A Little Angel Theatre production in association with the Royal Exchange Theatre

The Tear Thief

For ages 4-7 | Wed 21 Nov - Sun 2 Dec

Adapted from the book by Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy
Directed by Peter Glanville
Music composed by James Hesford
Set design by Simon Plumridge
Puppet design by Jan Zalud


Every night, in the hours between supper and bedtime, the Tear Thief soundlessly steals the tears of every child who cries. But what does she do with them all?


Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy’s book The Tear Thief is magically brought to life in this beautiful adaptation, with stunning puppetry from Little Angel Theatre, and live music.

Simply enchanting.
4 STARS The Times

Being the Little Angel, puppets are the stars, and the piece is a stunning showpiece for their possibilities.
4 STARS Time Out

Carol Ann Duffy's The Tear Thief is staged with love and imagination at the Little Angel Theatre.
Lyn Gardner

Foyer Event Sun 25 November - join Little Angel Theatre for a puppetry workshop.

Running time 45 minutes.

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