Chickenshed Theatre
Chickenshed Theatre
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Chickenshed is a company that makes beautiful and inspirational theatre. By bringing together people of all ages and from all backgrounds we produce outstanding theatre that entertains, inspires, challenges and informs both audiences and participants alike. Our vision is a society that celebrates diversity and enables every individual to flourish. We are a theatre, and so much more besides! We have been delivering performance for over 43 years, and our inclusive creative process is renowned nationally and internationally. Our purpose-built venue plays host to a huge range of productions and activities across the whole year, offering a welcoming, creative hub to the community. We create in-house productions that take place on our main stage, the Rayne Theatre. We also present regular interactive shows for very young children, new and smaller scale work for adults and families in our intimate Studio Theatre and have a busy programme of live music and comedy events in the Bar.
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- Shazms26Edgware, United Kingdom13 contributionsMagicalChickenshed is a magical place to spend time, a brilliant inclusive theatre. Just seen their recent show, love for Carmen and wow it was amazing. Everyone who works there and performs there are very welcoming and friendly. It's such a great place to visit. Just love it.Visited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 22, 2024
- p l8 contributionsLove from CarmenAnother amazing show from Chickenshed. The music, cast and production all combine beautifully to result in an amazing show. Like all Chickenshed shows the building in of scene shifts into the show itself is impressive coordination and the versatility of performers in acting, singing and dance is outstanding. To work with the large numbers on stage but to still give space to individual performances gives a depth that aot of professional shows don't achieve. You can see the same show several times and you'll see different things each time. Truely remarkable and inspiring.Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 24, 2024
- Ecila H1 contributionA night out at chickensheds carmenThe production was fantastic. The amount of work turning bizets french opera to modern day English rap over the original score was very impressive. I loved the costumes and set design, simple but effective. Really good value as well meaning myself and my friend didn't have to remortgage the house to afford tickets. Well done everyone involved.Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 24, 2024
- Kay K17 contributionsAmazing Theatre Shows for everyoneI have visited Chicken shed theatre from Cyprus as I was recommended to visit and enjoyed the shows very much!! It was like tge shows in the Westend Musicals. I also had the pleasure in Meeting the lovely Julie from Fund raising and you can tell where the funding goes as all looks amazing, clean and professional. I will definitely visit the Chicken Shed theatre again. Thank you so very much 🥰Visited December 2023Traveled with familyWritten October 10, 2024
- Diane Bedford B5 contributionsSIMPLY THE BESTIt was absolutely brilliant. It was like being at a west end show, in fact it was one hundred percent better than some of the show's I've seen. Congratulations to everyone involved. You should ALL be proud. Many thanks for a great evening.Visited December 2024Traveled with familyWritten December 21, 2024
- Berni ABlackpool, United Kingdom84 contributionsWell worth a long driveWe drove down from Blackpool to see the show which is quite a journey on a day where there was snow forecast. From the very start of the show we were captivated by the story telling in the form of speaking, signing, physical theatre, acting and music. The very clever use of scenery and the seamless flowing from scene to scene was magic. Huge well done to everyone involved from the cast, crew, chaperones, front of house and backstage support. We had so much to chat about on the drive home (and thankfully we beat the snow) Hopefully see you again soon from Team TramShed 🤩Visited January 2025Traveled with friendsWritten January 5, 2025
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georgina P
Hertfordshire, UK9 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
We saw the Toymaker's child and what an incredible night out it was! So entertaining, uplifting and inspiring!
I cannot recommend it highly enough. Such a professional performance by all involved, of an original musical production, that leaves you buzzing . Worth every penny. I can't wait for the next show. Fabulous!
I cannot recommend it highly enough. Such a professional performance by all involved, of an original musical production, that leaves you buzzing . Worth every penny. I can't wait for the next show. Fabulous!
Written January 5, 2024
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johnosullivan777
United Kingdom8 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Our family ages 5 to 69 all thoroughly enjoyed our visit to The Toymaker Child performance. Full of energy, perfazz, enthusiasm and genuine talent. Everybody made us feel welcome. Definitely will be returning.
Written January 8, 2024
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p l
uk8 contributions
Dec 2023 • Friends
Exceptionally high quality shows, amazing sets, costume and original music. Huge energetic cast, who clearly enjoy every moment on stage. Signing is an integral part of the show and so beautiful in it's own right. I guarantee you will walk away feeling the world is a better place and the future is very bright with these wonderful people in it.
