About
Steve Tiplady plays Geppetto in a puppet show based on Pinocchio, using carpenter's workshop objects, shadows and music. It runs at Jacksons Lane, London, from 15 to 20 December 2026.
What to expect
Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses carpenter's workshop objects to tell the tale of the puppet who wants to be a real boy and the puppet-maker who wants to be a real father.
- Pinocchio is carved on stage
- Brushes become a fox
- Saw shadows become a giant shark
- Improvisation makes each performance unique
- Puppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music
- The show has something for all ages
Dates
Questions
When does Pinocchio start and end?
Pinocchio is on Thursday, 17 December 2026.
Where is Pinocchio?
Pinocchio takes place at Jacksons Lane, 269a Archway Road, London.
What is the show about?
Steve Tiplady, as Geppetto, uses carpenter's workshop objects to tell the tale of the puppet who wants to be a real boy and the puppet-maker who wants to be a real father.
Is it for all ages?
The description says the show has something for all ages.
What happens on stage?
Pinocchio is carved on stage, brushes become a fox, and the shadow of two saws becomes a giant shark.
Improvisation makes each performance unique
Puppetry, shadows, illusion and especially composed music are used
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Getting there
Jacksons Lane, 269a Archway Road, N6 5AA London, England, GB
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