Review: I’VE LOST MY BOBBLE HAT! A NICK COPE FAMILY SHOW, Leicester Square Theatre

Nick Cope’s vibrant live show, I’VE LOST MY BOBBLE HAT!, is a polished, thoughtful, and musically rich experience which confirms his standing as one of the UK’s most respected musical family entertainers.

The hour-long performance was framed around a search for a missing bobble hat, serving as an exciting narrative thread, for a set packed with his signature songs. 

Cope has a rare ability to thoroughly connect, engage and entertain everyone. His lyrics, often humorous on the surface, contain layers of meaning, with wit that resonates with adults, while remaining fully accessible to children. Epic songs such as “I’m a little Lizard’ ‘A Round of Applause for the Dinosaurs’ and ‘Ralph the Rusty Robot’ were all performed with clarity, warmth, and well-judged pacing, giving space for both humour and musicianship.

Cope’s song writing, grounded in acoustic folk-pop, is melodically elite and lyrically inventive. His live vocals were very strong, and the performance was supported by well-crafted animated visuals which are tightly synchronised with the music, enhancing the storytelling without overwhelming it.

The staging celebrates the Cope brand, showcasing his guitar and ukulele with eye catching animations allowing Cope’s personality and songs to carry the show. Having been to a previous performance, the formula has been elevated and the response from the audience was consistently engaged and joyful, a testament to Cope’s experience and natural rapport with young audiences.

I’VE LOST MY BOBBLE HAT! is celebration of Cope’s wonderful songs, refreshingly approached. Cope's unique entertainment respects its audience, children and adults alike and offers real musical value in the process.

A confidently delivered and musically engaging hour of fantastic family theatre. Nick Cope continues to set the highest standard for live musical children’s performance, accessible, inventive, and inspiring for all ages.

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