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This £14 million theatre is the plushest venue for children's plays in the capital. The Unicorn Theatre has two spaces; The Weston Theatre holds 300 people and the Clore Theatre holds 120. The company was founded in 1947, with a mission to create shows for children which are fun, challenging and exciting. The Unicorn also has its own production team, rehearsal studio, meeting rooms and cafe. Past productions include 'Journey to the River Sea', ' Jemima Puddle Duck and Friends' and 'Billy the Kid'.
Unicorn Theatre events
Britain's Best Recruiting SergeantBritain's Best Recruiting SergeantLee Lyford directs Joy Wilkinson's period drama, commemorating the 150th anniversary of the birth of Vesta Tilley, who was nicknamed Britain's Best Recruiting Sergeant.7th March 2015Sunday 15th March 2015
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Category: eventThe Chair (Over 7s)The Chair (Over 7s)A comedy musical set in a cheap barber's shop in the dangerous Tiger Bay docks. Starring Gary Lagden.20th March 2015Sunday 12th April 2015
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Category: eventSound Effects Workshop (Over 7s)Sound Effects Workshop (Over 7s)Create atmospheric sound effects.28th March 2015Saturday 28th March 2015
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Sound Effects Workshop (Over 7s)event > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Workshops
DATES Saturday 28th March 2015 - 11.30am
Create atmospheric sound effects.
The Velveteen Rabbit: Unicorn Theatre (Over 4s)The Velveteen Rabbit: Unicorn Theatre (Over 4s)Adaptation of Margery Williams's popular children's story.28th March 2015Sunday 26th April 2015
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Category: eventEaster Eggstravaganza: Workshop (Over 4s)Easter Eggstravaganza: Workshop (Over 4s)Create sock bunnies.4th April 2015Saturday 4th April 2015
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Easter Eggstravaganza: Workshop (Over 4s)event > Exhibitions > Art exhibitions - Art Workshop
DATES Saturday 4th April 2015 - 4.30pm
Create sock bunnies.
Introductory Storytelling WorkshopIntroductory Storytelling WorkshopThe workshop will give an introduction to the core principles of oral storytelling.13th April 2015Monday 13th April 2015
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Category: eventevent > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Workshops
DATES Monday 13th April 2015 - 10am
The workshop will give an introduction to the core principles of oral storytelling.
Fight NightFight NightAward-winning Ontroerend Goed (Belgium) and The Border Project (Australia) join forces to stage elections as a theatrical game: an immersive exploration of the intricacies and traps of voting systems and democracy in the media.16th April 2015Sunday 3rd May 2015
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Category: eventAfternoon Tea With RabbitAfternoon Tea With RabbitThemed activities and refreshments.25th April 2015Saturday 25th April 2015
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Category: eventevent > Exhibitions > Art exhibitions - Art Workshop
DATES Saturday 25th April 2015 - 4.30pm
Themed activities and refreshments.
Henry The FifthHenry The FifthA modern and inventive interpretation of Shakespeare's history play, following Prince Hal as he becomes the heroic king of English folklore.17th May 2015Sunday 31st May 2015
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Category: eventShakespearean Drama WorkshopShakespearean Drama WorkshopExperiment with the Shakespearean language.23rd May 2015Saturday 23rd May 2015
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Christmas in London 2009: Shows & Pantos
Cinderella Unicorn Theatre, SE1 2HZ 5th December 2009 - 24th January 2010 The favourite rags-to-riches children's classic, Cinderella, is given a new twist at the ...
October 2008
Children's Book Week Unicorn Theatre, SE1 2HZ 6th October 2008 - 12th October 2008 National Children's Book Week takes place every year in October. Designed to highlight the...
Summer Theatre for Kids
Oz 4th August - 10th September 2006 This relatively new children’s theatre is one of the most valuable additions to the...
Easter Family Fun
Play Antartica Until 30th April 2006 This awe-inspiring production brings Craig Vear's composition 'Antarctica' to the stage and is the ideal distraction for your restless bunch over the...
