The acclaimed stage adaptation of Ross Collins’ much-loved picture book There’s a Bear on My Chair is returning to London’s Southbank Centre this Christmas 2026.
There’s a Bear on My Chair is playing at the Queen Elizabeth Hall at the Southbank Centre from 9 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.
Book tickets to There’s a Bear on My Chair – London
Inventive puppetry by Toby Olié
The mischievous world of Bear and Mouse is brought lovingly to the stage by visionary director and designer Toby Olié.
Known for his award-winning work on The BFG, Spirited Away and War Horse, Olié uses inventive puppetry to capture the charm and humour of the original story.
Bear and Mouse
In the story, a Bear has settled in his favourite chair – and it just isn’t big enough to share! Mouse tries all kinds of tactics to move the pesky Bear, but nothing seems to work. Before long, the tables are turned, and Bear finds himself with an unwelcome guest of his own… the cheeky Mouse won’t leave his house!
The show is produced by award-winning children’s theatre company Fuel!
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Plan your visit
- Theatre: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, London
- Dates: 9 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
- Performance days: Monday – Thursday at 10.30am, Friday – Sunday at 10.30am and 1.30pm
- Age recommendation: Ages 2-7
- Running time: 50 minutes (no interval)
- Tickets: Now on sale
Queen Elizabeth Hall, London
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