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Aug
16
Fri
Lotte by Akimbo Theatre @ Jacksons Lane
Aug 16 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Lotte by Akimbo Theatre @ Jacksons Lane

Transmission Residency Series 
Jacksons Lane’s annual residencies and work-in-progress sharings of new circus and physical theatre returns, with tickets just £1

 

Lotte 
Akimbo Theatre 
Friday 16 Aug at 4pm 
Tickets: £1 
https://www.jacksonslane.org.uk/events/lotte/

1920’s Berlin. Eleven years before Disney made Snow White, German filmmaker Lotte Reiniger pioneered multiplane shadow puppetry and animation. 

Mixing theatre, dance, acrobatics, shadow puppetry and movement, Akimbo Theatre tell the story of Lotte Reiniger and her revolutionary work in film and animation, turning fairytales into feature-length magic.

Aug
31
Sat
Itch by Gildas Aleksa @ Jacksons Lane
Aug 31 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Itch by Gildas Aleksa @ Jacksons Lane

Transmission Residency Series 
Jacksons Lane’s annual residencies and work-in-progress sharings of new circus and physical theatre returns, with tickets just £1

Itch
Gildas Aleksa
Saturday 31 Aug at 4pm
Tickets: £1
https://www.jacksonslane.org.uk/events/itch/
We weren’t here before we were born, and we won’t be here after we die.
It’s terrifying, but at least we’re in this together.  

Itch is a new circus and theatre show that tackles our fear of death and the existential anxiety that grips us all. Blending philosophical and psychoanalytical ideas with juggling, acro dance and aerial dancing, Itch invites us to confront the ultimate truth of our mortality. 

Sep
8
Sun
Shoe Baby by Long Nose Puppets @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Shoe Baby by Long Nose Puppets @ Jacksons Lane

Sunday 8 September at 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £14 | Suitable for ages 2-6

Join Shoe Baby on a fantastical sing-along journey as this baby explores the sea, the air, and the zoo – all from the comfort of a shoe!  and featuring music by Tom Gray of Gomez, this 30-minute show is perfect for children aged 2-6. 

After the show, enjoy 20 minutes of play and fun activities including a shoe shop, a giant shoe, and a make-a-town scene. 

Sep
14
Sat
Musclebound by Rosy Carrick @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 14 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Musclebound by Rosy Carrick @ Jacksons Lane

Rosy’s onstage career is built on her gleeful frankness about her sex life with men. Now newly single at forty, and advising her teenage daughter about relationships, Rosy wonders if revisiting hyper-macho desires could restore her sexual power, or if there’s a more uncomfortable truth to face. 

“A startling, laugh out loud funny and erudite examination of age, relationships and female sexuality” — What’s On Stage 

Sep
22
Sun
The Museum of Marvellous Things by Practically Perfect Pictures @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 22 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Museum of Marvellous Things by Practically Perfect Pictures @ Jacksons Lane

Sunday 22 September at 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £14 | Suitable for ages 3-8

Welcome to The Museum of Marvellous Things, where the impossible happens! Discover stars in jars, catch moons like balloons and dance with Doo-Dahs in cages. Because this is a museum like no other – it’s made from the magic of your imagination – and you get to bring it alive. 

With giant puppets, magical effects, interactive storytelling, live original music and a chance to make your own special puppet. 

Sep
26
Thu
Brainfools Circus Scratch Night @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 26 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Brainfools Circus Scratch Night @ Jacksons Lane

Brainfools is back at Jacksons Lane this autumn with a one-off scratch night! Get ready to witness circus artists showcase their works-in-progress. These nights provide a rare opportunity for performers to test new material, receive live feedback, and refine their pieces based on audience reactions. 

Oct
11
Fri
Natalie Inside Out by Natalie Reckert and Mark Morreau @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 11 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Natalie Inside Out  by Natalie Reckert and Mark Morreau @ Jacksons Lane

Playful, beautiful and highly skilled, Natalie Inside Out is a unique collaboration between world-class hand-balancer Natalie Reckert and digital artist Mark Morreau, using technology and video projections to turn our conventional ideas of circus upside down and inside out. Literally. 