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Hilton London Tower Bridge
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel from £83 22% off
5 More London Place, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
This plush, modern hotel south of the historic Tower Bridge is very convenient for exploring London. Just five minutes from the Tube station, it's 10 to ... More
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5 More London Place, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
This plush, modern hotel south of the historic Tower Bridge is very convenient for exploring London. Just five minutes from the Tube station, it's 10 to ... More
Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, London
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel from £292 41% off
31 St Thomas Street, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
The first ever luxury Shangri-La Hotel in London has the unique selling point of occupying the upper floors of one of the tallest buildings in Europe. ... More
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel from £292 41% off
31 St Thomas Street, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
The first ever luxury Shangri-La Hotel in London has the unique selling point of occupying the upper floors of one of the tallest buildings in Europe. ... More
Apex City of London Hotel
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel from £69 41% off
1 Seething Lane, EC3N | 8 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
With Tower of London, London Bridge and St. Paul's just a step away, this hotel has a great location for both business and leisure travellers. It's ... More
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel from £69 41% off
1 Seething Lane, EC3N | 8 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
With Tower of London, London Bridge and St. Paul's just a step away, this hotel has a great location for both business and leisure travellers. It's ... More
The Architecture Foundation
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
Ground Floor East, 136-148 Tooley Street, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
Established in 1991, The Architecture Foundation is a non-profit agency for contemporary architecture whose programme of events and exhibitions promotes its core belief that architecture enriches ... More
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
Ground Floor East, 136-148 Tooley Street, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
Established in 1991, The Architecture Foundation is a non-profit agency for contemporary architecture whose programme of events and exhibitions promotes its core belief that architecture enriches ... More
Shunt Vaults
London > Entertainment > Theatres
20 Stainer Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
The madcap Shunt Theatre company has created London's most unpredictable nightspot in the railway arches beneath London Bridge. Each week's entertainment at Shunt Vaults is curated ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
20 Stainer Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
The madcap Shunt Theatre company has created London's most unpredictable nightspot in the railway arches beneath London Bridge. Each week's entertainment at Shunt Vaults is curated ... More
Drum Cafe
London > Entertainment > Live Music
Glaziers Hall, 9 Montague Close Bridge, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
100 people in a room, all armed with a large African drum, banging in unison, until reaching a deafening crescendo - that's the premise of Drum ... More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
Glaziers Hall, 9 Montague Close Bridge, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
100 people in a room, all armed with a large African drum, banging in unison, until reaching a deafening crescendo - that's the premise of Drum ... More
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Tower Bridge Exhibition TicketsLondon > Events > Attraction Dates: 1st January 2014
Tower Bridge Exhibition, Tower Bridge, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Competing with the London Eye for the capital's most vertiginous experience, Tower Bridge offers one of the best vantage points in the city from its spectacular ...More
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Tower Of London TicketsLondon > Events > Attraction Dates: 1st January 2012
Tower Of London, Tower Hill, EC3N | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
With close to 1,000 years of royal history lurking within its highly fortified walls, a trip to the Tower of London is like traveling back to ...More
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Buyer and CellarLondon > Events > Theatre Dates: 11th March to 2nd May 2015
Menier Chocolate Factory, 53 Southwark Street, SE1 | 11 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Ugly Betty's Michael Urie stars in the much anticipated comedy Buyer and Cellar at the Menier Chocolate Factory. The US comedy enjoyed a smash hit run ...More
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The best museums, galleries, attractions near Unicorn Theatre
HMS Belfast
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
Morgan's Lane, Tooley Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 2 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
HMS Belfast, moored at Morgan's Lane off Tooley Street, is a World War Two cruiser with nine decks. As you explore this floating museum, pop into ... More
London > Attractions > Boats and Bridges
Morgan's Lane, Tooley Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 2 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
HMS Belfast, moored at Morgan's Lane off Tooley Street, is a World War Two cruiser with nine decks. As you explore this floating museum, pop into ... More
Ginger Pig
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
8 Borough Market, Southwark Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
The original Ginger Pig was first established in the late '90s with this butcher's shop for cooks at Borough Market. Since then their farm ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
