London Bubble Theatre

London Bubble Theatre Our work frees people’s creative voices to foster a more connected and equal society.

Family friendly performances, community projects with children, young people & elderly and drama classes for all ages

21/08/2026

It’s show time!! Our young people have been working incredibly hard all week coming up with their Tales From The Thames play ‘Have You Heard?’ 🎭💜

Beginning in a bustling pub in 2026 and travelling all the way back to the 1970s, we uncover the stories, secrets and rumours of a riverside town said to be haunted by a ghost…

From street performers and yoga classes to children playing freely beyond the glow of screens, each era reveals a community rich with character and connection. Wander through the Thames market, grab a fishing rod or cod for tea and discover the tales echoed through generations. Join us as we venture further in the past with one question remaining: Have you heard?

Thank you to our funders for supporting us on this project.

The moment you have been waiting for is here 🎉We’re so excited for the return of our Young Touring Company (previously k...
17/08/2026

The moment you have been waiting for is here 🎉

We’re so excited for the return of our Young Touring Company (previously known as Young Theatre Makers), celebrating 15 years, 20 cohorts and over 150 young people impacted. 🎭

Join us and work alongside professional theatre-makers to devise, rehearse and tour an original play inspired by issues affecting young people today.

•Gain access to the arts industry
•Develop performance skills
•Build your self-confidence
•Develop transferable skills
•Make new friends

The entire project runs from the 29th September to 4th December:
🗓️Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰11am – 5pm
📍London Bubble Theatre, SE16 4JD

This programme is FREE! Travel is reimbursed and lunch is provided. 💙

You MUST be aged 18-25 and able to commit to day time sessions for 10 weeks.

You’ll end the programme with a special showcase celebrating your cohort’s achievements, and after the programme you can join our network of hundreds of young people receiving ongoing mentoring, skills-development workshops and trips to the theatre. 🤩

We welcome people who have experienced barriers to the arts and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

🔗Sign up on our website. Link in bio!

Many thanks to our funders for supporting this project: Arts Council England The Skinners' Company Jack Petchey Foundation

This week, we’ve been working with young people from Speakerbox Southwark Council on a fashion-forward, theatrical summe...
13/08/2026

This week, we’ve been working with young people from Speakerbox Southwark Council on a fashion-forward, theatrical summer project! 🧵🎭

Check out some of their fabulous designs as they put the final touches on their character’s looks. Next stop: the red-carpet runway! 🤩

Come see Tales From The Thames 🎭Join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor play created by local young people, inspired by the ...
04/08/2026

Come see Tales From The Thames 🎭

Join us for a one-of-a-kind outdoor play created by local young people, inspired by the River Thames and what makes Bermondsey home.

Devised and performed by local teenagers in just one-week, this original piece of theatre brings together imagination, creativity and plenty of surprises.

Where this story goes is anyone’s guess…🤷‍♀️

📅 Friday 21 August
⏰ 4pm – 4.30pm
📍 Meet us at London Bubble, SE16 4JD and together we’ll head to King’s Stairs Gardens for the performance.

🎟️ Book your free ticket via Eventbrite — link in bio!

With thanks to Southwark Council Jack Petchey Foundation Upmarket Albionstreet for funding this project. 💜

Our older adults put on a wonderful, hilarious and heartfelt show last Friday as their end of term sharing before they s...
24/07/2026

Our older adults put on a wonderful, hilarious and heartfelt show last Friday as their end of term sharing before they set off for the summer holidays.

‘How To Live’ was a physical comedy & spoken word adventure showing you how to live your best life, and our space was packed full of cheers and laughter in celebration of all they achieved. 🎭🤩

We look forward to having them back in the autumn. 💛Join Tea Break Theatre, our regular social drama group for people aged 55 +, Friday 18th September.

🔗Learn more about our projects for older adults by visiting www.londonbubble.org.uk/parent_project/creative-elders-programme/

Join our FREE one-week drama project and work with professional theatre-makers to create an original show inspired by th...
24/07/2026

Join our FREE one-week drama project and work with professional theatre-makers to create an original show inspired by the River Thames and what makes Bermondsey feel like home.

At the end of the week you’ll perform your show to a public audience at King’s Stairs Gardens on Friday 21 Aug 🎭

Devising & rehearsals:
📅 Mon 17 – Fri 21 Aug
⏰ 11am–4pm (Fri until 5pm)
📍 London Bubble Theatre, SE16 4JD

✨ You must be aged 13–17 and live in, go to school in, or have a connection to Bermondsey.

🔗 Hurry and sign up now by Monday 10 August via the link in our bio!



Thank you to Southwark Council Upmarket Albionstreet Jack Petchey Foundation for funding this project.

Behind every beautiful creation is a lot of imagination, teamwork and care. Here’s a look at our older adults creating t...
23/07/2026

Behind every beautiful creation is a lot of imagination, teamwork and care.

Here’s a look at our older adults creating the proscenium arch for this year’s Bermondsey Puppet & Storytelling Festival.💛

We’re looking for a freelance Access Support Worker to join our team at London Bubble 🫧Help children and young people wi...
21/07/2026

We’re looking for a freelance Access Support Worker to join our team at London Bubble 🫧

Help children and young people with additional needs take part in our community theatre projects and create positive, inclusive experiences through the arts.💚

We’re looking for someone with SEND experience, an interest in theatre/the arts, and an Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undergo one).

📩Apply by 10am, Monday 3 August by sending your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

We encourage applications from male-identifying people and those from underrepresented backgrounds.

Our older adults helped bring Bermondsey’s Puppet & Storytelling Festival to life by designing and creating this beautif...
19/07/2026

Our older adults helped bring Bermondsey’s Puppet & Storytelling Festival to life by designing and creating this beautiful proscenium arch for the puppet theatre tent. 🎭✨

It was wonderful to see members from both our Rotherhithe Shed and Tea Break Theatre groups working together as part of a festival celebrating storytelling, creativity and community. 💛

🗓️The Rotherhithe Shed is now taking a summer break and will return on Monday 17 August.

Interested in joining next term? Find out more via the link in our bio.⚒️

17/07/2026

TAKE PART in a one-week drama project where you’ll work with professional theatre-makers to make an original show inspired by the River Thames and what makes you call Bermondsey ‘home’.

Imagine the past, share wild tales & characters of the present or tell us about your dreams for the future of your neighbourhood.

At the end of the week, you’ll perform your show to a public audience in King’s Stairs Gardens.

Devising & Rehearsals
🗓️Monday 17 Aug – Thursday 20 Aug
⏰11am – 4pm
🗓️Friday 21 Aug
⏰11am – 5pm (incl. performance)
📍London Bubble Theatre, SE16 4JD

🎭The performance will take place Friday 21 Aug, 4pm – 4.30pm in King Stairs Gardens. Booking link available soon.

This programme is FREE to take part and lunch is provided.

You MUST be aged 13-17, live in, go to school or have a connection to Bermondsey to take part.
🔗Click the link in our bio to sign up now!

Thank you to and for funding this project

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