Oct
13
Sun
A Tiger’s Tale by M6 Theatre @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
A Tiger's Tale by M6 Theatre @ Jacksons Lane

Sunday 13 October at 11.30am & 2pm
Tickets: £14 | Suitable for ages 4+

M6 Theatre presents A Tiger’s Tale, a fantastical production by award-winning playwright Mike Kenny. Based on the true story of Fenella, the Holmfirth Tiger, this high-spirited show features circus, puppetry, live music, and song. Follow the unbelievable journey of acrobats and their adopted tiger cub from South Africa to West Yorkshire. 

Oct
19
Sat
Queer Euphoria 2 by Zaki Musa @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 19 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Queer Euphoria 2 by Zaki Musa @ Jacksons Lane

After a sold-out debut, Queer Euphoria returns this autumn with even more excitement. Curated by Associate Artist Zaki Musa, this showcase celebrates the boundless creativity and talent of queer visionaries in circus and cabaret. Each act is a bold testament to the creative vision of queer artists, defying convention and challenging the status quo. 

Oct
20
Sun
Ultimate Bubble Show by Ray Bubbles @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 20 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Ultimate Bubble Show by Ray Bubbles @ Jacksons Lane

Sunday 20 October at 11am & 2pm 
Tickets: £14 | Suitable for ages 1+ 
 
Join Ray, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, on his quest to complete the bubble game and create the ultimate bubble. This fast-paced show is brimming with high energy and surprises as Ray uses various gases to craft incredible bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays.

Oct
24
Thu
Gobbess by Naomi Wood @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 24 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Gobbess by Naomi Wood @ Jacksons Lane

Visually stunning, Gobbess seamlessly transitions from commanding on-stage performances to poetic storytelling, all while performing graceful aerial dance on a suspended hoop. It’s a captivating experience that promises to leave you spellbound. 

Oct
26
Sat
Trash Test Dummies by Dummies Corp. @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 26 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Trash Test Dummies by Dummies Corp. @ Jacksons Lane

Sat 26 – Sun 27 October 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £16 | Aimed at 5+

Winners of the Best Children’s Presentation at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and runners-up for the Children’s Choice Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Trash Test Dummies take wheelie bins to new heights. 

Enjoy side-splitting slapstick comedy, daring acrobatics, and dexterous juggling in an imaginative adventure that’s anything but garbage. With ballet, balloons, and “adept unadulterated mischief” (The Times), this show promises an hour of non-stop hilarity! 

Oct
27
Sun
Trash Test Dummies by Dummies Corp. @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Trash Test Dummies by Dummies Corp. @ Jacksons Lane

Sat 26 – Sun 27 October 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £16 | Aimed at 5+

Winners of the Best Children’s Presentation at the Adelaide Fringe Festival and runners-up for the Children’s Choice Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the Trash Test Dummies take wheelie bins to new heights. 

Enjoy side-splitting slapstick comedy, daring acrobatics, and dexterous juggling in an imaginative adventure that’s anything but garbage. With ballet, balloons, and “adept unadulterated mischief” (The Times), this show promises an hour of non-stop hilarity! 

Oct
29
Tue
The Great Big Dinosaur Show by Simon Mole @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 29 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Great Big Dinosaur Show by Simon Mole @ Jacksons Lane

Tues 29 – Thurs 31 October 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £15 | Age guidance 4 – 11

Which dinosaur had teeth as big as a banana? Which dinosaur weighed the same as 10,000 cats? And what could a CHICKEN possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?! 

Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of poems, raps and songs about all your favourite prehistoric protagonists (and some you haven’t heard of yet!). Come and get your groove on to some Jurassic Classics! 

Oct
30
Wed
The Great Big Dinosaur Show by Simon Mole @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 30 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Great Big Dinosaur Show by Simon Mole @ Jacksons Lane

Tues 29 – Thurs 31 October 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £15 | Age guidance 4 – 11

Which dinosaur had teeth as big as a banana? Which dinosaur weighed the same as 10,000 cats? And what could a CHICKEN possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?! 

Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of poems, raps and songs about all your favourite prehistoric protagonists (and some you haven’t heard of yet!). Come and get your groove on to some Jurassic Classics! 

Oct
31
Thu
The Great Big Dinosaur Show by Simon Mole @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 31 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Great Big Dinosaur Show by Simon Mole @ Jacksons Lane

Tues 29 – Thurs 31 October 11am & 2pm
Tickets: £15 | Age guidance 4 – 11

Which dinosaur had teeth as big as a banana? Which dinosaur weighed the same as 10,000 cats? And what could a CHICKEN possibly be doing in The Great Big Dinosaur Show?! 

Join poet Simon Mole and musician Gecko for a family show full of poems, raps and songs about all your favourite prehistoric protagonists (and some you haven’t heard of yet!). Come and get your groove on to some Jurassic Classics! 

Nov
1
Fri
Black Burlesque Festival by The Cocoa Butter Club @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 1 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Black Burlesque Festival by The Cocoa Butter Club @ Jacksons Lane

Fri 1 – Sat 2 November at 7.30pm

Closing out Black History Month UK, Sadie Sinner & The Cocoa Butter Club present the inaugural staging of The Black Burlesque Festival — a two-night spectacular featuring the provocative, playful, and powerful Black burlesque stars of our stages. 

Adorn your finest attire to witness international movers, shakers, and rule-breakers, alongside home-grown UK talent. Our change-makers are recognised worldwide for taking top titles in this exciting and intricate art form!  

This celebration of triumphs, tenacity, and talent honours the diaspora of Black burlesque artists and offers a glimpse into the future of burlesque, where the melanated are celebrated. 

Nov
2
Sat
Black Burlesque Festival by The Cocoa Butter Club @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 2 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Black Burlesque Festival by The Cocoa Butter Club @ Jacksons Lane

Fri 1 – Sat 2 November at 7.30pm

Closing out Black History Month UK, Sadie Sinner & The Cocoa Butter Club present the inaugural staging of The Black Burlesque Festival — a two-night spectacular featuring the provocative, playful, and powerful Black burlesque stars of our stages. 

Adorn your finest attire to witness international movers, shakers, and rule-breakers, alongside home-grown UK talent. Our change-makers are recognised worldwide for taking top titles in this exciting and intricate art form!  

This celebration of triumphs, tenacity, and talent honours the diaspora of Black burlesque artists and offers a glimpse into the future of burlesque, where the melanated are celebrated. 

Jan
28
Tue
Galapagos by David Glass Ensemble & Pearlworks @ Jacksons Lane
Jan 28 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

“A story between stories…
The clock’s pendulum suspends…
For a new tale to start,
The old tale must end…”

Set sail on a breathtaking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to outwit the world’s richest man, save Mother Nature from destruction and pilot an fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.  

This modern myth of courage, rebellion, and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.    

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen  – or heard – before!

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour—an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Galapagos – Family Show @ Jackson's Lane
Jan 28 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Galapagos - Family Show @ Jackson's Lane

Set sail on a breath-taking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to save Mother Nature from destruction, outwit the world’s richest man and pilot a fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.

This modern myth of courage, rebellion and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen – or heard – before!

Jacksons Lane plays host to the first ever, try-out performances of a new show championing the power of young peopless imagination in these times of great change.  Its an international project that also couldnt be more local as both of its creators David Glass and David Pearl  (aka The Davids)  live in North London, a stones throw from Jacksons Lane.  Indeed the David Glass Ensemble has a multi-decade year history with Jacksons Lane and this production has been chosen by the venue to inaugurated its 50th anniversary program.,  

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour – an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable family event! Ages 8+

Show Dates
Show Times
Price
Jan
29
Wed
Galapagos by David Glass Ensemble & Pearlworks @ Jacksons Lane
Jan 29 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

“A story between stories…
The clock’s pendulum suspends…
For a new tale to start,
The old tale must end…”

Set sail on a breathtaking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to outwit the world’s richest man, save Mother Nature from destruction and pilot an fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.  