8 Borough Market, Southwark Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
The original Ginger Pig was first established in the late '90s with this butcher's shop for cooks at Borough Market. Since then their farm ... More
Borough Wines
London > Shopping > Wine Merchants
Borough Market, SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Established in 2002 at the world famous Borough Market, Borough Wines grew from the need to promote a family vineyard to British wine drinkers. Offering a ... More
London > Shopping > Wine Merchants
Borough Market, SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Established in 2002 at the world famous Borough Market, Borough Wines grew from the need to promote a family vineyard to British wine drinkers. Offering a ... More
Borough Market
London > Shopping > Markets
Southwark Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Nestled in-between Borough High Street, Bedale Street, Stoney Street and Winchester Walk lives "London's Larder", more formally known as Borough Market. This gourmand's delight is London's ... More
London > Shopping > Markets
Southwark Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Nestled in-between Borough High Street, Bedale Street, Stoney Street and Winchester Walk lives "London's Larder", more formally known as Borough Market. This gourmand's delight is London's ... More
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Restaurants near Unicorn Theatre
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Magdalen
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
152 Tooley Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
An absolutely charming man called Roger Faulks co-owns this much lauded restaurant, universally loved by restaurant critics - even the picky ones. Roger had watched as ... More
London > Restaurants > British restaurants
152 Tooley Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
An absolutely charming man called Roger Faulks co-owns this much lauded restaurant, universally loved by restaurant critics - even the picky ones. Roger had watched as ... More
The SkyMarket
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5th Floor Magdalen House, 148 Tooley Street, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
After the success of their previous events, Bonnie-On-Sky and the London Picnic Club, Platterform have returned to present the SkyMarket, London's first ever rooftop market. Differing ... More
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5th Floor Magdalen House, 148 Tooley Street, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
After the success of their previous events, Bonnie-On-Sky and the London Picnic Club, Platterform have returned to present the SkyMarket, London's first ever rooftop market. Differing ... More
Hutong
London > Restaurants > Pan-Asian restaurants
33rd Floor, The Shard, 96 Tooley Street, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
Like the Hong Kong original (on the 28th Floor of One Peking), Hutong in London occupies a lofty spot, high up on the 33rd floor of ... More
London > Restaurants > Pan-Asian restaurants
33rd Floor, The Shard, 96 Tooley Street, SE1 | 1 minute from Unicorn Theatre
Like the Hong Kong original (on the 28th Floor of One Peking), Hutong in London occupies a lofty spot, high up on the 33rd floor of ... More
Workers' Educational Association
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 27 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes.... More
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 27 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes.... More
City Journalism
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, City, London EC1Y | 28 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ... More
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, City, London EC1Y | 28 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ... More
LSO St Luke's
London > Education > Professional Training
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 30 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
This gorgeous 18th century Grade I listed Hawksmoor church is one of a number of London churches which has, in recent years, been converted into a ... More
London > Education > Professional Training
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 30 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
This gorgeous 18th century Grade I listed Hawksmoor church is one of a number of London churches which has, in recent years, been converted into a ... More
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Potters Fields Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
City Hall, 110 The Queens Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 3 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Potters Fields Park occupies a prime spot between City Hall (from where the Mayor runs London) and Tower Bridge. The pedestrianised, grassy area on the south ... More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
City Hall, 110 The Queens Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 3 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Potters Fields Park occupies a prime spot between City Hall (from where the Mayor runs London) and Tower Bridge. The pedestrianised, grassy area on the south ... More
Snowsfields Wellness
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
41 Snowsfields, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
It's a relief to step into Snowsfields Wellness, with its shelves of carefully selected healthy and organic products. Unlike plenty of other places, each of the ... More
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
41 Snowsfields, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
It's a relief to step into Snowsfields Wellness, with its shelves of carefully selected healthy and organic products. Unlike plenty of other places, each of the ... More
Skypool at the Shangri-La Hotel
London > Leisure >
Floor 52, Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
