As the nights grow colder and the dark draws near, a light glows in the distance. It’s inviting you to take part in the ritual of the fire season. Punchdrunk Enrichment (Enitan’s Game, The Lost Lending Library) have announced a brand-new show for Christmas. Fireside Tales, written and directed by Steve McCourt, is an enchanting interactive adventure for children aged 7-11 and their grown-ups, running at Punchdrunk Enrichment Stores in Wembley Park, Brent, from 6 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. For thousands of years, people have gathered around fires to share stories. But this tradition is fading, and many are at risk of being lost. Now, a new story has arrived: faint as an ember, not yet ready to be told. It needs help to stay alive. Without care, the fire might fade, be forgotten or take on a dangerous new form. Fireside Tales is a show about the stories we tell, the ones we pass down, the ones we forget and what happens when we take the time to listen. Audiences are invited to step into a magical world where stories flicker like flames and imagination keeps them burning bright. Developed with schools, Fireside Tales encourages young audiences to draw, write and share their own stories. Writer and director Steve McCourt said: As someone who has dedicated their career to providing platforms for youth voice, ‘Fireside Tales’ stands as an exciting opportunity for the children of Brent and beyond to share their stories with the world. For millennia, we have gathered to share tales of resilience, hope and home - in an increasingly isolating world, it’s essential we hold on to that spark of imagination and the flame of community spirit. Punchdrunk Enrichment was founded in 2008 to take the innovative practice of Punchdrunk into communities and schools. Punchdrunk are celebrated as pioneers of a new form of theatre in which roaming audiences experience epic storytelling inside sensory theatrical worlds. Today, Punchdrunk Enrichment is an independent charity creating transformational theatrical experiences for education, community, and family audiences.   Previous productions include Enitan’s Game (the first show to be staged in the company’s own unique immersive venue, Punchdrunk Enrichment Stores, in Brent), The Lost Lending Library (Edinburgh International Festival and now touring internationally), Against Captain’s Orders  (created in partnership with the National Maritime Museum), Greenhive Green (which took place in a care home for older people including those with dementia) and digital experiences The Wild Visitor and Our Home Story. Brent-based theatre maker and educator Steve McCourt has created work alongside some of the most celebrated companies (Tall Stories, Blind Summit, Improbable) on some of the world’s most recognised stages, including the West End (The Lyric, The Vaudeville), Sydney Opera House and Bregenzer Festspiele. His work ignites intergenerational conversation and champions youth voice as a driver for change. Originally trained as a performer, Steve is an Associate Artist of The Arts Centre, Hounslow and Associate Director at Punchdrunk Enrichment. Punchdrunk Enrichment are based in Punchdrunk Enrichment Stores in Wembley Park. Their mission is to celebrate the power of the imagination and storytelling to empower young people to be the best that they can be, whilst offering training for educators and artists and providing support for local creatives. Brent residents can get a 20% discount on tickets for Fireside Tales by signing up to the Punchdrunk Enrichment mailing list. Fireside Tales will run at Punchdrunk Enrichment Stores in Wembley Park from 6th December 2025 to 4th January 2026. Tickets are priced from £15, and can be booked via punchdrunkenrichment.org

Photo: Wundrful World of Christmas A much-loved Christmas phenomenon is set to make its UK debut this winter, bringing an extraordinary festive experience to families, right in the heart of London. Having fully sold out last year and delighted thousands of families in Australia, Wundrful World of Christmas is now coming to the UK for the very first time. This 50-minute-long immersive, festive adventure will open in a specially selected venue just moments from Borough Market, transforming one of London’s most historic neighbourhoods into a world of Christmas magic. Set amongst the atmospheric streets of Southwark, with the scents of mulled wine, spices and seasonal treats in the air, Wundrful World of Christmas will offer a truly unforgettable seasonal experience, as families will be welcomed into a mixed reality realm filled with wonder and festive cheer. Photo: Wundrful World of Christmas Created by immersive entertainment company Wundr, and produced in partnership with UK-based Live Venture Group, the experience invites guests on a 50-minute walk-through, theatrical journey to the North Pole. Blending rich storytelling, live performance, dynamic animated content, projection screen technology, detailed sets and sensory design, Wundrful World of Christmas is a magical and interactive celebration of the season. Children and their grown-ups will journey through a series of fantastical rooms, guided by a cast of animated characters and real-life actors. They will have the chance to meet Santa’s hard-working elves, sort magical mail, and travel skyward in a simulated lift ride to explore a snowy ‘Wundrland’, enjoy festive tales with Mrs Claus in her cosy cottage, and finish with a heart-warming encounter and photo opportunity with Santa Claus himself, a family moment to treasure. Photo: Wundrful World of Christmas Perfect for young believers aged 3 to 8 and their families, Wundrful World of Christmas is a celebration of imagination, wonder and joy, offering a brand-new way to experience the magic of Christmas for families in London. Speaking on the experience, Andy Edwards and Justin James, Co-CEOs of Wundr, comment: We’re thrilled to be bringing Wundrful World of Christmas to the UK. The response to our concept has been incredible, and we’ve used that energy to deepen the magic, add surprises and create something even more unforgettable for the stunning Borough location. The UK can expect to see something really special this winter. Antony Warren and Mike Levin of Live Venture Group added: We are so excited to be partnering with Wundr as they transform iconic locations into exciting new worlds filled with magic and joy. We look forward to working with their creative team to help deliver an exceptional fan experience and offer our dynamic city a new and memorable location to celebrate the festive season. Photo: Wundrful World of Christmas Wundrful World of Christmas runs in Borough Yards near London Bridge from 7th November to 24th December 2025. Tickets are priced from £17.50 and include a group/family photo with Santa Claus. For more information and to book tickets, visit wundr.live/london

