Puppetry
Who doesn’t love puppets? Sooty and Sweep, Punch and Judy… Even the Thunderbirds! Check out our reviews of productions which include our animated friends in this section.
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Interview: A twist on an ancient tale for a modern world
Basil Twist talks about Book of Mountain and Seas There is some top talent heading to the Edinburgh International Festival this summer, perhaps none more legendary in their field than designer Basil Twist, whose puppetry work on My Neighbour Totoro…
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Interview: Camden Fringe’s most far flung show?
Mini Moon’s Children’s Show Lifts Off – To Mars! For Camden Fringe 2025 we are attempting to reach 100 interviews to highlight as many of the shows performing as we possibly can. Every day, we will publish new interviews, so…
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Review: War Horse, New Wimbledon Theatre
A gasp-inducing, gut-wrenching show that puts humanity into the horrors of war: we could all learn a lesson or two from Joey and Albert.
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Review: Dic Dic Chang Chang Playground, Edfringe
A charming introduction to Cantonese Opera, with engaging physicality, gorgeous costumes and no small amount of fun!
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Review: Our Cosmic Dust, Park Theatre
A touching tale of stars and sorrow, brought to life with stunning puppetry, that tugs at the heartstrings but frustrates the brain.
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Review: Overheard in a Tower Block, Little Angel Theatre
A show full of poetry and potential, with joyful glimpses of the magic that it’s capable of.
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Review: The Koala Who Could, Unicorn Theatre
A beautifully designed, marvellously musical and motivating story of a Koala who learns he can do more than he thinks he can.