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.
Alex McAleer has an uncanny ability to tap into his audience’s minds and seemingly read their thoughts at will.
Having played to packed houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, award-nominated sell-out shows in Australia, and toured extensively across North America and the UK as the stand-out star of Champions of Magic, Alex has earned a reputation as a charismatic, engaging, and witty entertainer.
In this unforgettable show, he combines razor-sharp humour with mind-blowing psychological feats, creating an interactive and laugh-out-loud experience. Don’t miss your chance to see Alex McAleer live!
Step into a world where gravity bends and imagination takes flight.
From the Wings is a surreal, contemporary performance from the newly formed Circus Nebulous, blending surrealist storytelling with breathtaking visuals and unexpected circus feats.
Transporting audiences into a dreamlike realm, this show defies reality as bodies morph through space with captivating energy and a suspenseful narrative.
A celebration of strength, artistry, and human connection, From the Wings is brought to you by Circus Nebulous — the BA graduating class of 2025 from CIRCOMEDIA, one of Europe’s leading circus institutes.
SARAB “A mirage” is a 55-minute tragic theatre circus that was produced in 2017 to highlight the difficulties faced by refugees around the world. And the repetition of it today for millions of people.
“We are forced,
We had no other option.
Dragged to an uncertain end,
On a road full of obstacles and checkpoints that we could barely pass.
Our destiny unknown.
During the long and rough journey,
We kept dreaming of the moment we would arrive,
Continuing our path towards the unknown.
Finally,
We arrive.
Have we reached our goal?
After floating earth and oceans,
We discover the unexpected.
It really was nothing, but a mirage.”
Best Comedy
Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award Winner
★★★★★
“Off-the-wall, zany, crazy, very funny… two comic geniuses.”
– Glam Adelaide
★★★★
“Silliness as an art form.”
– The Scotsman
Side-splitting, stiff-upper-lipped hilarity from multi-award-winning comedy duo Dan Lees and Neil Frost. These charming and eccentric idiots deliver belly laughs with expert clowning and razor-sharp.
★★★★★ Top 20 MUST SEE SHOWS
“A masterclass in physical comedy… his power to inspire and enthuse is undeniable.”
— List
“Very, Very Funny”
— New York Times
After fifteen 5-star reviews, and numerous awards, this dangerous, seductive comedy-monster descends on London to unleash his critically-acclaimed juggernaut. Prepare yourself for an edge of your seat roller-coaster of raw conversation, traps/rewards and catch-22’s.
Jacksons Lane presents a brand-new strand of free live music events in our bar this Summer, curated by Highgate musician Steve Somerset. Each month will see Steve and his band The Lost Weekend perform alongside special guests. Arrive early to bag a seat!
Admission free, donations welcome on the night.
Join us on Saturday 28 June 2025 as we mark 50 years of Jacksons Lane with a weekend of creativity, community, and celebration.
Expect circus parades, live music, pop-up performances, workshops, food, crafts, and plenty of surprises — plus a chance to dive into our rich history through exhibitions, trails, and storytelling.
Highlights include:
- A circus parade
- A BBQ
- Pop-up performances
- A heritage trail and shopfront displays celebrating our activist roots
- A poster and archive exhibition of five decades of Jacksons Lane
- A listening studio capturing the voices and stories of our community
- Workshops, crafts and family activities throughout the building
- A community stage featuring local performers
Whether you’ve known us for years or are brand new, come be part of this special moment.
Join us for a spectacular night of live music, circus, comedy, and dance as we celebrate 50 years of Jacksons Lane! Hosted by long-time Jacksons Lane favourite Kaveh Rahnama, this special cabaret brings together artists past and present for an unforgettable evening. And enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco upon arrival.
Tickets are sure to sell fast. Book early to be part of the celebration!
Tuesday 01 July, 7.30pm & Thursday 03 July, 8.45pm
★★★★★
“Masterful physical comedy.”
— Ed Spotlight
★★★★★ “Funny, emotional, and intelligent.”
— Arts Awards Voice
From the creators of Boris & Sergey comes a one-hour, one-man show brimming with puppetry, physical comedy, and mime. Hilarious, absurd, and often magical, this captivating performance juxtaposes themes of loneliness and belonging with pure joy and exhilaration. With pathos, dark humour, and Victorian aesthetics, it creates a wonderfully mysterious backdrop for a poetic and surreal journey – all with a generous sprinkle of silliness.