Image: Grant Walker/HUMBUG This festive season, dive into a full-throttle, immersive blowout of festive magic, mayhem and mischief as HUMBUG: Santa’s Christmas Dive Bar Experience makes its return to London for the festive season. Returning to its original location at the iconic Waterloo Vaults, HUMBUG is bringing back the Christmas magic to a fully transformed festive venue to deliver a vibrant, immersive party experience like no other. Santa’s been working overtime for centuries - now it’s time to return the favour. He’s back, and he's not just checking his list; he’s throwing the ultimate Christmas blowout. Humbug is taking festive cheer to the next level with a raucous 2-hour, immersive Christmas party, where the big man himself brings joy (and booze) on tap. Revellers are invited to party with the ONLY man who truly sleighs. Expect live music, Christmas cabaret sing-alongs, immersive storytelling, and hidden experiences. And for those who love to get merry the most, they will be rewarded with confetti cannons, festive surprises, and the most joyfully chaotic celebration on earth. Image: Grant Walker/HUMBUG At Humbug, guests step into a one-of-a-kind Christmas at Santa’s cherished watering hole, where party and performance collide in a whirlwind of high-energy antics, flamboyant theatrics, and festive surprises. Expect immersive storytelling, live performances, sing-alongs, games, and nonstop holiday fun! More than a themed bar, Humbug is a ticketed show that redefines Christmas celebrations, blending walkthrough theatre sets, dazzling special effects, a live band, and a world of festive mischief. At its heart, it’s an outrageous production that combines immersive storytelling with the energy of a wild Christmas party. With space for 256 guests per night, it’s the ultimate festive knees up with the greatest holiday tunes of all time, live on-stage entertainment, a massive hit of nostalgia and an epic house band playing every night, all set against a backdrop of colourful Christmas lights, dazzling neon, mistletoe and festive memorabilia. Image: Grant Walker/HUMBUG Explore Santa’s ‘Grotto’, a shrine dedicated to Mariah Carey - the queen of Christmas, as well as a festive-themed beer can bowling alley. Along the way, guests will encounter a line-up of the finest cabaret from HUMBUG regulars, including Daphne the sassy waitress, Rudie the ever-energetic landlord, Howard the mailman who will be delivering more than just ‘letters to Santa’, and of course the big man himself, whether he’s merry, moody, or slightly tipsy, Santa’s sure to spread the festive spirit. Throughout the night, guests can sip on festive tipples from HUMBUG’s ‘Naughty or Nice’ cocktail list, before tucking into a full menu of festive street food from Bang Bang Burger – including their legendary Christmas Humburgers. Created by Speakeasy Project, HUMBUG is no ordinary night out – it’s a wild, joy-fuelled celebration packed with great drinks, magical moments, and unapologetic festive fun. Whether visiting with friends, planning an office bash, or just chasing a guaranteed good time, HUMBUG delivers. This fully immersive experience rewards both the naughty and nice – and promises a night that’s anything but forgettable. Images: Grant Waler/HUMBUG HUMBUG will run from 18th November to 31st December 2025 at The Vaults, Leake Street. Tickets are on sale at 10am on 9th September 2025 via humbugchristmas.co.uk and are priced from £22.00 per person.

From boozy immersive dive-bars, to fantastical Christmas adventures and festive three-course meals, here are our recommendations for the best immersive shows in London this side of New Year's... With the nights drawing in and the temperature beginning to drop, Christmas is fast approaching. While London has no shortage of festive activities (we're looking at you Winter Wonderland..), you might be looking for something a bit more interactive and immersive. We've made a list, checked it twice, and these are our picks of London's best immersive experiences this Christmas. From family-friend festive adventures to immersive three-course meals and adults-only parties with Santa, these are the top immersive offerings this Christmas.. Phantom Peak: Christmas at the Peak - The Beast of Winter Hot on the heels of its excellent Halloween season, the town of Phantom Peak will get a festive makeover for Christmas at the Peak. A continuation of the show's ongoing story, this Christmas edition of the platypus-obsessed mining town will have 10 brand-new festive trails for guests to complete. Last year's Christmas season saw storylines including Father Platmus trying to escape imprisonment, the evil Dr Winter being visited by the ghosts of Past, Present and Future, and Leadbelly - the town's Health and Safety Officer attempting to crack down on unauthorised gift-giving. This year, there's an add-on experience where guests can visit Father Platmus in their Wintermas Grotto, which we're sure will be a great addition to what is already a jam-packed event. Guests will also be able to compete for the Sleigh Queen crown, join Hogwood's Holiday Film-a-thon, attend the Snow Ball, and those looking to sharpen their wits can test their skills in The Wintermas Games. To finish all the trails, you'll need at least two visits, but a one-off trip is still a great experience, with the various storylines you complete throughout the 4-hour long experience being wrapped up neatly during the closing ceremony. This Christmas, experience Phantom Peak’s very own alternative festive celebration, Wintermas! Step into a town brimming with Wintermas joy as the townsfolk prepare for the arrival of their very own seasonal being, Father Platmus! The town is in lockdown, with all your favourite characters gathered together to make sure the town is set for the big arrival. Imagine entering a vintage Victorian postcard from a parallel world, complete with an odd and slightly old-school Father Christmas figure, festive platypuses knitted by Serbian grandmothers, and a huge tree festooned with all kinds of whimsical Phantom Peak frippery! 📍 Canada Water 💰 From £39.99 🕒 24th November - 30th December 2023 🎟️ Book via phantompeak.com Wishmas: A Fantastical Christmas Adventure Secret Cinema return to London after an excursion up to Birmingham earlier in the year to mount a brand new, original show called Wishmas. The hour-long walk-through experience (which may be the new norm for the company..) will have guests journey alongside new wishes on their way to Father Christmas' workshop. The experience includes a ride on the Wishmas train, encounters with Wishkeepers and Robin, and, of course, a face-to-face with Father Christmas himself. There are various ticket types on offer, with upgrades including a private audience with Father Christmas and the chance to make your own memento in a crafts workshop. Wishmas is a captivating 60+ minute walkthrough experience that seamlessly blends the best of theatrical entertainment with the immersive wonder from Secret Cinema and Punchdrunk alums. Here, you'll encounter beloved and festive characters as you journey through the story of your Christmas wish. Wishmas is a breathtaking new standard of Christmas adventure, promising an unforgettable journey, teeming with incredible characters and mesmerising sights. 📍 Waterloo 💰 From £29.00 🕒 14th November 2023 - 7th January 2024 🎟️ Book via wishmas.co.uk Humbug: The Immersive Christmas Dive Bar The co-founder of Backyard Cinema and one of Immersive Everywhere's executive producers are bringing a new immersive experience to London this Christmas. Humbug - an immersive Christmas dive-bar is opening in Waterloo this November and will welcome guests into a 4-hour-long party with the big man himself. Split into two halves, with live music, festive DJ and sing-alongs following the 2-hour main show, this adults-only experience will see guests try to help Santa regain his Christmas spirit in his favourite watering hole alongside a cast of characters including the disgruntled dive bar waitress and a mailman who's lost all their letters to Santa. A mix of immersive storytelling, Christmas cabaret and festive cocktails, it promises to be a fun-filled party with something for everyone. Cocktails on offer will include 'The Grinch' and the 'Bah F****ing Humbug', which comes with a mince pie on top! Humbug is a brand-new Christmas adventure, set in a never-before-seen venue, hidden under Waterloo station. After uncovering the secret entrance, travel down a magical tunnel of Christmas lights to discover an unbelievable world of games and festivities. Here you will enjoy a 2-hour interactive show, where you meet Santa and his friends for a fun-filled evening of live performance and Christmas shenanigans. After the show the festivities continue into the night with live music, DJs, and sing-alongs. 