This modern myth of courage, rebellion, and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.    

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen  – or heard – before!

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour—an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Galapagos – Family Show @ Jackson's Lane
Jan 29 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Galapagos - Family Show @ Jackson's Lane

Set sail on a breath-taking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to save Mother Nature from destruction, outwit the world’s richest man and pilot a fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.

This modern myth of courage, rebellion and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen – or heard – before!

Jacksons Lane plays host to the first ever, try-out performances of a new show championing the power of young peopless imagination in these times of great change.  Its an international project that also couldnt be more local as both of its creators David Glass and David Pearl  (aka The Davids)  live in North London, a stones throw from Jacksons Lane.  Indeed the David Glass Ensemble has a multi-decade year history with Jacksons Lane and this production has been chosen by the venue to inaugurated its 50th anniversary program.,  

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour – an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable family event! Ages 8+

Show Dates
Show Times
Price
Jan
30
Thu
Galapagos by David Glass Ensemble & Pearlworks @ Jacksons Lane
Jan 30 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

“A story between stories…
The clock’s pendulum suspends…
For a new tale to start,
The old tale must end…”

Set sail on a breathtaking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to outwit the world’s richest man, save Mother Nature from destruction and pilot an fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.  

This modern myth of courage, rebellion, and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.    

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen  – or heard – before!

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour—an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Galapagos – Family Show @ Jackson's Lane
Jan 30 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Galapagos - Family Show @ Jackson's Lane

Set sail on a breath-taking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to save Mother Nature from destruction, outwit the world’s richest man and pilot a fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.

This modern myth of courage, rebellion and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen – or heard – before!

Jacksons Lane plays host to the first ever, try-out performances of a new show championing the power of young peopless imagination in these times of great change.  Its an international project that also couldnt be more local as both of its creators David Glass and David Pearl  (aka The Davids)  live in North London, a stones throw from Jacksons Lane.  Indeed the David Glass Ensemble has a multi-decade year history with Jacksons Lane and this production has been chosen by the venue to inaugurated its 50th anniversary program.,  

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour – an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable family event! Ages 8+

Show Dates
Show Times
Price
Jan
31
Fri
Galapagos by David Glass Ensemble & Pearlworks @ Jacksons Lane
Jan 31 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

“A story between stories…
The clock’s pendulum suspends…
For a new tale to start,
The old tale must end…”

Set sail on a breathtaking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to outwit the world’s richest man, save Mother Nature from destruction and pilot an fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.  

This modern myth of courage, rebellion, and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.    

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen  – or heard – before!

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour—an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Galapagos – Family Show @ Jackson's Lane
Jan 31 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Galapagos - Family Show @ Jackson's Lane

Set sail on a breath-taking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to save Mother Nature from destruction, outwit the world’s richest man and pilot a fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.

This modern myth of courage, rebellion and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen – or heard – before!

Jacksons Lane plays host to the first ever, try-out performances of a new show championing the power of young peopless imagination in these times of great change.  Its an international project that also couldnt be more local as both of its creators David Glass and David Pearl  (aka The Davids)  live in North London, a stones throw from Jacksons Lane.  Indeed the David Glass Ensemble has a multi-decade year history with Jacksons Lane and this production has been chosen by the venue to inaugurated its 50th anniversary program.,  

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour – an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable family event! Ages 8+

Show Dates
Show Times
Price
Feb
1
Sat
Galapagos by David Glass Ensemble & Pearlworks @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 1 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

“A story between stories…
The clock’s pendulum suspends…
For a new tale to start,
The old tale must end…”

Set sail on a breathtaking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to outwit the world’s richest man, save Mother Nature from destruction and pilot an fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.  

This modern myth of courage, rebellion, and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.    

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen  – or heard – before!

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour—an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Galapagos – Family Show @ Jackson's Lane
Feb 1 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Galapagos - Family Show @ Jackson's Lane

Set sail on a breath-taking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to save Mother Nature from destruction, outwit the world’s richest man and pilot a fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.

