Join us for two exciting performances of toy theatre shows from Pollock's Toy Museum.

Wednesday 13th August and Thursday 14th August, Hackney Museum

‘If you love art, folly or the bright eyes of children, speed to Pollock’s’ - Robert Louis Stevenson

Benjamin Pollock produced and sold his famous toy theatres from his shop in Hoxton from 1877 until 1937. Made of card that could be painted by Victorian children as well as play scripts they could act out.

Now you can see these historic toys come to life through two 20-minute long plays performed by the Pollock’s Toy Museum, taking place at Hackney Museum.

Recommended for ages 3+. All children must be supervised by a responsible adult.

Performances are first-come, first-served. The same shows will be performed on 13th and 14th August. If a performance becomes busy we may need to limit entry to it at times. Booking tickets lets us know you intend to attend but they are not required for entry.

Event timings, for both 13 & 14 August:

3-3.20pm - First performance

3.20-3.35pm - Break

3.35-3.55pm - Second performance

4pm - Event ends

5.30pm - Hackney Museum closes