Michael Morpurgo’s Mimi and the Mountain Dragon is a great production. It is described as a family theatre show full of adventure, snow, dragons, lively songs and magical puppets and it is nothing less than that. As we walked into the auditorium we were taken aback by the wintery yet Christmassy … [Read more...]
Sleeping Beauty at Theatre Royal Stratford Theatre
This year Theatre Royal Stratford presents Sleeping Beauty. As usual, Stratford East have added their own twist to the traditional story. It was recognisable, but this production was quirky and embraced diversity at all levels. Each cast member brought something special to the table, whether that be … [Read more...]
A Christmas Carol at Rayne Theatre | Chickenshed Theatre
As the Christmas season begins, what better way to start it off than to watch the new musical version of Charles Dickens’ classic tale, A Christmas Carol, at the Chickenshed. This is a great production, one that my little boy and I really enjoyed. As you’d expect the ghost from the … [Read more...]
32 Peak Street at Tristan Bates Theatre | Camden Fringe
As I sat in the small and cosy auditorium of probably around 30 people in the Tristan Bates Theatre to watch 32 Peak Street, I was intrigued by the very simple but dark stage set. There were a few splashes of colour. In fact, yellow flowers on top of the piano and a green file, is all that I … [Read more...]
Rufus Longbottom and the Space Rabbit at Stratford Circus Arts Centre
Rufus Longbottom and the Space Rabbit is a story of friendship and family. Rufus Longbottom, in his cotton striped pyjamas, is played by Simon Prag. Rufus Longbottom is a wheelchair-bound elderly gentleman, who lives in the Tandaria Care Home for the elderly. He lives there with fellow residents who … [Read more...]
Review of Kika’s Birthday at Little Angel Theatre
Danyah Miller loves performing and storytelling. This was absolutely obvious when I watched Kika’s Birthday at the Little Angel Theatre with my six-year-old boy. A story about Kika, a little French mouse, who is going to be 5 years old! Her family has planned a birthday surprise. The decorated … [Read more...]
Review of Michael Rosen’s Chocolate Cake at Polka Theatre
Chocolate cake… yum, who does not love chocolate cake! This 50-minute production of Chocolate Cake is absolutely delightful, it tickled all of my senses. Well done Polka Theatre. From the moment it starts, it captivates the young audience, making a number of them feel very special. Even though … [Read more...]