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An epic children’s show celebrating trees from the perspective of an acorn, from Off West End Award finalists, Half A String – for ages 5+ and their families


Join this extraordinary journey to discover the rhythms of a wild woodland world. Beautifully realised with stunning puppetry, breath taking sets and groundbreaking live camera work. Underscored by a unique blend of thumping drum & bass and live ethereal folk songs. Breathe is a 2024 Off West End Award-Finalist that celebrates trees.

Find the epic in the tiny from the perspective of an acorn. Join this extraordinary journey to discover the beats and rhythms of a wild woodland world. Uncover bizarre larger than life fungi, creaking tree roots, and thrumming underworlds. Follow a seedling as they hatch from an acorn and go on a journey of discovery through the undergrowth of the busy forest floor.

“Unmissable… It will have the whole family curious and captivated.”
★★★★★ Everything Theatre

“Exceptional.”
★★★★★ Pick of the Fringe

“Transfixed.”
★★★★★Edinburgh Festivals for Kids

“Joyous.”
★★★★★ Young Perspective

“Ingenious.”
★★★★★ UK Theatre Network

  • Dates: Thurs 29th & Fri 30th May 2025
  • Show time: Thurs: 1pm & 4pm, Fri: 11am & 2pm
  • Tickets: £11 (ages 2 and under go free)
  • Running Time: 1 hour (no interval)
  • Suitable for: Ages 5+
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  • Running Time: 1 hour (no interval)
  • Suitable for: Ages 5+
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