Samantha Lane

Review: ME.... A LITTLE ANGEL THEATRE PRODUCTION, Little Angel Theatre
by Christiana Rose - Nov 24, 2025

Little Angel Theatre once again excel as a leader in early years storytelling with its gentle and beautifully crafted production of Me..., adapted from the much loved book by Emma Dodd and directed by Samantha Lane. Aimed at children aged two to five, the 35 minute show offers an inviting first experience of theatre, which is both visually enchanting and emotionally reassuring.

TOTO THE NINJA CAT AND THE GREAT SNAKE ESCAPE To Premiere As New Family Musical In Spring 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

Dermot O’Leary’s bestselling children’s book Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape will be adapted into a brand-new family musical opening Spring 2026.

Cast And Band Set for DOLLY PARTON'S SMOKY MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS CAROL 2025 National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025

The cast and band members have been set for Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol, a toe-tappin', heartstring-tuggin' holiday musical featuring songs by eleven-time GRAMMY Award winner Dolly Parton.

Little Angel Theatre Unveils Autumn/Winter 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025

Little Angel Theatre has revealed a vibrant new season for Autumn/ Winter 2025 with the return of some beloved classics both in Islington and on the road. See the full lineup here!

Musician, Composer Veronica Mansour To Perform At Adelphi PAC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

Composer, musician and artist and Jonathan Larson Grant winner Veronica Mansour will perform original music at Adelphi University's Performing Arts Center. Learn more!

King's Head Theatre Announces Full Casting For First Ever Family Pantomime CINDERELLA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2024

KING'S HEAD THEATRE has announced the full cast for its first family pantomime, featuring the voice of Judi Dench and starring Ella Vaday. The show runs from November 30 to January 5.

CHARLIE COOK'S FAVOURITE BOOK Comes to the West End This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Oct 10, 2024

Little Angel Theatre’s new musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book will have its West End premiere this Christmas. 

THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN Will Return to the West End This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2024

Fierylight and Little Angel Theatre’s musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic story, The Smartest Giant in Town, is returning this Christmas at the St Martin’s Theatre from 29 November 2024 – 05 January 2025 where it will once again play in tandem with The Mousetrap which has run at the theatre since 1974, which marks its record-breaking 50 year run at the venue.

City Springs Theatre Company Reveals Updated Schedule for JERSEY BOYS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 29, 2024

City Springs Theatre Company revealed an updated schedule for JERSEY BOYS. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

CINDERELLA Will Be the First Family-Friendly Panto at the King's Head Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

King’s Head Theatre will present its first ever family pantomime in its new and flexible 250-seat auditorium this Christmas. Presented in this fantastic intimate setting, Cinderella will be fully immersive, with puppets from Little Angel Theatre, featuring sensational songs, hilarious slapstick comedy, romance and plenty of audience participation; firmly rooted in Islington, the panto will celebrate the borough’s rich history.

Little Angel Theatre Reveals Autumn/Winter 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 3, 2024

Little Angel Theatre has announced new commissions, revivals and the continuation of an ambitious touring programme of work for its Autumn 2024/25 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival Will Return This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024

Little Angel Theatre’s Children’s Puppet Festival will return for its second year after a successful launch in 2023. The new festival won a one-off Offie Award at this year’s Off West End Award Ceremony for its work showcasing many different styles of puppetry by award-winning companies for a wide range of different age groups. 

THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN Will Embark On Tour and Return to the West End This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2024

Catch the Fierylight & Little Angel Theatre co-production, THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN, on tour from 08 October 2024 and returning to the West End for Christmas.

Little Angel Theatre Reveals New Spring and Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2023

Three brand new productions offer something for all age ranges at Little Angel Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!

Review: SPRING AWAKENING at The Wall Street Theater
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Nov 11, 2023

Immensely talented cast and professional director and choreographer make this production dynamic.

Full Cast Set For THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN at St. Martin's Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023

Following the announcement earlier this year that Fierylight and Little Angel Theatre's musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's classic story, The Smartest Giant in Town will play on the West End this festive season, casting is now confirmed for this Christmas production. 

Little Angel Theatre Reveals its Autumn/Winter Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023

Little Angel Theatre has announced its Autumn /Winter Season which includes a major new adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book reuniting adaptors Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane (who also directs) following their celebrated collaboration on the Olivier-nominated The Smartest Giant in Town, also written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

Little Angel Theatre Will Host First Ever Children's Puppet Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023

Little Angel Theatre has announced its first ever Children’s Puppet Festival which will take place across both Little Angel venues this summer from 2nd August - 3rd September 2023. 

THE SMARTEST GIANT IN TOWN Will Come to The West End This Christmas
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2023

Fierylight and Little Angel Theatre have announced a new West End run for their musical adaptation of The Smartest Giant in Town, adapted from the classic story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. 

ArtsBridge Foundation Announces Nominees For 2023 Shuler Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2023

In a special online presentation in partnership with Georgia Public Broadcasting, ArtsBridge Foundation has announced the nominees for the 15th Annual Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards (GHSMTA), for the 2022-23 school year.