📍 Waterloo 💰 From £29.50 🕒 15th November 2023 - 6th January 2024 🎟️ Book via humbugchristmas.co.uk The Great Christmas Feast - An Immersive Dining Experience The Great Christmas Feast is one of London's immersive dining mainstays. Now entering its sixth year, the show has quickly become many people's annual tradition - and for good reason. It's Christmas Eve 1894, and Charles Dickens is opening the doors to his home to guests - this immersive production of A Christmas Carol is famed for its world-class storytelling and excellent menu. Guests will tuck into a three-course meal designed by Ashley Clarke that's described as a 'love letter to Christmas in Victorian London'. From Smithfield Ham Hock Press or Covent Garden Pease Pudding for starters, and Michaelmas Duck or Tourte au Magi for your main, the meal is rounded off with Epiphany Tart - a black treacle and sweet ginger tart with Chantilly cream and mulled winter berry coulis. Additionally, there's a selection of Victorian-inspired cocktails on offer, including the legendary Smoking Bishop, the mysterious Rumfustian and the urbane Marley & Rye. With the backing of live music performed by violinist Guy Button, cellist Charlotte Kaslin and percussionist Beth Higham-Edwards, Alex Phelps (Shakespeare’s Globe) stars as Charles Dickens in the immersive show that's seen critical acclaim and sold out performances for the last five years. You'll see Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the Ghosts of Christmas come to life around you through the course of the 3-hour show. Travel back in time to Christmas Eve 1843 and step inside the enchanted home of Charles Dickens. As night draws in, Charles leads you and your fellow guests through a critically acclaimed immersive production of A Christmas Carol, accompanied by cinematic live music and a three-course Victorian feasting menu. Sold-out for five years and now in its sixth year, every Great Christmas Feast is a special occasion, and the experience continues to evolve. Bigger and better than ever before, a legendary night of feasting, drinking and fantasy awaits. Just remember – Marley was dead to begin with... 📍 West Kensington 💰 From £149.50 🕒 14th November - January 14th 2024 🎟️ Book via christmasfeast.thelostestate.com Velvet Pines - Immersive Christmas Party Swamp Motel has long been a shape-shifter when it comes to immersive experiences. With every new production, they seem to reinvent themselves. From the excellent Zoom-based escape experience Isklander, to The Drop - one of the most innovative and meta pieces of immersive entertainment we've ever experienced and more recently Saint Jude, the AI-infused audio experience that debuted earlier this year, no two Swamp Motel shows are the same. They return for Christmas with a brand-new experience - Velvet Pines. A mix of fine dining, immersive cabaret performances and meticulous set design, this immersive Christmas party is their most ambitious show to date. With a menu designed by Omar Foster (Masterchef 2023 Finalist), their retro-inspired but wholly inventive three-course menu includes Roasted Jerusalem artichoke, duck miso bourguignon and an iconic Bombe Alaska. By way of entertainment, there's a troupe of artists including aerial performer Angeliki Nikolakaki, performer Ash Weir (But I'm a Cheerleader - Turbine Theatre) and Ginger Johnson (currently on Series 5 of RuPaul's Drag Race UK) on select dates. Oh, did we also mention there's a yeti on the loose?! Welcome to the alpine town of Velvet Pines. The storm of the century is rolling in, and we’re cut off from rescue. You’ll need to brave the blizzard and take shelter at the hotel, populated by a cast of charming characters devoted to keeping your festive spirits up, even if the power in the town is down. Fortunately, this plucky ensemble has everything you need for an unforgettable Christmas party. Enjoy a drinks reception in the hotel... reception, then take your seat in the grand lodge, dripping in 70’s inspired design. The staff will be working hard to keep the emergency generator humming along as the dining hall plays host to a troupe of daring cabaret acts, a charismatic host and a truly sumptuous menu of incredible Christmas food and cocktails. 📍 London Bridge 💰 From £149.95 🕒 9th November - December 23rd 2023 🎟️ Book via velvetpines.co.uk For the latest news and updates on all things immersive in London, follow us on Twitter or Instagram 🎅

From boozy immersive dive bars, to fantastical Christmas adventures and festive three-course meals, here are our recommendations for the best immersive experiences in London this side of New Year's... With the nights drawing in and the temperature beginning to drop, Christmas is fast approaching. While London has no shortage of festive activities, you might be on the lookout for something a bit more interactive and immersive. We've made a list, checked it twice, and these are our picks of London's best immersive experiences this Christmas. From family-friend festive adventures to immersive three-course meals and adults-only parties with Santa, these are the top immersive offerings this Christmas... HUMBUG! Immersive Christmas Dive Bar Photo: Grant Walker Returning for 2024 following a sold-out season on Leake Street beneath Waterloo Station, HUMBUG is an immersive adults-only Christmas dive bar experience. Split into two halves, with live music, festive DJs and singalongs following the 2-hour main show, guests need to try and help Santa regain their Christmas spirit in his favourite watering hole alongside a cast of characters including Daphne, the disgruntled dive bar waitress, Rudy, the bar's overworked owner, and Howard the mailman, who's misplaced all of the letters addressed to Santa after one too many cocktails. This year, the experience is bigger than ever, taking over The Truman Brewery in Brick Lane, and includes brand-new rooms and spaces including a hectic mailroom, Santa’s ‘Grotto’, a shrine dedicated to the Queen of Christmas, Mariah Carey, and a festive themed beer can bowling alley. Throughout the night, guests can sip on festive tipples from HUMBUG’s ‘Naughty or Nice’ cocktail menu including the ‘Bah F*****g Humbug’, which comes with a mince pie on top, before refuelling in the spacious outdoor courtyard where they can tuck into a full menu of festive-themed street food from Bang Bang Burger. Photo: Grant Walker Santa’s been working overtime for centuries and he’s hit breaking point so, of course, he’s back at his favourite dive bar where Christmas cheer (and booze) is available on tap. Along with some of Santa’s closest friends, guests will be tasked with bringing their Christmas A-game, ready to help the big man get his groove back and, as long as they do, everyone will be rewarded with an epic party complete with confetti canons, merriment and festive surprises. Photos: Grant Walker 📍 Brick Lane 💰 From £25.00 🕒 14th November - 31st December 2024 🎟️ Book via humbugchristmas.co.uk PHantom Peak's Wintermas Photo: Alistair Veryard Hot on the heels of its excellent Halloween season, the town of Phantom Peak will once again be getting a festive makeover for