This modern myth of courage, rebellion and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen – or heard – before!

Jacksons Lane plays host to the first ever, try-out performances of a new show championing the power of young peopless imagination in these times of great change.  Its an international project that also couldnt be more local as both of its creators David Glass and David Pearl  (aka The Davids)  live in North London, a stones throw from Jacksons Lane.  Indeed the David Glass Ensemble has a multi-decade year history with Jacksons Lane and this production has been chosen by the venue to inaugurated its 50th anniversary program.,  

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour – an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable family event! Ages 8+

Show Dates
Show Times
Price
Feb
2
Sun
Galapagos by David Glass Ensemble & Pearlworks @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 2 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

“A story between stories…
The clock’s pendulum suspends…
For a new tale to start,
The old tale must end…”

Set sail on a breathtaking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to outwit the world’s richest man, save Mother Nature from destruction and pilot an fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.  

This modern myth of courage, rebellion, and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.    

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen  – or heard – before!

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour—an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Galapagos – Family Show @ Jackson's Lane
Feb 2 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Galapagos - Family Show @ Jackson's Lane

Set sail on a breath-taking journey through the imagination where young heroes fight to save Mother Nature from destruction, outwit the world’s richest man and pilot a fantastical Arck made of old books to the land of Galapagos.

This modern myth of courage, rebellion and hope takes us from the edge of space to the depths of the ocean. At its centre is the fearless orphan Juno who is living alone on a mountain of trash until she’s chosen for an impossible mission.

It’s a thrilling, high-energy ride for audiences young and old. Prepare to be swept up in the magic of physical theatre, puppetry, and live music, all performed by the UK’s finest talent from Flabbergast Theatre, Complicite and Created a Monster. With song, dance and a powerful score played on repurposed trash instruments, this world premiere is unlike anything you’ve seen – or heard – before!

Jacksons Lane plays host to the first ever, try-out performances of a new show championing the power of young peopless imagination in these times of great change.  Its an international project that also couldnt be more local as both of its creators David Glass and David Pearl  (aka The Davids)  live in North London, a stones throw from Jacksons Lane.  Indeed the David Glass Ensemble has a multi-decade year history with Jacksons Lane and this production has been chosen by the venue to inaugurated its 50th anniversary program.,  

Join us at the very start of this awe-inspiring global tour – an adventure that reminds us of the power of hope, imagination, and the boundless spirit of the young.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable family event! Ages 8+

Show Dates
Show Times
Price
Feb
6
Thu
Handful of Nothing by Tilly Lee-Kronick @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 6 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

“Tilly’s breathtaking physical prowess had the audience enthralled from beginning to end” — Audience Review

A unique fusion of ingenious storytelling, innovative aerial choreography, puppetry, dance, and song in a poetic, playful journey full of surprises. This captivating tale explores struggles with inner demons, addiction, self-worth, and body image. Accompanied by a beautiful original score, Tilly will give you an insight into the puzzling place of limbo in which she often finds herself.

Feb
7
Fri
Naughty Cabaret by Marie Kallevik Straume and Anna Marie Simonsen @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 7 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Hosted by the “lovable duo” (The Scotsman) Naughty — a clown in crocs — and her assistant Nice, this sensational and very naughty cabaret brings together a bold lineup of women, non-binary, and queer performers. Expect an evening full of drag, circus, clowning and comedy. A huge hit at Edinburgh Fringe 2024!

Feb
9
Sun
Frog & the Princess (and Other Stories) by Box Tale Soup @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 9 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

They are wonderful” – The Times

What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is enchanted… Beasts and breadcrumbs, wolves and witches, but all Froggy really wants is to hear a story starring someone like him. Head into the woods with Hansel & Gretel, help little elves make beautiful shoes, meet the princess who’s champion of hide-and-seek, and see if Froggy finally gets his wish! 

Box Tale Soup present a stunning adaptation of Grimm’s most magical tales, featuring wonderful puppets and spellbinding original music.

