MIME London Festival 2025: Your January Adventure Awaits!

The MIME London Festival kicks off on 11th January 2025, and trust me, it’s a feast of physical and visual theatre that will leave you utterly mesmerised.

Hello, fellow puppetry enthusiasts and curious minds! The MIME London Festival kicks off on 11th January 2025, and trust me, it’s a feast of physical and visual theatre that will leave you utterly mesmerised. Whether you're into dark fairy tales, dazzling puppetry, or workshops that unlock your creative mojo, this festival has something for everyone.

Here’s a cheeky peek at some of the incredible performances and workshops:

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🌟 Festival Highlights

• La Manékine (France) by lapendue

  A Brothers Grimm fairy tale brought to life with puppetry and a one-man orchestra.
  📍 Barbican, The Pit | 14–18 Jan
  👀 Think dark forests, devils, and love conquering all.
  More info and booking

• Not A Word (Ireland) from Bru Theatre
  A silent, poignant tribute to Irish emigrants.
  📍 Barbican, The Pit | 21–25 Jan
  🎻 Mask, music, and movement create magic in this powerful ode.
  More info and booking
  

• Moby Dick (Norway/France) from plexuspolaire
  A whale of a tale with puppets, video projection, and stunning visuals.
  📍 Barbican Theatre | 22–25 Jan
  🐋 Epic storytelling meets cutting-edge stagecraft.
  More info and booking

• The Rite of Spring (Italy)
  Dance-theatre with raw energy and Stravinsky’s classic score.
  📍 Southbank Centre | 23–25 Jan
  🔥 Expect primal passion and a sprinkle of talcum powder.
  

• Frau Trapp - Five Lines
  📍 Barbican, The Pit: Tue 28 Jan – Sat 1 Feb
  Enter a future shaped by greed and scarcity. This micro cinema-theatre performance dives deep into human nature through the lens of a relationship. Heartbreaking, hopeful, and utterly unique.
  More info and Booking

• Cie Focus & Chaliwaté - Dimanche
  📍 Sadler’s Wells Peacock Theatre: Wed 29 Jan – Sat 1 Feb
  A family hilariously ignores the chaos of climate collapse while Arctic wildlife reporters document the end. Expect puppetry, lo-fi effects, and biting wit.
  More info Booking

• Heka (UK)
  Mesmerising juggling meets choreography and illusion.
  📍 The Place | 30 Jan–1 Feb
  🌀 Magic, movement, and mind-bending artistry await.

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✨ Workshops Worth Your While

Fancy getting hands-on? MIME London’s workshops will level up your skills or kickstart a new passion. Here are a few gems:

• Micro-Cinema Theatre with Gavin Glover (11–12 Jan)
  Explore the world of live camera and projector magic.

• Devising Physical Theatre with Gecko Theatre (18–19 Jan)
  Learn to craft dynamic, visceral stories through movement.

• Revealing The Mask with Vamos Theatre (1–2 Feb)
  Dive into full-mask performance and discover the art of silent storytelling.
  More info and booking

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🎥 Don’t Miss This Online Exclusive

• The Last Show (15 Jan at 7 PM)
  Watch the free YouTube premiere of this award-winning documentary celebrating the London International Mime Festival’s legacy. The directors will even join for a live Q&A!

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So, what are you waiting for? Check out the full line-up and grab your tickets before they’re gone! Head to the MIME London website for all the juicy details and booking info.

👉 Visit mimelondon.com