its Christmas offering, Wintermas. Continuing the show's ongoing story, this festive version of the platypus-obsessed mining town will have 10 brand-new festive trails for guests to complete. Last year's Wintermas saw the return of demigod Father Platmas, who vowed to take down JONACO following their imprisonment in a make-shift jail during Phantom Peak's first Wintermas. Mayor Pocket, who had just been re-elected, cordoned off a large part of town around Father Platmas' Grotto and a Defence Centre was erected to try and keep them at bay - a plan that ultimately failed. The specifics of what's in store this Wintermas are still under wraps, but it's safe to assume that the town will be on high alert for the return of the man in purple. To finish all the trails on offer at Phantom Peak you'll need at least two visits, but a one-off trip is still a great experience, with the various storylines you complete throughout the 4-hour long experience all getting wrapped up neatly during the closing ceremony. Photos: Alistair Veryard Step into Phantom Peak's one-of-a-kind Wintermas celebrations, where festive fun meets the usual adventures and mystery of town. Join Mayor Pocket, Dr Winter, and all of your favourite townsfolk as we present a season full of surprises, schemes, shivers, and secrets - a season where the town itself faces the biggest challenge yet. Phantom Peak is a family-friendly experience, and the free-roaming, experience-at-your-own-pace design of the show means you can take a break from the storylines at any time and pick them back up without missing anything. There's a string of additional activities on offer beside the trails, including carnival games, Afternoon Tea, Father Platmas Grotto visits and the Wintermas Puzzle Hunt for those looking to pack their visit full of extra festive cheer. 📍 Canada Water 💰 From £42.00 🕒 21st November 2024 - 19th January 2025 🎟️ Book via phantompeak.com The Great Christmas Feast - An Immersive Dining Experience Photo: The Lost Estate The Great Christmas Feast is one of London's immersive dining mainstays. Now entering its seventh year, the show is quickly become many people's annual tradition - and for good reason. It's Christmas Eve 1894, and Charles Dickens is opening the doors to his home to guests - this immersive production of A Christmas Carol is famed for its world-class storytelling and excellent menu. Guests will tuck into a three-course meal designed by Ashley Clarke that's described as a 'love letter to Christmas in Victorian London'. From Smithfield Pressing or Spiced Beets Terrine for starters and Confit Gressingham Duck or Devon Tart for your main, the meal is rounded off with Twelfth Night Cake. Additionally, there's a selection of Victorian-inspired cocktails on offer including the legendary Smoking Bishop, Pear Tree Cup, and the House Punch. Alex Phelps (Shakespeare’s Globe) stars as Charles Dickens in the immersive show that's seen critical-acclaim and sold-out performances for the last five years. You'll see Scrooge, Tiny Tim and the Ghosts of Christmas come to life around you through the course of the 3-hour show. Christmas Eve. Charles Dickens – writer, performer, occasional magician – is preparing his famous annual feast at his home near Regents Park. This year is very different. Charles has spent months stalking the City at midnight; locked in his study, weeping and gaffawing at who knows what; ushering vast theatrical machines into his home amid the pre-dawn light. Tonight, you, and his other guests, will discover why. Tonight, ‘A Christmas Carol’, the greatest festive tale ever told, will be born. 📍 West Kensington 💰 From £135.00 🕒 1st November 2024 - 12th January 2025 🎟️ Book via christmasfeast.thelostestate.com Dead Hard - Immersive Christmas Drag Panto Photo: Yippee Theatre Brand new immersive theatre company, Yippee Theatre, will debut their first production this festive season at COLAB Tower on South Bank. Dead Hard is an immersive drag pantomime, which will lovingly send up the long-debated Christmas classic, Die Hard (which is 100% a Christmas film by the way!). The show will see Hands Grubber and John McClean facing off against each other over the course of 150 minutes. Expect plenty of lip-sync battles, thrilling heist scenes, and unexpected romantic moments, all set to a soundtrack that will have you singing along. Photos: Yippee Theatre Audiences will follow fabulous drag queen Hands Grubber and the daring John McClean. Join John as they journey from being a gym bro to exploring their sexuality through a series of explosive encounters and comedic twists. All set against the backdrop of a Christmas party gone wrong, this production pushes the boundaries of traditional pantomime through a completely immersive environment. Taking on the role of the antagonist, Hands Grubber is Toby Osmond (Game of Thrones, Summerland) who will perform alongside their counterpart, Alex Dowding (NewsRevue, Jack and the Beanstalk) as John McClean. Calum Robshaw (East 15 Acting School, Boomtown Festival) is multi-rolling as Theo/Neo when siding with Grubber and as Holly, McClean’s wife. Jacqui Bardelang (The Nevers, BATSU!) appears as Towel in this riotous parody of a Christmas tale! 📍 London Bridge 💰 From £32.00 🕒 10th December 2024 - 12th January 2025 🎟️ Book via colabtheatre.co.uk Viola’s Room – A Christmas Tale While Punchdrunk's latest show, Viola's Room, may have been running since May at the company's Woolwich headquarters, it's had a festive re-theme ahead of its final performances on 23rd December. Based on Barry Pain's gothic short story, The Moon Slave, Viola's Room invites guests to explore a maze of rooms and passageways barefoot, while listening to Helena Bonham Carter’s narration through headphones. Over the course of 45 minutes, visitors follow the story of Princess Viola, a teenage girl who finds herself drawn to the centre of a hedge maze one evening and compulsively dances for hours on end after surrendering her free will to the Moon. It's a wonderfully moody and atmospheric experience which is unlike anything else on offer in London. From 20 November through to the end of the run, Viola’s Room will undergo a festive transformation with the launch of Viola’s Room: A Christmas Tale. Featuring Christmas music alongside other seasonal twists, visitors will be able to experience a different version of Punchdrunk’s intimate, linear immersive tale. An audio-driven journey through a moonlit fever dream. Barefoot and wearing headphones, audiences feel their way through a labyrinthine installation as an unseen narrator reveals a story of innocence lost and obsession unleashed. Written by Booker Prize-shortlisted Daisy Johnson, Viola’s Room reimagines a classic gothic mystery for a new audience. It distils two decades of Punchdrunk’s immersive practice into an intimate sensory adventure that promises to infuse the dreams of anyone who dares to follow the light. Photo: Julian Abrams/Punchdrunk 📍 Woolwich 💰 From £28.50 🕒 20th November - 23rd December 2024 🎟️ Book via punchdrunk.com Jury Games: Death at the Office Christmas Party Photo: Jury Games Jury Games were born in the midst of the 2020 lockdowns. The brainchild of Tom Black, Joe Ball, Edward Andrews and Ellie Russo, the Zoom-based immersive experience invited attendees to become jury members, who were asked to look over the evidence, talk to suspects and deliberate over their final verdict. With the show becoming a runaway success that ran throughout the pandemic, it later transferred to Theatre Deli near Aldgate for a real-life version. Throughout December on select dates, players can take on