Little Angel Theatre has announced a vibrant and heartwarming Autumn/Winter 2025 season, packed with returning favourites, festive treats, and touring productions that bring beloved picture books to life.
Highlights include the return of We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, Wow! Said the Owl, ME…, and The Storm Whale, alongside festive shows like Rosie Robin and the Christmas Post and Scruff’s Christmas Adventure.
Artistic Director Samantha Lane and Executive Director Peta Swindall said:
“We’re incredibly proud of this exciting and vibrant season, which celebrates the magic of puppetry and storytelling for all ages, particularly through bringing much-loved picture books to life on our stages. There’s something special for every family to enjoy. We’re also thrilled to take our work beyond our theatre walls… It’s a season full of joy, connection and imagination – and we can’t wait to share it.”
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt
Running 6 September – 8 November 2025 at Little Angel Theatre
Michael Rosen said:
“What a treat! Bear Hunt is back. I love this beautiful, funny, moving show with endearing puppets and great music. It’s a show that speaks to young and old about getting through things that might be hard.”
Wow! Said the Owl
Running 13 September – 8 November 2025 at Little Angel Studios
Tim Hopgood said:
“I’m thrilled that Little Angel Theatre are including Wow! Said The Owl in their Autumn/Winter season. Completely wow-worthy from start to finish!”
The Storm Whale
Running 22 November 2025 – 25 January 2026 at Little Angel Studios
Benji Davies said:
“So happy that The Storm Whale is returning to Little Angel, one of my favourite children’s theatres.”
ME…
Running 15 November 2025 – 25 January 2026 at Little Angel Theatre
Emma Dodd said:
“I am so delighted that Little Angel Theatre will be performing Me again this Christmas. The clever, tender, and beautiful way Little Angel bring the story to life is simply stunning.”
Touring Highlights
A Squash and a Squeeze tours the UK before a festive run at Leicester Square Theatre (4 – 23 December).
The Paper Dolls begins its UK tour at Chelmsford Theatre on 19 September, ending at Hullabaloo in December.
Festive Shows
Rosie Robin and the Christmas Post runs 13 – 24 December at The Old Town Hall, Hemel Hempstead.
Scruff’s Christmas Adventure runs 4 December – 4 January at Tobacco Factory, Bristol.
Suitcase Theatre
Bobbin’s Big Adventure, a new interactive puppet show, will tour five Kent prisons in October, continuing Little Angel’s commitment to reaching underserved audiences.
Listings and ticket information can be found here