High up on the 52nd floor of the highest hotel in Western Europe sits the highest pool in Western Europe. The 11 by 4 metre ... More
London > Leisure >
Floor 52, Shangri-La Hotel at The Shard, SE1 | 4 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
High up on the 52nd floor of the highest hotel in Western Europe sits the highest pool in Western Europe. The 11 by 4 metre ... More
The Garrison Public House
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
99 - 101 Bermondsey Street, SE1 | 5 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Oh how we wish we lived in Bermondsey, then we could call this gem of a pub our local. We'd stop in for a regular drink ... More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
99 - 101 Bermondsey Street, SE1 | 5 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Oh how we wish we lived in Bermondsey, then we could call this gem of a pub our local. We'd stop in for a regular drink ... More
The Anchor Tap
London > Nightlife > Pubs
23 Horsleydown Road, Bermondsey, Bankside, London SE1 | 5 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Situated on the south side of the Thames in the Tower Bridge Conservation Area, this historic Southwark pub offers a truly traditional English experience. From the ... More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
23 Horsleydown Road, Bermondsey, Bankside, London SE1 | 5 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Situated on the south side of the Thames in the Tower Bridge Conservation Area, this historic Southwark pub offers a truly traditional English experience. From the ... More
National Trust: George Inn, The George Inn Yard
London > Nightlife > Pubs
77 Borough High Street, Southwark, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Dating back to 1676 this is the only original galleried inn left in London. Borough High Street was once crammed full of old coaching inns, providing accommodation ... More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
77 Borough High Street, Southwark, Bankside, London SE1 | 7 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
Dating back to 1676 this is the only original galleried inn left in London. Borough High Street was once crammed full of old coaching inns, providing accommodation ... More
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Nightlife near Unicorn Theatre
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The Bridge
London > Business > Venue Hire
Weston Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 3 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
Weston Street, Bankside, London SE1 | 3 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
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London City Hall
London > Business > Venue Hire
City Hall, The Queen's Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 3 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
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London > Business > Venue Hire
City Hall, The Queen's Walk, Bankside, London SE1 | 3 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
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Old Billingsgate
London > Business > Venue Hire
Old Billingsgate Market, 1 Old Billingsgate Walk, City, London EC3R | 6 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
A magnificent 19th-century market building designed by Sir Horace Jones and entirely renovated in 1988 by acclaimed architect Richard Rogers. At the foot of the City, ... More
London > Business > Venue Hire
Old Billingsgate Market, 1 Old Billingsgate Walk, City, London EC3R | 6 minutes from Unicorn Theatre
A magnificent 19th-century market building designed by Sir Horace Jones and entirely renovated in 1988 by acclaimed architect Richard Rogers. At the foot of the City, ... More
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What's On Today Near Unicorn Theatre Photoshop For Fashion And Textile Design Exhibitions | Until 8th March 2015 Fashion and Textile Museum 4 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre How to use Photoshop with regards to fashion....More Kelly Hall: Celebrating The British Isles Exhibitions | Until 10th April 2015 Southwark Cathedral 7 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre Drawings based on the culinary heritage, iconic beauty spots and visitor destinations of the British Isles....More Nick Waplington - Artist Talk Exhibitions | On 6th March 2015 Tate Modern 16 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre The artist discusses his latest photography exhibition....More BSL Tour: Marlene Dumas: The Image As Burden Tours | On 6th March 2015 Tate Modern 16 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre A BSL tour of the exhibition....More The Gallery Clubbing and Nightlife | On 6th March 2015 Ministry of Sound 17 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre Trance and house courtesy of Cosmic Gate, Ben Gold and Paul Thomas....More Daniel Buren Exhibitions | Until 27th March 2015 Whitechapel Gallery 18 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre A major survey of work by the influential, French conceptual artist known for his adoption of the 8.7cm vertical stripe ...More Soca Reggae Fever Concerts | On 6th March 2015 The Coronet Theatre 19 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre Guests and residents supply Soca and reggae, with live performances from Lil Rick (Barbados) and...More Redux:Remix Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 18th December 2015 Apples And Pears 19 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre ...More The Friday Project Clubbing and Nightlife | On 6th March 2015 Apples And Pears 19 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre Stylus Records host a night of house, with DJs Philip Bryne, Blair Galbraith, Jose Nietzsche, Adam Clark and Jonny Townsend....More LEAF Concert Concerts | On 6th March 2015 Tobacco Dock 19 minutes walk from Unicorn Theatre 808 State perform their 1989 acid house classic Ninety, plus Modeselektor and Kate Simko with the London Electronic Orchestra....More 
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