At our venues
We perform at two venues – Little Angel Theatre and Little Angel Studios. Plan your visit >
We welcome school groups to all our shows on weekdays in term time.
The Paper Dolls
A Little Angel Theatre and Polka Theatre co-production
Dates: 10 May – 20 Jul 2025
For EYFS, KS1 & KS2 / For ages 3 – 8
When a little girl cuts out a string of paper dolls she takes them by the hand and together they go on a fantastical adventure whirling through their home and garden. Ticky, Tacky, Jackie the Backie, Jim with two noses and Jo with the bow fly through time and tear across worlds of fun and excitement.
They face the Jurassic clutches of a toy dinosaur and the snapping jaws of the oven-glove crocodile, and then a very real boy with very real scissors threatens to snip their adventure short…
Age Guidance
The Paper Dolls is aimed at ages 3-8. Our shows for this age group have storylines that can be followed and enjoyed by 3-4-year olds, but may also use slightly more complex ideas, humour, dialogue or song lyrics that older children will get more out of.
There is nothing really scary in these shows but they can be a bit more dramatic than those for the youngest children, including in their use of sound and lighting, and characters may face some perils.
How does it link to the curriculum?
English: Author Study Julia Donaldson
PSHE: Feeling sad, loss and grief. Ways of expressing how you feel and dealing with emotions.
Topic – Toys
How to Book
Tickets for school groups are £7 for each adult and each child, or £8.50 for fee-paying schools and nurseries. These rates are only available on weekdays before 3pm during Islington term time. Free adult tickets are available for children who need 1:1 support.
Before requesting a booking, please check dates, times and availability here. Maximum school capacity for this show is 115 people per performance.
Please fill in our school booking enquiry form here.
Overheard in a Towerblock
A Little Angel Theatre production
Dates: 17 May – 27 Jul 2025
For KS2, KS3 & KS4 / For everyone over 7
A powerful and imaginative coming-of-age drama inspired by award-winning poet Joseph Coelho’s book, Overheard in a Tower Block. Step into the life of a young boy growing up in the heart of a vibrant and bustling city.
From the laughter of neighbours to whispered secrets and moments of quiet woe, this story invites you to listen closely to the rhythms of life in a world filled with challenges and surprises.
Discover how to find your way in a world that doesn’t always make sense.
Age guidance
On some shows we don’t give an upper age because we are recommending them for young people and adults too. Shows can be less suitable for children under the given ages for many reasons, including more mature themes, complexity of language and narrative, and subject matter or scenes that some may find scary or upsetting. We appreciate that everyone is different and age ranges can only be a rough guide, so it’s most important that you read all the guidance before booking for the child you would be bringing.
Please note that this is a new production which premieres in May. It is still in development and this page will be updated as we know more about the specifics of the show.
How does it link to the curriculum?
English: Literature, Poetry from lived experiences. Author Study, Joseph Coelho
PSHE: family, friendship, courage, and self-discovery
How to Book
Tickets for school groups are £7 for each adult and each child, or £8.50 for fee-paying schools and nurseries. These rates are only available on weekdays before 3pm during Islington term time. Free adult tickets are available for children who need 1:1 support.
Before requesting a booking, please check dates, times and availability here. Maximum school capacity for this show is 85 people per performance.
Please fill in our school booking enquiry form here.
Krafty the Urban Fox : Tales from the Towerblock
A Little Angel Theatre production
Dates: 17 May – 27 Jul 2025
For EYFS, KS1 / For ages 2 – 5
As the city settles under the glow of streetlights, Krafty sets out on a night-time adventure. Scavenging for snacks with Whiskers the cat, singing and grooving with Hoot the Owl; darting through the air with Bertie the Bat and sharing a quiet moment with Spike the hedgehog, each character teaches us about friendship and finding beauty in unexpected places.
Discover the wild side of the city, where every corner holds a story waiting to be told!
Age guidance
Krafty the Urban Fox: Tales from the Tower Block is aimed at ages 2-5. Our shows for this age group are lively but gentle, with simple stories and appealing characters. Small children are kept engaged with visual wonders and effective use of music and language.
Please note that this is a new production which premieres in May. It is still in development and this page will be updated as we know more about the specifics of the show.
How does it link to the curriculum?
English: storytelling, character development
Topic/Science: Animals, eco-systems, urban environments
PSHE: friendship, community, communication
How to Book
Tickets for school groups are £7 for each adult and each child, or £8.50 for fee-paying schools and nurseries. These rates are only available on weekdays before 3pm during Islington term time. Free adult tickets are available for children who need 1:1 support.
Before requesting a booking, please check dates, times and availability here. Maximum school capacity for this show is 95 people per performance.
Please fill in our school booking enquiry form here.
Schools Show Booking Enquiry Form
Please note that filling in this form does not mean you have a confirmed booking. Where possible, we will provisionally reserve the tickets you have requested. We will then need to contact you to finalise the booking, and we will invoice you when all details are confirmed. All reservations must be paid at least 7 days before the event.
The Paper Dolls – max. 115 people per show. Click here to view dates and times in a new tab.
Overheard in a Tower Block – max. 85 people per show. Click here to view dates and times in a new tab.
Krafty the Urban Fox: Tales from the Tower Block – max. 95 people per show. Click here to view dates and times in a new tab.
At your school
Sometimes we can bring one of our touring shows into your school. If so, that information will be found here.
For enquiries about Little Angel visting your school please fill in this enquiry form.
Did you know we also do school workshops?
Whether it is one of our curriculum focussed puppet workshops or you want a more bespoke offer, we have something suitable for all your students.
Can’t make it to our venues in person?
Watch Online
We have lots of exciting shows for you in our Watch, Make, Share series.
Our Home shows are free but if you enjoy them, please donate.
View all online shows or check out our YouTube Channel.
Online in your classroom
Online Show: Bertie
People behind the puppets
Over the past 60 years, a huge range of designers have brought their unique puppet designs to life on the Little Angel Theatre stage. In this new online series, Little Angel’s very own Little Angel puppet will meet and interview several different designers to find out more about their experiences of puppetry design and why they love working in the field.