Little Angel Theatre Announces Spring/Summer 2025 Season

Little Angel Theatre has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2025 season, promising an exciting mix of world premieres, beloved classics, and innovative new projects. The season features three brand-new shows for audiences of varying ages, alongside the return of popular productions and outreach initiatives that continue to cement Little Angel Theatre’s reputation as a leader in family theatre.

The Company has been inspiring imaginations through the magic of puppetry since 1961. Renowned for its innovative productions for children and families, Little Angel Theatre creates groundbreaking shows at its home venues and tours nationally and internationally. Alongside its performances, the Company offers participatory activities in schools and communities, a Children’s Puppetry Festival, and a free digital programme on YouTube. Dedicated to preserving puppetry’s heritage while pushing its boundaries, Little Angel Theatre provides unforgettable theatre experiences for audiences of all ages.

New Productions

Overheard in a Tower Block (Ages 7+)

Former Children’s Laureate and award-winning writer Joseph Coelho brings his vivid poetry collection to the stage for the first time. This poignant tale of growing up in the city, with a touch of myth and magic, promises to captivate audiences. Overheard in a Tower Block runs from 24 May to 27 July 2025.

“Expect mystical statues, chained gods, and a block of flats that hides secrets,” says Coelho.

Krafty the Urban Fox: Tales from the Tower Block (Ages 3-5)

Running alongside Overheard in a Tower Block, this charming new show follows the nocturnal adventures of an urban fox and friends navigating city life. (Krafty The Urban Fox: Tales from the Tower Block runs from 24 May to 27 July 2025.

A Squash and a Squeeze (Ages 3-8)

The Olivier-nominated team behind The Smartest Giant in Town and Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book (currently in the West End) brings Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s joyful classic, A Squash and a Squeeze to life on stage. The show premieres at Little Angel Studio before embarking on a UK tour. (1 February – 27 April 2025)

Returning Favourites

The Paper Dolls (Ages 3-8)

Julia Donaldson’s touching tale about childhood, memory, and magic returns in this co-production with Polka Theatre. The Paper Dolls runs from 17 May – 20 July 2025.

Little Angel Theatre’s Miniature Travelling Circus (Ages 2-5)

Back by popular demand, this delightful show offers young audiences a spellbinding circus experience. Little Angel Theatre’s Miniature Travelling Circus runs from 15 February to 19 April 2025.

Innovative Outreach Initiatives

The Prison Project

As part of its Suitcase Shows series, Little Angel Theatre brings small-scale performances into prisons, helping children reconnect with incarcerated family members through storytelling and puppetry during family days.

Story of Stories

This engaging primary school project sparks young imaginations by encouraging Key Stage 2 students to brainstorm and bring stories to life using props and puppets.

A Message from the Creative Team

Artistic Director Samantha Lane and Executive Director Peta Swindall shared their excitement for the new season:

“We are thrilled to share our Spring/Summer 2025 season – a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and the magic of puppetry. From Joseph Coelho’s poignant adaptation to the joyful premiere of Julia Donaldson’s A Squash and a Squeeze, our lineup promises to captivate audiences of all ages. We’re also proud to continue making theatre accessible through projects like The Prison Project and Story of Stories, inspiring children to unleash their imaginations.”

Looking Ahead

Little Angel Theatre’s commitment to storytelling and creativity ensures that their Spring/Summer 2025 season will inspire and delight audiences while continuing to push the boundaries of what puppetry can achieve.

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