Death at the Office Christmas Party, a slightly sillier, festive version of a typical Jury Games show. Over the course of 90 minutes, you'll be reviewing physical evidence, sworn statements, and CCTV footage, as well as interrogating a couple of hungover suspects, to try and get to the bottom of what happened at the office Christmas party in which the company's CEO was found dead. The high-flying CEO of a ride-sharing app dropped dead at his office Christmas party last night. Police suspect foul play but have little to go on. The room was full of witnesses, but can you distinguish the useless gossip from the crucial leads? By comparing CCTV evidence and witness statements with information you can get by questioning two very hungover eyewitnesses, you have a chance of putting together the pieces of last night. Was the boss's sudden death an accident? And if it wasn't, who's to blame? Photo: Jury Games 📍 Aldgate 💰 From £41.65 🕒 6th - 21st December 2024 🎟️ Book via jurygames.com Once Upon a Kingswood Christmas Returning for its second year at Kingswood Arts in Sydenham Hill, Once Upon A Kingswood Christmas is an immersive promenade show designed with families in mind. Running between 45-50 minutes long, the experience takes visitors through several beautiful sets, as characters welcome them into a bespoke Christmas Tale in which they need to help Bella find the Fairtyale Alliance, rescue Father Christmas from the clutches of the Snow Queen and save the festive season. The show has been created by Cerebrum Entertainment, who have previously created immersive experiences for the likes of Warner Bros, New Line Cinema, Amazon Prime and Paramount+. Photo: Cerebrum Entertainment Delve into the magical world of 'Once Upon a Kingswood Christmas' and embark on a journey that will spark wonder and joy in the hearts of both young and old. Our show is a celebration of love, family, and the true spirit of Christmas. Immerse yourself in a captivating tale that will transport you to a winter wonderland like no other. Let your imagination soar as you discover the origins, traditions, and joyous inspirations behind this new and exciting Christmas Fairytale. With every moment you spend, you'll be captivated, amazed, and filled with the warmth of the holiday season. Photos: Cerebrum Entertainment 📍 Kingswood Arts, Sydenham Hill 💰 From £20.00 (Group of 4 for £60.00) 🕒 14th - 24th December 2024 🎟️ Book via onceuponachristmas.uk For the latest news and updates on all things immersive in London, follow us on Instagram 🎅

Secret Cinema has announced its long-awaited return today, with a new production based on the 1978 film 'Grease'. The show will run at Evolution London in Battersea Park from 1st August until 7th September 2025. It's the company's first London production adapting a film since 2022's Guardians of the Galaxy in Wembley Park. The two-and-a-half-hour experience will have over 30 performers amidst giant multi-screen platforms in an immersive theatrical setting, and will be directed by Olivier Award-winning actor, Aerialist and Creative Director Matt Costain, whose previous productions for Secret Cinema include Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Dirty Dancing. Director Matt Costain said: Secret Cinema returns bigger and better than ever, offering an experience like never before. We’ve always pioneered spectacular immersive worlds that culminated in an epic film screening. Now, in this new production of Grease, you’ll live the film from start to finish, fully absorbed in its heart. With the movie playing all around you and performances at every turn, you’ll really become part of the action. Secret Cinema Producer, Merritt Baer, said in a statement: I am thrilled that Secret Cinema is returning home to London for the first time since 2022, and what could be more electrifying than spending those summer nights with Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical. The move to Evolution London in Battersea Park marks both Secret Cinema’s most central location yet and the start of a three-year partnership that will see our world-class creative team present an iconic production each summer. Prepare to step back into your favourite movies with a dose of cinematic immersive flair that only Secret Cinema can deliver. The show is the first in a multi-year deal with Evolution London, which will also host Secret Cinema experiences in the summer of 2026 and 2027. Secret Cinema last staged an immersive version of Grease in Summer 2023 at Birmingham NEC with Grease: The Live Experience. Grease: The Immersive Movie Musical will run from 1st August to 7th September 2025 at Evolution London in Battersea Park. For more info and to sign up for pre-sale access, visit greasetheimmersivemoviemusical.com

Image: Peppa Pig: Surprise Party PEPPA PIG: Surprise Party, a groundbreaking immersive experience for preschool-aged children presented by Immersive Everywhere, and developed in collaboration with Hasbro, the leading games, IP and toy company, will open at Metrocentre Gateshead in spring 2026, Promising an oink-tastic adventure, PEPPA PIG: Surprise Party invites little ones and their families to step inside the beloved animated series where they’ll explore Peppatown, meet Peppa’s friends and help plan the ultimate surprise celebration for Peppa herself. Blending live puppetry and theatrical performance with digital storytelling and sensory play, visitors are invited to explore at their own pace and engage with the experience however they like, meaning no two visits will ever be the same. Hopping aboard ‘The Big Train’ to enter the experience, guests will meet plenty of Peppa’s friends along the way while helping with everything from choosing the perfect gift with Miss Rabbit and, of course, making sure the party cake is ready on time! Families can freely explore recognisable locations from the globally successful animated television series – including Peppa’s House and The Aquarium - each packed with exciting hands-on activities before ending with a very special surprise party. The 115-minute-long adventure will culminate in a showstopping celebration with Peppa’s family at Peppa’s House, complete with party hats, giggles and maybe even a few muddy puddles. Adding to the fun, PEPPA PIG: Surprise Party will also be home to Party Rooms for private birthday celebrations, set to open shortly after launch. PEPPA PIG: Surprise Party brings Peppa’s world to life in a way families have never seen before - giving children the opportunity to interact directly with their favourite characters. Filled with playful hands-on activities that spark imagination, creativity and joyful learning, the experience is set to create lasting memories - and take its place as a much-loved addition to Newcastle’s family entertainment space. Ahead of the full attraction launch next spring, on 28th November 2025, ‘PEPPA PIG Market’ will open at Metrocentre, offering families an early glimpse into the experience. Drawing inspiration from Peppa’s ‘Shopping’ episode, the interactive retail space combines exclusive merchandise with playful experiences, inviting young visitors to grab a trolley, explore the aisles, and head to the checkout just like Peppa and her family. Image: Peppa Pig: Surprise Party Tickets to PEPPA PIG: Surprise Party will be priced from £15.00 per adult and £20.00 per child. To find out more and sign up for the exclusive pre-sale from 18th November 2025, visit peppapigsurpriseparty.co.uk Tickets will go on general sale on 20th November and will be available to purchase online and in PEPPA PIG Market when it opens its doors on 28th November.