★★★★★
“The perfect musical comedy act – it should not be missed.”
— Broadway Baby
Taylor Swift had Eras. Otto & Astrid go through Stages.
Fresh from Glastonbury Festival, Berlin’s Prince and Princess of Art Rock and Europop—Otto & Astrid of Die Roten Punkte—blast through a blisteringly hilarious set of songs from (almost) all of their albums.
The utterly dysfunctional siblings are a lipstick-smeared sonic collision of The B-52s, The Pixies, Kraftwerk, and early Ramones.
This multi-award-winning duo has taken the stage everywhere from Soho Theatre in London to Joe’s Pub in New York and The Roxy in Los Angeles.
One of the most irreverently side-splitting gigs you’ll ever see, packed with ridiculously infectious songs.
★★★★★
“Theatre of Cruelty, Grand Guignol and Grotesque, performed magnificently”
– Artshub
★★★★
“A suffocating yet hopeful piece of must-see physical theatre”
– A Youngish Perspective
Symbolically based on true events, The Weight of Shadow explores mental health deterioration through dance, mime, and aerial acrobatics. Inspired by Sasha’s partner, Ciana Fitzgerald, it reflects the enigmatic language of the psyche.
Immersing audiences in a psychiatric patient’s 24-hour struggle to grasp reality, the show offers a poignant exploration of resilience, inner turmoil, and the complexities of mental illness.
★★★★
“The most irresistibly silly, fun and unexpected cabaret show. Hosted by Norway’s finest clowns Anna Marie Simonsen and Marie Kallevik Straume”
— Instafest review
After sold-out shows at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe, Naughty Cabaret is coming to London Clown Festival — a queer, feminist cabaret packed with energy, clowning, and comedy.
Every performance features a fresh, ever-changing line-up spanning clown, circus, music, burlesque, character comedy, and more.
Naughty Cabaret has wowed audiences in Australia, Edinburgh, London, and Norway, with past guest performers including Lara Ricote, Elf Lyons, Siblings, Frankie Thompson, Paulina Lenoir, Hannah Camilleri, Ella The Great, Lucy Hopkins, and Dairy King.
Hosted by “Queens of the ridiculous” (Wee Review), Anna Marie Simonsen and Marie Kallevik Straume—also seen in the “irresistibly silly” ★★★★ (The Guardian) clown comedy Troll.
“Victoria Melody should be a national treasure, a household name.”
— Time Out
Award-winning theatre-maker Victoria Melody, directed by the legendary Mark Thomas, blends storytelling, comedy, elaborate costumes, and historical re-enactment to celebrate Britain’s ordinary heroes.
Shining a light on food bank workers, volunteers, and community organisers, it explores the people who quietly keep the country running. Through immersive research and first-hand experience — becoming a musketeer included — Victoria uncovers the passion, struggle, and humour in everyday lives.
With her signature wit and curiosity, she invites audiences to see the world differently, offering a joyful and unexpected take on who really shapes Britain.
★★★★
“One of comedy’s most skilled performers… this is an exquisite, erudite, well-crafted show”
— Evening Standard
★★★★
“His shows are a joy to watch”
— The Guardian
“He is one amazing comedian”
—Time Out
From the comedian who invented the phrase ‘No Planet B’, Rob Newman brings a new show about future cities, lost beavers, philistine Bingo callers, Dorothy Parker’s Multiverse Diaries and A Man Called Clive.
Jacksons Lane presents a brand-new strand of free live music events in our bar this Summer, curated by Highgate musician Steve Somerset. Each month will see Steve and his band The Lost Weekend perform alongside special guests. Arrive early to bag a seat!
Admission free, donations welcome on the night.
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
“One of Britain’s outstanding poets”
— Sir Paul McCartney
“Fantastically entertaining. As a writer of comic prose Clarke is the match of anyone alive, and his turns of phrase are as sharp as his suits”
— The Times
A literary phenomenon and ‘Godfather of Punk Poetry‘, John Cooper Clarke has shaped music, literature, and fashion. From his iconic poem I Wanna Be Yours — a global hit with the Arctic Monkeys — to Evidently Chickentown featuring in The Sopranos, his influence is undeniable.
