The toymaker lives a simple and quiet life. He has just one child, his pride and joy; but (as all parents do) he worries. They often play alone and rarely bring friends home from school. Worried his child is lonely, the toymaker cooks up a cunning plan...
Using a magical 3D printer, he creates an all-singing all-dancing AI child! However, things don't quite go according to plan when the AI child, serial number PIN:0Cch10, proves to be a bit too mischievous to handle!
Get ready for a theatrical experience that will leave you spellbound. With a captivating cast of colourful characters, big laughs and stunning sets The Toymaker's Child promises to be an unforgettable journey. Join our talented cast of over 200 as they fill the stage with wonder, beauty, and just a touch of delightful chaos.
Accessibility
British Sign Language Integration
Captioned Performances
Audio Described Performances
Welcome to our Accessible Performances at Chickenshed. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can enjoy our shows to the fullest. Here's everything you need to know about our accessible features.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out and email our access team here.
British Sign Language Integration
All performances feature integrated British Sign Language. Need advice on optimal seating for Sign Language viewing? Email us at accessbookings@chickenshed.org.uk.
Captioned Performances
Catch captioned shows on:
Fri 15 Dec at 7pm
Sat 16 Dec at 3pm & 7pm
Sun 17 Dec at 1.30pm
Audio Described Performances
Join us for audio described shows on:
Tue 19 Dec at 7pm
Wed 20 Dec at 7pm
Thu 21 Dec at 7pm
Sat 23 Dec at 5.30pm
Touch Tours
Touch tours can be offered before all Audio Described performances.
Audio Notes
Pre-show Audio Notes will be made available prior to opening night .
Sensory Sensitive Performances
Wed 10 Jan at 7pm
Whilst all our shows are open to everyone and anyone to attend we respect that for some audiences the theatre experience can be overwhelming. This show is designed with lower sound and light levels to create a sensory sensitive performance.
Access tickets
Tickets for Signing, Captioned, Audio Described, and wheelchair users will be offered at a reduced rate, typically equivalent to the gallery rate for that specific performance.
Get in touch with the Box Office here for further information.
Keep in touch
Stay connected with us on social media! Give us a thumbs up on Facebook and tag us in your stories on Insta using #CSToyMaker. Get ready for a sneak peek at all the show updates and snapshots of rehearsals!.
Schools Performances
This year, we are thrilled to present 15 dedicated school performances on the following dates:
- Tue 28 Nov at 10am & 1pm
- Wed 29 Nov at 12pm
- Thu 30 Nov at 12pm
- Fri 1 Dec at 12pm
- Tue 5 Dec at 10am & 1pm
- Wed 6 Dec at 10am & 1pm
- Thu 7 Dec at 12pm
- Fri 8 Dec at 12pm
- Tue 12 Dec at 10am & 1pm
- Wed 13 Dec at 12pm
- Thu 14 Dec at 12pm
All seats are priced at £12.00 each.
**Additionally, for every 10 tickets purchased, a complimentary teacher's ticket will be provided.
School performances are exclusively available for booking by schools and must be arranged through our Box Office at 020 8292 9222 or bookings@chickenshed.org.uk.
To complete your booking, please fill out the Schools Booking Form.
You can access our risk assessment for school performances by downloading it here.
Rota Groups
Our incredible cast of 800 performers is split over 4 different rota groups - Yellow, Blue, Red and Green.
If you are looking to see a particular performer, click here for the Rota Timetable.
Reviews
Reviews & audience feedback for our 2022 Christmas Show, Jack!
'This Jack is giant steps above the rest!'
'infectious energy and excitement'
'sheer energy and joyousness'
'This show is a reminder of the sheer joy that theatre can bring to performer and audience alike'
Our 2023 Christmas Show is Sponsored by Bh2.