Photo: Alex Brenner The Paddington Bear Experience at County Hall on London’s South Bank is to get a festive makeover ahead of the Christmas season. With decorations including a 5.5 metre centrepiece Christmas tree, and festive treats including gingerbread paws, mince pies and orange hot chocolate, guests can celebrate Christmas within Paddington’s world from Saturday 16th November 2024 until Sunday 5th January 2025. Visitors are invited to step into Paddington’s world and embark on an exciting immersive adventure through some of the most memorable locations from the Paddington stories. Starting with the hustle and bustle of Paddington Station, guests are greeted by a friendly Station Master and taken on a lively train journey through London’s most famous landmarks all the way to the Browns’ charming house at No. 32 Windsor Gardens. Photos: Alex Brenner Once inside the famous tree-adorned hallway, the Brown family whisk guests into a whirlwind of multi-sensory activities as they need to help Paddington and his family prepare for a very special occasion – The Marmalade Day Festival. With numerous themed rooms to explore, interactive games, character interactions, and lots of surprises along the way, the adventure culminates in a very special Windsor Garden Street party where visitors have the chance to enjoy the Marmalade Day festival. A range of food (including Paddington’s famous marmalade sandwich) and beverages are available to all, as well as an opportunity to enjoy fun and games with the Brown family. Photo: Alex Brenner The Paddington Bear Experience’s festive offering launches ahead of the bear’s latest cinematic outing, Paddington In Peru, which opens in UK cinemas on 8th November. The new film will see Paddington return home to the Peruvian jungle to visit his Aunt Lucy, now a resident at the Home for Retired Bears. With The Brown Family and Mrs Bird in tow, a thrilling adventure ensues when a mysterious disappearance plunges them into an unexpected journey from the Amazon rainforest to the mountain peaks of Peru. Photos: Alex Brenner The Paddington Bear Experience is currently running at County Hall on South Bank. To find out more and book tickets, visit paddingtonbearexperience.com

Image: Punchdrunk UPDATE: Punchdrunk's LANDER 23 has now been delayed to November 2025 Groundbreaking immersive theatre company Punchdrunk have today announced its new project, LANDER 23, will premiere at its home in Woolwich, London, from 17 September 2025. A live action video game, LANDER 23 sees the immersive theatre pioneers collide with the world of gaming as never before, as audiences become players in a multiplayer stealth game. With genuine agency and true video game mechanics, LANDER 23 promises to become the 'next generation of immersive experience' according to the company. LANDER 23 splits players into two squads - Command (Drivers) and Ground Team (Fields). As the Fields navigate the alien landscape, they’ll rely solely on the voice and guidance of their Drivers, stationed aboard the ship. All players will wear a vest and headphones throughout the experience, which will feature pre-recorded performances and no live actors. A radical new format for Punchdrunk, LANDER 23 runs full pelt into the wilds of uncharted territory for them, and will undergo rigorous testing and iteration with live players. To recognise the early access nature of the first weeks of performances, all tickets (which must be purchased in multiples of two) are priced at £23, and those attending previews will be invited to play, provide feedback, and influence the future of the game. Players attending during previews may not experience the fully realised game, but will play a work-in-progress with full gaming and theatrical mechanics. From 7 October, standard pricing will apply. Felix Barrett Photo: Stephen Dobbie Felix Barrett, Artistic Director of Punchdrunk said: To make a video game live - and specifically a AAA adventure game - is the holy grail for me; to take the complete submersion in a world and the endless choice of where you go, who you talk to, how you choose to play the game, and to make that real. The future is inevitably tech-driven - how can we, as a company that is built on the magic of live experiences, create something that is not just as compelling as an evening on Fortnite or Zelda, but that elevates that experience to something more engrossing. Something which fires up both hemispheres of the brain, removes the passivity of sitting in a chair, and has a far longer-lasting impact. That’s our ambition for LANDER 23 - create the ultimate antidote to screens: instead of sitting on the sofa in front of your TV, what would happen if you threw away your controller, stepped inside the game and became your own avatar - relying on your ingenuity, dexterity and courage to survive. In real time. In real life. LANDER 23 will be a genuine live video game with integrated technology that brings video game mechanics to life. All the tropes that players know and love - maps guiding you to your goal, lives that can be lost and regenerated - will exist in LANDER 23. In the spirit of sustainability and accountability, the company will be repurposing the extraordinary world of Troy from The Burnt City - reimagined for a new narrative. LANDER 23's full description is as follows: The Lander Division of the Centre for Astrobiology is responsible for exploring the outer realms of the galaxy. No division goes further or deeper into the unknown. Tasked with discovering uncharted territories, exploring the outermost reaches and bringing back valuable data to the mothership. A week ago, the crew of Lander 23 vanished while harvesting a new and valuable energy source. A distress signal, then silence. You are the next crew in. Your mission is clear – continue their job without the same happening to you. Time is not on your side. The environment is treacherous. There are hidden dangers lurking in the shadows. Do not deviate from the mission. The experience has been conceived, directed & designed by Felix Barrett, with Kath Duggan and Joel Scott co-directing. LANDER 23's game systems have been created by Meaning Machine, who create 'premium, author-driven AI characters that can play meaningful roles in the stories and objectives of their human creators'. LANDER 23 will begin previews on 5th November 2025, and will run until 30th March 2026 at One Cartridge Place, Woolwich. Tickets are priced from £23.00 for preview performances, from £41 for non-preview dates, and can be purchased via punchdrunk.com

