SANTA’S PUPPET WORKSHOP
29 November – 24 December, Little Angel Workshop, 41 Cross Street 40 minutesThis magical immersive experience involves a chance to meet Santa, create a special craft with one of his busy elves, enjoy a magical screening of The Night Before Christmas, hop aboard Santa’s sleigh for a photo, and take home a surprise Christmas gift. Create joyful memories together in this warm and welcoming festive treat at Little Angel Theatre.
A SQUASH AND A SQUEEZE
4 – 23 December Leicester Square Theatre. 55 minutes. For ages 3 – 8
A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry co-production A musical adaptation of the best-selling book
Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze – written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler
Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage!
Once upon a time, a little old lady lived all by herself in her cosy cottage, but she wasn’t happy – her house felt just too small. Whatever could she do? Will the wise old man’s solution of bringing in a flappy, scratchy, greedy, noisy crowd of farmyard animals work? Join us for this heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs.
THE STORM WHALE
Little Angel Studio (22 Nov 2025 – 24 January 2026). 1hr 15 minutes (incl interval). For ages 4-8.
A Little Angel Theatre, York Theatre Royal, The Marlowe Theatre and Engine House co-production Based on the books by Benji Davies
Noi lives with his Dad and their six cats by the sea. One spring, while his Dad was busy at work, Noi rescued a little whale that washed up on the beach during a storm. There a friendship began that changed their lives forever.
The following winter Noi’s Dad takes one last trip in his fishing boat. Noi is alone once more and longs to see his friend again. He waits and watches, watches and waits… will it take another winter storm to bring them back together again?
Benji Davies’ tender and heart-warming children’s story of friendship, love and courage are brought to life as one enchanting theatre show.
Author Benji Davies said: So happy that The Storm Whale is returning to Little Angel, one of my favourite children’s theatres. It will be a joy to see this wonderful production and its cast bring the spirit of the books to life again!
Little Angel Theatre (15 November – 25 January 2026). 40 minutes. For ages 2-5
A Little Angel Theatre production Based on the book by Emma Dodd Adapted and directed by Samantha Lane
The world is a very big place, especially for a tiny baby penguin who is just finding his feet. The shimmering stars and glistening snow spin around our little hero, while the mountains tower high and the wind rushes to and fro. And although baby penguin may be small, her family know she’s the biggest thing of all. This early years favourite is a touching story about a parent and their love for their child by much loved children’s author Emma Dodd.
LITTLE ANGEL ON THE ROAD
THE PAPER DOLLS
9 – 24 December Hullabaloo, Darlington (full tour dates below) 45 minutes. For ages 3-8.
A Little Angel Theatre and Polka Theatre co-production Based on the original book by Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb
When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden. Ticky, Tacky, Jackie the Backie, Jim with two noses and Jo with the bow fly through time and tear across worlds of fun and excitement.
They face the Jurassic clutches of a toy dinosaur and the snapping jaws of the oven-glove crocodile, and then a very real boy with very real scissors threatens to snip their adventure short…
Tour Dates
19 – 21 September Chelmsford Theatre ; 27 – 28 September Norwich Theatre ; 8 – 11 October Capital Theatres ; 25 – 26 October North Wall, Oxford ; 27 Oct – 2 NovemberBristol Old Vic ; 7 – 9 November The Albany ; 22 – 23 November Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama ; 28 – 30 November Farnham Maltings; 9 – 24 December Hullabaloo, Darlington.
ROSIE ROBIN AND THE CHRISTMAS POST
The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead (13 – 24 December 2025) 45 minutes. For ages 2-7 A Little Angel Theatre Production
Welcome to the post office! It’s the busiest time of the year and the letters and parcels are piling up high. Rosie Robin is working hard delivering the Christmas Post. But, when a snowstorm sweeps through Clover Leaf Wood, the animals have to come together to make sure all the mail is delivered on time.
Blending puppetry, physical performance and song, this gentle, magical, heart-warming story is of one tiny Robin determined that no one is forgotten this Christmas.
SCRUFF’S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
Tobacco Factory, Bristol (4th December 2025 – 4th January 2026) 35 minutes (approx.) Ages 3 – 6 A Little Angel Theatre and The Old Town Hall co-production
It’s Christmas Eve, and Scruff the puppy can’t sleep. He whines and worries – how can a little dog like him find a totally paw-some gift for his owner? He doesn’t know where to start, let alone how to wrap it and get it under the tree in time for Christmas morning.
Join Scruff on a tail-wagging journey filled with magical puppetry, hilarious characters, and lots of audience interaction. Maybe you can help Scruff find the best possible gift just in time for Christmas!
The highly acclaimed Little Angel Theatre has teamed up with the Old Town Hall to present this interactive, and heart-warming show that’s paw-fect for the whole family.