David Bowie loved the circus, and we love David Bowie.
Jacksons Lane pays its respects with a once-in-a-lifetime night of spectacular sound and vision that we think will blow your minds. Performers from across the globe come together to celebrate Ziggy, the Thin White Duke, and maybe even Jareth the Goblin King as they choose their favourite Bowie look and song for a night of spaceman-inspired circus that’s out of this world.
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We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.
You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.
Baby Circus is an awakening of curiosity and joy. Beginning gradually and softly, performers get acquainted with each infant as the audience arrives before moving to the performance space. As circus characters and acts are introduced, infants will be captivated and parents entertained. Developed by director Mette Ylikorva and appearing as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase. 11am and 1pm sessions are for those aged 0 to 1. 3pm performances for those aged 1 to 3.
This acclaimed Edinburgh sell-out production from Jacksons Lane’s Artistic Director Adrian Berry tells the story of a young David Bowie obsessive.
Martin is a boy with problems – an illness no-one understands and a head full of sound and vision. So when an unexpected gift arrives on his birthday, Martin embarks on a thrilling journey in the footsteps of his obsession, leading him to discover some long-hidden truths about himself. What follows will change his life forever…
Powerful and touching, music and magic realism collide in this darkly funny and moving solo production featuring Alex Walton and the voice of writer & comedian Rob Newman. With a blistering Bowie soundtrack, the life of the pop fan is dissected in this tale of unnatural teenage wildlife.
“Moving and touching, it blew me away. I cried my eyes out. You forget you’re in a theatre, and you can’t ask for much more than that” BBC London Live
One Moment In Time Theatre present their own version of the classic folk tale The Enormous Turnip – but with a magical twist! We follow the tale of a young girl called Rosie who dreams of carving a special turnip lantern for the Festival of Light. To plant and harvest the turnip, Rosie will need plenty of help from the audience, her animal friends and one small but very important gnome! Little does Rosie know how absolutely enormous her turnip will grow!
“The show was completely magical and the puppetry exquisite. The children were hooked from the outset.”
– Samantha Lane, artistic director, Little Angel Theatre, London
Using beautiful puppetry and engaging story-telling, this performance captivates children’s attention as the action on stage unfolds. The Enormous Turnip is perfect for young children and fun for the whole family.
The Enormous Turnip takes place at Lauderdale House on 13 October, starting at 10:30am. Suitable for children aged 2 and up.
Handmade in Highgate is back on 8 – 10 April, for the Spring Fair. The Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution will feature up to 30 of the UK’s finest designers/makers and artists. As an added bonus this year the historic library will be open for a book sale on Saturday 9 April and Sunday 10 April.
The opening times will be:
Friday 8 April: 5pm – 8pm
Saturday 9 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 10 April: 11am – 5pm
Handmade in Highgate is back on 8 – 10 April, for the Spring Fair. The Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution will feature up to 30 of the UK’s finest designers/makers and artists. As an added bonus this year the historic library will be open for a book sale on Saturday 9 April and Sunday 10 April.
The opening times will be:
Friday 8 April: 5pm – 8pm
Saturday 9 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 10 April: 11am – 5pm
Handmade in Highgate is back on 8 – 10 April, for the Spring Fair. The Highgate Literary and Scientific Institution will feature up to 30 of the UK’s finest designers/makers and artists. As an added bonus this year the historic library will be open for a book sale on Saturday 9 April and Sunday 10 April.
The opening times will be:
Friday 8 April: 5pm – 8pm
Saturday 9 April: 10am – 6pm
Sunday 10 April: 11am – 5pm