When it comes to eyes in the sunshine, I take no chances. Cheap imitations are all very well but you only get one pair of eyes and protecting them is key. People are too quick to buy any old plastic because it looks goods . I’d sooner but a fake watch than fake sunglasses. No harm done if it breaks. Continue Reading

We’ve just left one of my favourite places. The Little Angel Theatre in Islington is an intimate, friendly place that never fails to put on an excellent performance, whichever it is. An institution of excellence in puppetry since the 60’s, you can’t beat a visit to entertain both children and adults alike.  Continue Reading

  
This seasonal production of Julia Donaldson’s ( Gruffalo) ) Stick Man by the amazing Scamp Theatre company proved to be a real hit. Something for adults and children alike, they manage to add their usual sparkle yet again.
The three actors bring the Stick Man to life in imaginative style. With a smattering of good jokes, catchy songs, brilliant voices and live musical accompaniment, you can’t help but enjoy every minute.  Continue Reading

Today we were fortunate enough to take a second trip to Theatreland in as many weeks. Two weeks left of the school holidays and a heavily pregnant mummy and son have been out and about.

This visit has taken us to the Leicester Square Theatre to see the magical Scamp production of Tiddler and other Terrific Tales from Julia Donaldson and Axel Sheffler, creators of the Gruffalo. Continue Reading

We have just returned from a very successful day out to see the latest Stiles and Drew production of the classic 3 Little Pigs at the Palace Theatre. With Drew’s story aimed at adults and children alike, some really fun and funky tunes provided by Stiles, impressive choreography by Ewan Jones and a pretty good set by Jason Denvir, there is something for everyone. A smattering of jokes for the grown-ups and kids – the pigs are named Bar, Bee and Q, for example, the fifty minute extravaganza flew by. Continue Reading