Rising from Salford’s working men’s clubs to sharing stages with Joy Division, The Clash, and the Sex Pistols, John became one of punk’s most important figures. His sharp-witted performances blend classic verse, new material, and hilarious riffs on modern life.
With a 2025 tour set for major venues like the London Palladium and Co-op Live, this is a rare chance to see a living legend up close at Jacksons Lane.
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
“Nothing short of sensational” – Broadway Baby
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, this acclaimed solo performance blends storytelling and song to explore her journey from piano prodigy to civil rights icon. A moving tribute to an extraordinary voice.
“Wonderful, a joy” Pick of the Week, BBC Radio 4
“A seasoned professional, excellent command of the stage.” Broadway Baby
Join the ‘Emperor of Illusion’ and his magical dog, Baldwin, on a hilariously silly, death-defying adventure. Award-winning magic, puppetry, and escapology, guaranteed to entertain children and parents alike.
18 September & 19 September 2025
Jacksons Lane, 269a Archway Road, London N6 5AA
7:30pm (running time will be approximately 90 minutes, no interval)
Trailer: https://youtu.be/y1aq2vC35cY
18 September & 19 September 2025
Jacksons Lane, 269a Archway Road, London N6 5AA
7:30pm (running time will be approximately 90 minutes, no interval)
Trailer: https://youtu.be/y1aq2vC35cY
The new interactive cabaret from the creators of An Evening Without Kate Bush and Julie Madly Deeply.
Join Sarah-Louise Young as she invites you to celebrate all things tribute in this ‘joyously immersive experience’ (★★★★ The Stage). This Is Your Tribute is a musical nostalgia fest, filled with singalongs, dance breaks, wigs and wonderment from ‘an artist at the top of their game’.
Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One vampire. This award-winning parody sees Spike retell Buffy the Vampire Slayer with razor-sharp wit, 90s nostalgia, and plenty of stakes. Perfect for super-fans and newcomers alike.
The Magical Mr West (from Morgan & West) presents Adventures in Science! Join him and his corvid Crowbert for an incredible journey into scientific principles, featuring curious contraptions, skills, and silliness.
Poet, comic, singer and glasses-wearer John Hegley returns with a hit-list of seriously funny, cleverly comic poems on everything from love and art to dogs, dads, carrots – and, of course, potatoes.
A joyful jumble of wit, wordplay and heart from a true original.
The Odd Ones is a unique exploration of individuality, social dynamics, and finding your place. Three distinct performers—an acrobat, a contemporary dancer, and a breakdancer—navigate their differences, learning to connect and collaborate. This show embraces every facet of “oddness,” moving seamlessly between beauty and rawness, humour and vulnerability.
A roller disco ride through one woman’s tangled tale of identity, immigration and unexpected glitter. Performed on skates with fierce physicality and fearless humour, this is storytelling at its most chaotic and captivating.
Join Baby Bear on a playful journey through nature in this uplifting puppetry adventure for babies, toddlers and their families. With beautiful visuals, gentle interaction and a soothing soundtrack, it’s the perfect first theatre experience.
traSh is a striking solo performance that exposes the hidden costs of fast fashion.
Using circus, physical theatre and 15.6kg of clothing, the average person in Europe buys each year, Delia Ceruti explores fashion’s impact on the environment, on workers and on mental health.
Shortlisted for Most Outstanding Dance at Brighton Fringe 2025, this powerful and darkly humorous show asks us to rethink what we wear and why.
Pivot Point Circus presents Darling, a regency cabaret! Join for a night of revelry, enthralling aerials, and debaucherous acrobatics.
Secure your tickets posthaste! Darling – you simply must attend.
Back by popular demand Ray Bubbles fills the stage with giant bubble storms, dancing shapes, and more — all powered by soap and science. A fun, inclusive show loved by families and sensory-friendly audiences alike.
Marking 30 years since the genocide in Srebrenica, this powerful new show brings survivor testimonies to the stage with projected visuals, movement and live performance. A poignant call to remember, reflect, and never repeat.
Marking 30 years since the genocide in Srebrenica, this powerful new show brings survivor testimonies to the stage with projected visuals, movement and live performance. A poignant call to remember, reflect, and never repeat.
Marking 30 years since the genocide in Srebrenica, this powerful new show brings survivor testimonies to the stage with projected visuals, movement and live performance. A poignant call to remember, reflect, and never repeat.