About the Show
Hop into a magical adventure!
Sydenham-based theatre company Spontaneous Productions kicks off its Autumn Season 2026 in style, with a brand new, musical version of the beloved fairy tale The Frog Prince – er, sorry – Frog Princess.
Think you know the story of The Frog Prince – the poor green royal stuck in a pond until someone should come by and kiss him? Well, always expect a twist with Spontaneous Productions!
Meet Princess Bheki, the spoilt and pampered only daughter of the Maharajah. When she refuses to marry, her father has her turned into a frog with disastrouus – and comic – consequences. But soon befriended by charismatic Daddoo the Frog can she learn to accept her new way of life? And what of her maid, who has been turned into a slow-moving turtle? Is there any way back for these two?
For families with children of all ages – and adults too – featuring songs with fabulous south Asian musical styles like bhangra and Bollywood, and packed with jokes, action, shadow effects, audience participation and Indian dance, it’s not to be missed!
As we expect big crowds, please book in advance if you can, and arrive early to ensure we can seat everyone as quickly as possible. Thank you!
Gallery pics here
The Credits
- Written by JONATHAN KAUFMAN and MINA MAIRA
- Produced and directed by JONATHAN KAUFMAN
- Associate producer & costume designer JACKIE POULETT
- Video effects & animation by JOE KAUFMAN of Red Kite Films
- Songs and music by [tbc]
- Choreographer and assistant director [tbc]
- Scenic designer [Lotus Choffel tbc]
- Scenic artists ALEXIA CARRASCO LOPEZ, STEVE MULFORD, HELENA SMITH, LUCY TANN, JAMES TITCHNER, MIA TOFIL [TBC]
- Technician LUKE FOSTEN
- Graphic design JAN WARREN
- Photography MARK DRINKWATER
Show Details
FIVE WEEKENDS* ONLY – TWO PERFORMANCES EVERY SAT & SUN AT 2PM & 3.30PM (NB there are no performances on Sat 3 October)
Sat 19 / Sun 20 September, Sat 26 / Sun 27 September, Sun 4 October & Sat 10 / Sun 11 October, Sat 17 / Sun 18 October 2026
Please note that Kirkdale Bookshop are unable to take bookings for these performances
Shows last approx 45 mins, suitable for all ages
Location: Upstairs at the Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5QX
Tickets: standard price £10 adults, £5 children aged 3+ | Pay a little more £12 adults. £6 children aged 3+ | Pay little less £8 adults, £4 children aged 3+ | Under 3s FREE as always | Plus ‘Pay what you can afford’ on the door (cash or card)
Bookings button here
The Cast
AKSHAY SHARAN as Kabir the Maharajah / Daddoo the Frog
KATE BARRY as the maid Kathleen / Kumee the Turtle
MARLON-OLIVER HARRIS as Mr Snake / Hanu
[and TBC as Princess Beki / Bheki the Frog]
The Audience Reviews
What audiences said about previous family theatre shows:
- Thanks for making your productions so child friendly
- We came and we loved it. Perfectly pitched for our 5 year olds. Thank you so much!
- Really lovely, great acting and funny! Kids & adults loved it
- Thankyou, this is such a wonderful and affordable way for families to access theatre shows!
- Well done! Amazing costumes!!
- Keep up the great work in the community
- What a great show. Lovely use of the music, great chases and lots of fun. A very clever adaptation! Santa at the end was a lovely surprise! Put us in the Christmas mood!