This November, get ready for cosmic adventure and unexpected surprise as Riverside Studios plays host to The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy Live Show. From 15th November 2025 to 15th February 2026, join Arthur Dent, Zaphod Beeblebrox, Fenchurch and the most unlikely crew in the history of galactic adventure as they escape the destruction of Earth and set out on a quest to uncover the mysteries of Life, the Universe and Everything, armed with little more than a towel and one VERY depressed robot. The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Live Show features a mix of pre-recorded celebrity voices and live performers, including well-loved British talent actor and comedian Sanjeev Bhaskar as the voice of Prostetnic Vogon Jeltz, the infamous alien bureaucrat with a mission to destroy the Earth. Lenora Crichlow will voice Tricia McMillian, also known as Trillian, while journalist Samira Ahmed will appear as a newsreader reporting on the planet’s impending doom. BAFTA nominee Tamsin Greig will be the voice of The Guide, the ever-present source of wisdom and guidance throughout the story. Photos: Tamsin Greig, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Samira Ahmed Accompanying the line-up of celebrity voices in The Hitchiker's Guide to the Galaxy Live Show is a stellar cast of live actors including Benjamin Durham (101 Dalmatians, UK Tour) and Robert Thompson (Unforgivable, ITV) as Arthur Dent, Oliver Britten (Down Cemetery Road, Apple TV+) and Matt Colyer (Phantom Peak) as Ford Prefect, Kat Johns-Burke (Peaky Blinders: The Rise) as Fenchurch, Andrew Evans (The Polar Express) as Marvin the Paranoid Android, Lee VG (Only Fools and Horses: The Musical, Theatre Royal Haymarket) as Zaphod Beeblebrox, Richard Costello (Death of England, National Theatre) as Slartibartfast, Angelis Hunt (TINA: The Tina Turner Musical, Aldwych) and Aya Elmansouri (Cinderella, Gatehouse) as Humma Kavula, Briony Scarlett as Eccentrica Gallumbits and Tom Bowen as Wowbagger, with Alex Anthony Fevrier (Jesus Christ Superstar, Watermill) and Tamara Saffir (Grease, Secret Cinema). Co-Created by Arvind Ethan David, protégé of Douglas Adams, this immersive experience invites audiences into a brilliantly imaginative universe unfolding across a series of interconnected spaces. Moving from pub to spaceships to alien planets across the whole of Riverside Studios, room to room, participants encounter paranoid androids, all-knowing AIs, exotic aliens and are offered the chance to find their own ultimate meaning (which may or may not be 42..). Image: The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy A story infused with Adams’ razor-sharp wit and surprising emotional depth, paired with music and dance, the experience delivers laughter, connection and an unforgettable adventure for longtime admirers of Douglas Adams and newcomers alike. The evening begins in a rather unusual pub, where guests can settle in with a drink before being swept into a story filled with spectacle and cosmic mischief. From there, the adventure takes flight as participants hitch a ride on a passing spaceship, encounter interdimensional mice, and uncover the secrets of the universe in the most absurd and entertaining ways imaginable. Speaking ahead of the show's opening, co-creator Arvind Ethan David commented: I first met Douglas when I was 18 years old, and he changed my life by inviting me into his orbit. 30 years later, it’s a singular honour to bring his masterwork, absurd and profound in equal measure, to new audiences, in a partnership with a world-class group of artists With its combination of sharp comedy, big ideas and immersive storytelling, this is a production that will appeal to long-time fans of Adams’ work as well as those discovering its joyful madness for the very first time. The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy Live Show will run from 15th November 2025 to 15th February 2026 at Riverside Studios in Hammersmith. Standard tickets are priced from £42.00, and VIP tickets are priced from £72.00. For more information and to book tickets, visit hitchhikerslive.com Warning: Side effects may include sudden existential dread, unexpected hyperspatial detours and a burning desire for a really good cup of tea.

Image: Inventive Productions This September, London opens the iron gates to Hexmoor, an immersive cocktail adventure like no other - where dark magic runs deep, potions flow freely, and you become part of the story. From the minds behind viral sensations Alcotraz, Moonshine Saloon, and Avora, comes a thrilling new theatrical experience set inside a wizarding prison and cell block for sorcerers, where potions are your only way out. Alongside our world exists an unknown and unseen magic world. Those who commit crimes of dark arts within this world get sentenced to Hexmoor, a hidden penitentiary for rogue sorcerers. You will start your experience by being pulled out of the ordinary world into a secret passageway that leads to the large iron gates of Hexmoor. You will be met by Cordelia Constance-Xanthe, a powerful sorceress and the Head of Hexmoor Penitentiary, who will introduce the inmates to their new life behind bars - a life complete with the consumption of ‘potions’ that work to dampen the magical abilities of the prisoners. Image: Inventive Productions The day that you are convicted is of great importance, as it is the day on which a prophecy talks of the rise of an evil dark wizard and a team of prisoners who will defeat them. During your time at the ‘magical bar behind bars’, you can expect to cross paths and collude with the wizard prisoners of Hexmoor and the guards who contain them, discover secret areas and even travel through an ethereal portal, hidden within a fireplace in Hexmoor, to a real working Wand Shop. Visiting inmates will don their official jumpsuits and rub shoulders with the notorious dark arts wizards who call Hexmoor home. Combining immersive theatre, film-like set design, magical special effects and world-class cocktails, Hexmoor will transport you to a world you can only imagine. Whilst the immersive experience unfolds, guests will enjoy three magical cocktails crafted by a team of mixologists, or more appropriately, hexologists. Intended to dampen abilities, with the right hex, these potions will enhance your time behind bars. Image: Inventive Productions Created by Inventive Productions, the team behind the world-famous prison cocktail experience Alcotraz, the Wild-West world of Moonshine Saloon and the out-of-this-world Avora, Hexmoor is the world’s first immersive, wizarding prison experience and promises guests the experience of mysticism and alchemy. Sam Shearman, creator of Hexmoor and founder of Inventive Productions, comments: Having successfully launched various experiences that cross multiple genres and themes, we can’t wait to take the best bits of them all and combine them into the hugely exciting wizarding world of Hexmoor. Our hope is to bring something entirely new to the interactive and immersive space, offering a little bit of escapism and fun to our audience. Hexmoor runs from 19th September 2025 near Hoxton station. Tickets are priced from £44.50 per person, and include three cocktails. For more information, and to book tickets, visit hexmoor.co.uk