Sunday 9 February 11am & 2pm
Tickets £14 | Ages 3 – 7

 

Feb
16
Sun
The Wonderland Garden by City of London Symphonia @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 16 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Step into The Wonderland Garden and journey through the changing seasons with a curious young person and their new friend, Robin. This magical show blends live music and theatre, perfect for families with little ones under six. Enjoy musical storytelling with classical instruments and South Asian percussion, all set against a playful, pop-up book-inspired backdrop.

Sunday 16 February at 11am | 1pm | 3pm 

Tickets £14 | Suitable for ages 6 & under

Feb
18
Tue
Jacksons Lane Circus Cabaret for Kids @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 18 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Get ready for Jacksons Lane’s first-ever homegrown circus cabaret for kids and their grown-ups — a thrilling mix of acrobatics, jaw-dropping aerial feats, mind-bending juggling, and tricksters who walk on their hands! Packed with surprises, heart-stopping action, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly show is the perfect half-term treat. It’s an unmissable event filled with circus magic that’ll leave everyone grinning from ear to ear. Don’t miss out — join us for a fun-filled, unforgettable experience!

Feb
19
Wed
Jacksons Lane Circus Cabaret for Kids @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 19 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Get ready for Jacksons Lane’s first-ever homegrown circus cabaret for kids and their grown-ups — a thrilling mix of acrobatics, jaw-dropping aerial feats, mind-bending juggling, and tricksters who walk on their hands! Packed with surprises, heart-stopping action, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly show is the perfect half-term treat. It’s an unmissable event filled with circus magic that’ll leave everyone grinning from ear to ear. Don’t miss out — join us for a fun-filled, unforgettable experience!

Feb
20
Thu
Jacksons Lane Circus Cabaret for Kids @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 20 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Get ready for Jacksons Lane’s first-ever homegrown circus cabaret for kids and their grown-ups — a thrilling mix of acrobatics, jaw-dropping aerial feats, mind-bending juggling, and tricksters who walk on their hands! Packed with surprises, heart-stopping action, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly show is the perfect half-term treat. It’s an unmissable event filled with circus magic that’ll leave everyone grinning from ear to ear. Don’t miss out — join us for a fun-filled, unforgettable experience!

Feb
21
Fri
Jacksons Lane Circus Cabaret for Kids @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 21 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Get ready for Jacksons Lane’s first-ever homegrown circus cabaret for kids and their grown-ups — a thrilling mix of acrobatics, jaw-dropping aerial feats, mind-bending juggling, and tricksters who walk on their hands! Packed with surprises, heart-stopping action, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly show is the perfect half-term treat. It’s an unmissable event filled with circus magic that’ll leave everyone grinning from ear to ear. Don’t miss out — join us for a fun-filled, unforgettable experience!

Feb
22
Sat
Jacksons Lane Circus Cabaret for Kids @ Jacksons Lane
Feb 22 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Get ready for Jacksons Lane’s first-ever homegrown circus cabaret for kids and their grown-ups — a thrilling mix of acrobatics, jaw-dropping aerial feats, mind-bending juggling, and tricksters who walk on their hands! Packed with surprises, heart-stopping action, and plenty of laughs, this family-friendly show is the perfect half-term treat. It’s an unmissable event filled with circus magic that’ll leave everyone grinning from ear to ear. Don’t miss out — join us for a fun-filled, unforgettable experience!

Apr
29
Tue
Bending Reality by Nua Dance @ Jacksons Lane
Apr 29 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Following their Transmission residency last summer, this is your chance to experience the premiere of Bending Reality, the latest production from Nua Dance.

Our brains don’t just perceive reality — they reconstruct it. But what if what we see isn’t all there is? Blending dance, circus, and parkour, Bending Reality unravels shifting perspectives and hidden layers of perception. A sculptural dress reshapes the space, while Ben Glover’s video design captures the moments between what is seen and imagined.

As with previous Nua Dance productions, this show prioritises accessibility for deaf audiences through creative captions, vibrotactile wearable devices, and a sound description.