Written December 4, 2023
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AmbridgeGirl
London, UK1,306 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Fantastic afternoon watching 'Rush' based on the Windrush scandal. Absolutely brilliant performances from everyone involved. Such an inclusive production. Outstanding dancing and singing. Very well produced. Will be supporting this theatre and their work more in the future.
Written March 25, 2023
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Joandjohan
London, UK391 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
Love the Chickenshed. It's absolutely brilliant. Have seen many productions here. I love the diversity and inclusivity. The shows are just amazing. You must see a show here. I'm looking forward to returning in a few days to see the new show Don't stop thinking about tomorrow.
Written February 28, 2018
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kriss12tina
London, UK649 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
Visited with family to watch rapunzel the musical
We where very impressed, small theatre great performance
Was good seeing different ages perform and children with disabilities taking part
We all enjoyed our visit
We where very impressed, small theatre great performance
Was good seeing different ages perform and children with disabilities taking part
We all enjoyed our visit
Written December 4, 2017
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J0nathan613
Greater London, UK22 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
My son has been a performer in Chickenshed theater for about 7 years - every year he rehearses and then performs in the Christmas show extravaganza. About half the children who perform are disabled and about half are not. He has a disability and Chickenshed is one of those few places that manages inclusion for all brilliantly.
The shows themselves are aimed at young (Christmas show) to very young (Tales from the Shed) children who like magic and drama and music and dancing.
They do a number of autism friendly performances and have options for deaf and blind people to enjoy the performances too. Some wheelchair seats and some of the performers are wheelchair users. I think all performances have sign accompaniment.
A lot of people love Chickenshed theater which goes from strength to strength.
A lot of work there is also done by volunteers.
They also offer training opportunities for young budding actors (teenagers) who want to work to get a qualification in theater.
If you want to get good seats for the Christmas show book early as they do get sold out. Expect normal theater prices for a professional production.
The Brothers Grill is a restaurant bar concession in the theater which is OK for a snack a milk shake or a meal in pleasant surroundings - but don't expect fine dining.
The shows themselves are aimed at young (Christmas show) to very young (Tales from the Shed) children who like magic and drama and music and dancing.
They do a number of autism friendly performances and have options for deaf and blind people to enjoy the performances too. Some wheelchair seats and some of the performers are wheelchair users. I think all performances have sign accompaniment.
A lot of people love Chickenshed theater which goes from strength to strength.
A lot of work there is also done by volunteers.
They also offer training opportunities for young budding actors (teenagers) who want to work to get a qualification in theater.
If you want to get good seats for the Christmas show book early as they do get sold out. Expect normal theater prices for a professional production.
The Brothers Grill is a restaurant bar concession in the theater which is OK for a snack a milk shake or a meal in pleasant surroundings - but don't expect fine dining.
Written November 19, 2017
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James C
Weston super Mare, UK33 contributions
Jan 2017 • Family
Awesome performance and seemless integration for the less abled performers. Its just a shame that in these days we are still so shallow that we see some people as different. We are all different its what makes us interesting. That said all best wishes for chickenshed for future performances and i hope all the plans for expansion.
Written January 3, 2017
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Hansieryder
London, UK145 contributions
Mar 2016 • Family
Cheap and engaging morning activity for our 2 year old. You sit on the floor in front of a small stage and there are chairs available for those in there first/pregnant people etc. There was lots going on all the time on stage, with colourful costumes, singing, puppets, dancing and audience interaction. Our 2 year old doesn't normally like sitting still watching things apart from the tv for long periods of time but he absolutely loved this. Easy parking. Nice cafe. Baby changing. Will go again.
Written March 12, 2016
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RNS1
London, UK64 contributions
Feb 2016 • Family
We went to the 1/2 term show with a group of friends, 4 Mums and 8 kids! It was completely engaging for my 22 month old, but my 4 year old was the same, that is rare to find!
It was so relaxed that it made it very easy for mums with kids when you are used to worrying about whether they will sit still and be quiet - because they didn't have to!
Perfect.
Added bonus was the inclusive attitude to the cast, all shapes and sizes etc and both sexes. Really positive to see.
It was so relaxed that it made it very easy for mums with kids when you are used to worrying about whether they will sit still and be quiet - because they didn't have to!
Perfect.
Added bonus was the inclusive attitude to the cast, all shapes and sizes etc and both sexes. Really positive to see.
Written February 20, 2016
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Is there air conditioning
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Written July 24, 2019
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