Image: Peter Broughton Immersive Rumours: Hi Peter, thanks for speaking with us today. Do you mind introducing yourself and telling us a bit about where people would know you from? Peter Broughton: I'm Peter Broughton. I'm an actor, puppeteer, and immersive theatre maker. People probably best know me from Bacchanalia, which I co-created and assistant-directed, and also performed in as Dionysus. I’ve also been in shows like Phantom Peak and The West with COLAB Theatre, and last year I was Paddington Bear in Paddington Lo-Comotion in Oxford. IR: How long have you been working in the immersive world for? PB: At the tail end of the pandemic, I got a job at Doctor Who: Time Fracture and moved to London. I'm a huge Doctor Who fan, so I was stoked to be involved in any way. Soon after, I also started working at The Great Gatsby immersive show, which was upstairs in the same building, so I’d be running up and down between the two, meeting people and networking as I went. It was a really magical time, and I developed a nose for who was interested in making work and who I could collaborate with. In traditional theatre, if you’re at the box office, you can’t stop a huge TV executive who happens to be passing through and say, 'Hi, here’s why I’m perfect for your next project', but in immersive, you’re already within the performative space. Photo supplied by Peter Broughton IR: At the end of September, you’re debuting Creature as part of COLAB Invitational Theatre Festival. Can you tell us a bit about the show and what people can expect? PB: Absolutely. Creature is a one-audience-member experience. In the show, you’re Victor Frankenstein, kidnapped on your wedding night, and physically moved through the space in a wheelchair. The story is told by the creature, who keeps reminding you, 'I told you I’d be here. You knew this was coming.' It’s about rejection and abandonment, told through immersive techniques, puppetry, and binaural audio. It’s intense but relatively short. IR: As you just mentioned, Creature is only for one audience member at a time. What is it about that format that’s so interesting to you as a creator? PB: With large-scale, free-roaming immersive shows, storytelling can get lost. Scaling everything down and making it clearer is the way to go. With my work as part of Sleepwalk, I was adamant that all the key bits of plot were visible and that all the key story moments happened when everyone came together. Seeing The Manikins: a work in progress made me realise that creating a one-audience-member show was achievable for me. I also noticed just how popular one-on-ones are at Punchdrunk, when fans rush to get into them. They really want that exclusive private moment, and it showed me the level of demand for this kind of experience. IR: What drew you to Frankenstein as the source material for the show? PB: This show is a very unfaithful adaptation. It's not so much about a man playing god; it’s about the creature itself. It explores how it feels to be created only to be discarded. My biological father left when I was very young. That raw feeling of 'You brought me into the world - step up!' is huge for me. In the show, the creature feels the same sense of abandonment. He’s one of a kind, completely alone, needing his creator’s support, and he’s not shy about letting you know when he’s angry, confused, or about to do something really unpleasant. I resonate with that energy, and it’s at the heart of the piece. Photo: Alex Walton IR: And where did the decision to have the audience sit in a wheelchair for the duration of the show come from? PB: Accessibility. Too often, shows advertise wheelchair access, then surprise you with stairs. Here, the wheelchair is built into the show. My parents have mobility issues and struggled to see past shows, so it made sense to design it this way. I’ve also found the movement of the chair a useful creative tool: in this show, the set, the lights, the characters, and even your seat are puppeteered. IR: Speaking of puppets, within the show, you’re going to be puppeting the creature. Who else is involved in this run at COLAB Tower? PB: I’ve been working on the audio with Hanna Gardner, my best mate from university. She’s an amazing musician, and the binaural audio is one of the most important elements of the show and really shapes the audience’s experience. My other pals, Jessica Southwood plays Igor, Elena Sirett is handling lighting and stage management, and Alice Thomas has a secret role. The show’s textile and graphic design is by my beautiful partner, Audrey Rodriguez. We recently recorded some of the audio at Hanna’s flat, and I was screaming into a mic while her cats looked at me like, 'What is happening?' Moments like that are why I love immersive theatre: it’s unpredictable and a bit weird. IR: You’ve had opportunities to do puppetry previously, most notably in Bacchanalia and Paddington Lo-Comotion, but is Creature the first time you’ve had total control over the use of puppetry? PB: Yeah. Thanks to the Kickstarter, I’ve been full-time on this project for a couple of months. It’s a huge privilege. Stressful? Absolutely. But creatively, it’s been incredible. I’ve learned new skills and had the chance to make something with friends I trust. I'm excited to be able to work on my craft in both puppetry and immersive theatre. Peter Broughton in Bacchanalia (2023) Photo: Ivy Corbin IR: How have you found designing and creating the life-size puppet for the show? That must be quite the task. PB: Yeah, it’s a challenge. I had to find the right level of creepiness. Inspired by Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared, we're mixing familiar children’s TV aesthetics with horror. It’s a full-body puppet designed to be operated the same way as Big Bird from Sesame Street. I love making puppetry for adults: people often assume it’s kids’ stuff, but after a little while, the audience starts connecting with the puppet and forgetting about the puppeteer. Big puppets like in [the West End version of] Totoro or the ones in Spirited Away help immerse you in the world, and kids do it naturally because they’ve not been told to stop imagining yet. IR: And where do you think your love of puppetry came from? PB: VHS tapes of the old Muppet movies. Jim Henson’s work is magical: his characters balanced chaos and gentleness, like Gonzo firing himself out of a cannon one second and singing a heartfelt song the next. I recently saw some of Henson’s puppets in New York, and it was a very emotional experience for me (ask my girlfriend). Seeing his full-body puppets in the same room, like Big Bird from Sesame Street, helped me understand how it functions. I also saw Kermit and completely lost it. My girlfriend was like, 'Aw, honey, why are you crying over these puppets?' IR: I think I would have the same reaction to be fair… PB: I was like, 'It’s Kermit! What do you want me to do?!' Growing up with that, it really shaped how I think about puppetry, and now working in immersive theatre, it seemed like a no-brainer to merge my passions and create something for people like me - who cry at puppets. Photos supplied by Peter Broughton IR: What do you think is next for Creature after the performances at COLAB Invitational Theatre? PB: Hopefully, festivals or wherever there are available spaces around London. I’ve been in talks to stage it at Vaulty Towers’ basement, or maybe even in the Vaults in Waterloo. Camden Fringe? The show can scale up or down depending on the space and opportunity. That’s the way I designed it. I’ll take anywhere that will have me. IR: Finally, where is the puppet going to go after this? PB: Honestly, I've got no idea. Right now, my flat has been taken over by the bloody thing. Hopefully, it’ll be brought out again, but in the meantime, it might have to live in my grandma’s garage. She’ll be really happy about that, I’m sure. Peter Broughton's Creature is at COLAB Invitational Theatre Festival at COLAB Tower on the 26th and 27th September 2025. Tickets are sold out. To stay up to date on Creature, follow @creature.immersive on Instagram. You can also follow Peter's work at @peterbroughtonactor on Instagram, and via peterbroughtoncreative.com