- Excellent as always
- The show was brilliant and great acting! So much fun for Christmas
- Fantastic & kids loved it. Great value for money
- ‘I loved everything’ – Patrick, aged 4
The Sponsors
Main sponsor PROPERTY WORLD
Sponsors WOODFALL OPTICIANS, SYDENHAM SOCIETY, BILLINGS FISHMONGERS, FRESH & FRUITY, OUTBACK SALON, WEARABOUTS CLOTHING, [PERFUCARE PHARMACY, SAKA MAKA, TRATTORIA RAFFAELE TBC]
Supporters LEWISHAM COUNCIL, L&Q HOUSING, POSTCODE SOCIETY TRUST
Show Details
FIVE WEEKENDS* ONLY – TWO PERFORMANCES EVERY SAT & SUN AT 2PM & 3.30PM (NB there are no performances on Sat 3 October)
Sat 19 / Sun 20 September, Sat 26 / Sun 27 September, Sun 4 October & Sat 10 / Sun 11 October, Sat 17 / Sun 18 October 2026
Please note that Kirkdale Bookshop are unable to take bookings for these performances
Shows last approx 45 mins, suitable for all ages
Location: Upstairs at the Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5QX
Tickets: standard price £10 adults, £5 children aged 3+ | Pay a little more £12 adults. £6 children aged 3+ | Pay little less £8 adults, £4 children aged 3+ | Under 3s FREE as always | Plus ‘Pay what you can afford’ on the door (cash or card)
Bookings button here
About the Show
Hop into a magical adventure!
Sydenham-based theatre company Spontaneous Productions kicks off its Autumn Season 2026 in style, with a brand new, musical version of the beloved fairy tale The Frog Prince – er, sorry – Frog Princess.
Think you know the story of The Frog Prince – the poor green royal stuck in a pond until someone should come by and kiss him? Well, always expect a twist with Spontaneous Productions!
Meet Princess Bheki, the spoilt and pampered only daughter of the Maharajah. When she refuses to marry, her father has her turned into a frog with disastrouus – and comic – consequences. But soon befriended by charismatic Daddoo the Frog can she learn to accept her new way of life? And what of her maid, who has been turned into a slow-moving turtle? Is there any way back for these two?
For families with children of all ages – and adults too – featuring songs with fabulous south Asian musical styles like bhangra and Bollywood, and packed with jokes, action, shadow effects, audience participation and Indian dance, it’s not to be missed!
As we expect big crowds, please book in advance if you can, and arrive early to ensure we can seat everyone as quickly as possible. Thank you!
Gallery pics here
The Cast
AKSHAY SHARAN as Kabir the Maharajah / Daddoo the Frog
KATE BARRY as the maid Kathleen / Kumee the Turtle
MARLON-OLIVER HARRIS as Mr Snake / Hanu
[and TBC as Princess Beki / Bheki the Frog]
The Credits
- Written by JONATHAN KAUFMAN and MINA MAIRA
- Produced and directed by JONATHAN KAUFMAN
- Associate producer & costume designer JACKIE POULETT
- Video effects & animation by JOE KAUFMAN of Red Kite Films
- Songs and music by [tbc]
- Choreographer and assistant director [tbc]
- Scenic designer [Lotus Choffel tbc]
- Scenic artists ALEXIA CARRASCO LOPEZ, STEVE MULFORD, HELENA SMITH, LUCY TANN, JAMES TITCHNER, MIA TOFIL [TBC]
- Technician LUKE FOSTEN
- Graphic design JAN WARREN
- Photography MARK DRINKWATER
The Audience Reviews
What audiences said about previous family theatre shows:
- Thanks for making your productions so child friendly
- We came and we loved it. Perfectly pitched for our 5 year olds. Thank you so much!
- Really lovely, great acting and funny! Kids & adults loved it
- Thankyou, this is such a wonderful and affordable way for families to access theatre shows!
- Well done! Amazing costumes!!
- Keep up the great work in the community
- What a great show. Lovely use of the music, great chases and lots of fun. A very clever adaptation! Santa at the end was a lovely surprise! Put us in the Christmas mood!
- Excellent as always
- The show was brilliant and great acting! So much fun for Christmas
- Fantastic & kids loved it. Great value for money
- ‘I loved everything’ – Patrick, aged 4
The Sponsors
Main sponsor PROPERTY WORLD
Sponsors WOODFALL OPTICIANS, SYDENHAM SOCIETY, BILLINGS FISHMONGERS, FRESH & FRUITY, OUTBACK SALON, WEARABOUTS CLOTHING, [PERFUCARE PHARMACY, SAKA MAKA, TRATTORIA RAFFAELE TBC]
Supporters LEWISHAM COUNCIL, L&Q HOUSING, POSTCODE SOCIETY TRUST