Celebrating UK Puppetry: Little Angel Theatre’s Enchanting Winter Season
Championing world-class children’s art from London to audiences across the globe
Little Angel Theatre (LAT) has been one of the UK’s great cultural treasures since 1961 — a home of inventive storytelling, world-renowned puppetry, and magical theatre experiences for children and families. Their influence reaches far beyond their North London home, with productions touring nationally and internationally, delighting audiences and inspiring future artists around the world.
This year’s Winter Season continues that proud tradition, offering a rich blend of festive theatre, classic adaptations, early-years favourites and nationwide touring productions.
SANTA’S PUPPET WORKSHOP
29 November – 24 December, Little Angel Workshop, 41 Cross Street
Running time: 40 minutes
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This 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
Running time: 55 minutes | Ages 3–8
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A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry co-production
A musical adaptation of the best-selling book by Julia Donaldson and 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…
This heartwarming, hilarious story features puppets, enchanting songs, and the celebrated picture-book partnership of Donaldson and Scheffler. Adapted by Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane.
A Squash and a Squeeze (ages 3 – 8), currently touring the UK, is West End bound this Christmas to Leicester Square Theatre from 4 - 23 December.
THE STORM WHALE
Little Angel Studios: 22 Nov 2025 – 24 January 2026
Running time: 1h 15m (incl. interval) | Ages 4–8
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A moving adaptation based on the books by Benji Davies.
The story of Noi, a little boy who rescues a whale and forms a life-changing friendship, returns in this beautifully crafted production.
ME…
Little Angel Theatre: 15 November – 25 January 2026
Running time: 40 minutes | Ages 2–5
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Based on Emma Dodd’s bestselling picture book.
A gentle, shimmering story about family love, belonging and the big wide world.
LITTLE ANGEL ON THE ROAD
THE PAPER DOLLS
9 – 24 December, Hullabaloo, Darlington
Running time: 45 minutes | Ages 3–8
A Little Angel Theatre & Polka Theatre co-production.
A magical, fast-paced adventure with a string of paper dolls who whirl through worlds of danger and delight.
ROSIE ROBIN AND THE CHRISTMAS POST
The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead: 13 – 24 December 2025
Running time: 45 minutes | Ages 2–7
A tender puppetry-led Christmas story about teamwork, winter magic, and making sure no one is forgotten.
SCRUFF’S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
at Tobacco Factory, Bristol: 4 December 2025 – 4 January 2026
Running time: 35 minutes | Ages 3–6
A tail-wagging festive adventure filled with puppetry, humour and audience interaction as Scruff the puppy searches for the perfect Christmas gift.