Outdoor Event

The Firebird Walkabout

Date of event: 5 Jul 2026 Event start time: 3:00pm - Event end time: 3:20pm

Venue Address: Lakeside Arts, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

Age range: Suitable for ages 2-7

Puppeteers operate a giant, fiery-orange bird puppet, bringing its head close to a smiling young girl in a red and white blanket during a public event.

Bamboozle Theatre Company

The audience gathers. The music swells.  The mist swirls.  Anticipation.  Then arriving in the distance, the full-grown Firebird.  Its five-metre wingspan hovers above the audience, circling, swooping and diving

Three performers walking along a grassy path outdoors, operating a large, mechanical phoenix puppet with wide orange wings

We are delighted to welcome Bamboozle Theatre Company to share work at the 2026 Festival. Bamboozle Theatre produces immersive, accessible theatre which tours the UK and internationally. They work in the East Midlands running free family sessions for learning disabled young people and deliver projects in SEND schools.

Bamboozle’s presence at Lakeside Arts Centre will be a space for learning disabled young people and their families to enjoy the Puppet Festival. This is alongside shows, workshops and activity for all, ensuring something for everyone across the day.

Booking

This event is not ticketed. Just turn up at the appropriate time!

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Venue Map

Google Map of Lakeside Arts, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

Venue

Lakeside Arts, University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Venue website

Access

The venue has the following access features:

  • Accessible Parking
  • Accessible Toilet/s
  • Assistance Dog Friendly
  • Hearing Loop
  • Wheelchair Accessible

The event will be:

  • A Relaxed Performance
  • A Non-verbal performance
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