. Former Artistic Director of Little Angel Theatre and director of the adaptation of Michael Rosen’s We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, Little Angel’s celebrated summer production. How are visual narratives developed? How do you create a puppet theatre adaptation from a book? How do you develop characters?

PUPPETRY AND WRITERS EVENING SESSIONWith Rachel Warr, Dramaturg and Artistic Director Dotted Line TheatreMonday 13 June, 7–10pm, £10An evening of practical work and discussions for puppetry practitioners, writers and dramaturgs, exploring writing and developing work for puppets. Open to all. “So much food for thought - went away and tested my scripts against what I heard. Brilliant!”

The Paper Cinema. You will learn the basics of designing puppets, storytelling, puppet manipulation and performance. You will also learn about sound effects/foley and music direction for the piece made in the session. Plus Q&A with the artists.

AN INTRODUCTION TO PUPPETRY PERFORMANCE With Oliver Smart, Folded FeatherSunday 6 March, 10am–5pm, £85/£55 concessionsDiscover the essential skills you need to bring puppets and objects to life. A fun introduction to the art of the puppeteer and a springboard to the world of professional development and training at Little Angel Theatre.

AN INTRODUCTION TO PUNCH AND JUDY PERFORMANCEWith ‘Prof’ Glyn EdwardsSunday 15 May, 10am–5pm, £50The Punch & Judy College Professors - “as academic as a school of whales and as organised as a string of sausages” - is a group of world-travelled experts in the slapstick silliness of the Punch & Judy Show. Unleash your inner anarchist and take a day trip into the world-turned-upside-down of Mr. Punch and his rule breaking, convention flouting wooden cast. (Trigger warning: crocodiles)

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MARIONETTE CARVING COURSEWith John Roberts, PuppetCraft TheatreMonday 27 June–Friday 1 July, 10am–6pm Daily in the Little Angel Theatre Workshop, £350A rare opportunity to learn marionette carving from this Master Puppeteer Produce a fully functioning puppet to take away with you. “I can’t believe that I ended up with a complete puppet of such quality … My thanks to John for his teaching, patience and puppet making secrets and to the Little Angel for running such a brilliant and useful course!”

WORKING AS ONE: 3 PERSON PUPPET ANIMATIONWith Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié, Gyre & GimbleSunday 3 July, 10am–5pm, £50Use play and improvisation to expand your awareness in performance, whilst working in groups to imbue thought, emotion and physics into a single puppet. Having met while performing in the original production of War Horse, Finn Caldwell and Toby Olié were made associate directors of the show. They went on to create puppetry for Tori Amos’s musical The Light Princess and co-directed The Elephantom.

SCHOOLS/TEACHERS/EDUCATORS/ YOUTH WORKERS/THERAPISTS We can run training at your venue for your team on the use of puppetry in educational and therapeutic settings, including making, performing and storytelling. We also run training sessions at the Little Angel Studios. Our next workshops for teachers and educators are on 21 January and 28 April, where we will be teaching educators how to make puppets. Please contact us to book an INSET session in school or find out more about our in-house training. [email protected]

PUPPET SPACEWednesdays 17 February / 20 April / 14 September, 7–9.30pmRegular networking event at open to everyone interested in all things puppetry related #puppetgathering. Free to attend but tickets need to be booked through our Box Office.

SCHOOLS ANDTEACHERSWe can come into your school and run puppetry workshops with your class. Email [email protected] for more information or see the Creative Learning section of our website.

We can also run in-school training for your team on the use of puppetry in educational settings, including making, performing and storytelling. We also run training sessions at the theatre, our next workshops for teachers are 21 January and 28 April, where we will be teaching educators how to make puppets. Please contact us to book an INSET session in school or find out more about our in house training.

LITTLE ANGEL ON TOURYou can see even more of our productions on tour. Visit our website for more details of where and when we’ll be in a theatre near you. Follow us on Twitter for regular updates @LittleATheatre

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ENRICH YOUR EXPERIENCE FROM £5 PER MONTHJoin our Company of Angels to take advantage of a range of new member benefits, including exemption from the card transaction fee when making purchases, and a Local Discount Card offering fantastic reductions for restaurants, cafés and shops. Find out more at our website littleangeltheatre.com/angels or by calling 020 7226 1787. For more information email [email protected].

Beyond membership, there are many ways for individuals to support Little Angel Theatre. Guardian Angels provide major gifts from £1,000 and above. You can also make a donation to celebrate a special occasion or honour the memory of a loved one, arrange corporate match giving through your employer, choose to remember us in your will, or offer your expertise or resources. For more information [email protected].

‘I wanted to help the theatre continue to thrive. This is why I became a member.’Arch Angel member

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Owl 10.30am Pelly 1pm / 5pm Life in Puppets 7pm

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Elves 10.30am / 1pm

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Elves 11am / 2pm Birdheart 7pm / 8.30pm

Elves 11am AA / 2pm

Old Mother Hubbard 11am AA / 2pm

Old Mother Hubbard 11am / 2pm

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Curious Creatures 11am / 2pm Holy Drinker 8pm

Curious Creatures 11am / 2pm Holy Drinker 8pm

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Rumpel 10.30am AA / 1pm Tatterdemalion 8pm

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Tin Forest 10.30am / 1pm

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Ruby Flew Too! 11am / 2pm

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Isabel’s Well 11am AA / 2pm / 5pm

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Oddly 11am / 2pm

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Book online atlittleangeltheatre.com

or call our box office on

020 7226 1787

Little Angel Theatre is the perfect venue to host your special occasion.

With birthday party packages starting from just £8 per child it’s a perfect place for a celebration surrounded by puppets.

As well as our intimate theatre, we also have a range of studio spaces available for private hire situated in the heart of Islington. We have previously hired out our space for location filming, birthday parties, conferences and book launches, and would love to hear about your event.

Email [email protected] to find out more.

BIRTHDAYPARTIES & HIRES

INFORMATIONHOW TO BOOK Book tickets via our website or by calling box office on 020 7226 1787. Opening hours for booking by phone or in person are 10am–5pm weekdays, 10am-4pm weekends. The theatre opens half an hour before shows for ticket collection. We always recommend advance booking. All Ages and Relaxed performances are not available online – call box office.

AGE POLICYOur family shows always have a minimum age for admission: babies and children under the stated age are only admitted at All Ages performances (note that these are not adapted performances and that children over 12 months require a ticket). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (16+) at all times. Shows for adults may have specific age guidance, but under-fives are never admitted.

TICKETS Child/concession prices are available for: children under 16, full-time students, senior citizens (60+), and those in receipt of unemployment or disability benefits. Free companion tickets available for adults who require someone to accompany them. Please note disability concessions and companion tickets are not available online – call to book. There is a 10% discount for groups of 10+ (full-price shows only). Tickets for schools and educational groups are usually £6 per person, with one free adult for every 10 children. There is a £1.80 transaction fee for all card payments made online, by phone or in person. Tickets are held at the box office for collection. Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded.

SEATING AND ACCESS Seating is unallocated, but we ask our audience to help ushers ensure that all children have a good view. Wheelchair spaces must be booked in advance by phone, and we can reserve seats for audience members with access requirements – call box office.

LOCATIONLittle Angel Theatre14 Dagmar PassageOff Cross StreetLondon N1 2DNT. 020 7226 1787 www.littleangeltheatre.com

TRANSPORT Tube: Angel (Northern Line) or Highbury & Islington (Victoria Line)Bus: Essex Road 38, 56, 73, 341Upper Street 4, 19, 30, 43Train: Essex Road or Highbury and Islington

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