Last Unicorn Airways
About Last Unicorn Airways
Embark on a magical journey with Last Unicorn Airways!
Join two whimsical baggage handlers as they recreate a fantastical round-the-world adventure aboard the final flight of Last Unicorn Airways, opening suitcases brimming with trinkets, fine clothes, alluring smells and exciting tales.
Among these treasures lies a special case containing The Flying Trunk, a captivating Arabian Nights-inspired fable about a daring, globe-trotting storyteller with nothing but a magical flying suitcase!
Adapted from Hans Christian Andersen's timeless story, the show uses playful storytelling to remind us to see everyday life as an adventure and to cherish our world and each other. It's a heartwarming reflection on courage, connection and resilience - perfect for families and children, including those with complex needs and disabilities.
After the show, step into a sensory immersive installation, offering a unique, interactive experience for every audience member.
Last Unicorn Airways is a fully inclusive, intrinsically relaxed sensory‑immersive show. Find out more below in the section 'SEN Friendly Show'.
“We all absolutely loved Last Unicorn Airways. All three of my kids are rarely equally engaged, but they all had lots to talk about and play around afterwards”
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Visiting with your family
Baby Changing
Accessible toilets with baby changing facilities can be found in the Gallery.
How to get to Gloucester Guildhall
BY CAR - Our building is accessible from the Kings Walk car park, there is pram friendly access via a ramp from the car park to the entrance to the building. Once inside, please use the lift to the first floor. Please note that there is no free parking at the venue before 5pm.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The nearest bus stop to the venue is outside Boots however, Gloucester Transport Hub is only a 5 minute walk from the venue.
BY FOOT - You can also access the building from Eastgate Street, and use the lift or stairs to the Box Office on the Ground Floor.
BY BICYCLE - There is on-street bicycle parking outside Boots on Eastgate Street, unfortunately we do not have anywhere to store your bike onsite.
Bow Bar
The Bow Bar will be open for refreshments for both shows, with a range of drink options available for all ages. We politely ask our customers not to consume their own food in the Bow Bar.
Baby Friendly Spaces
We are a breastfeeding friendly venue. If you find you need a space to sit and feed your baby, please use the Bow Bar. If you need a quieter spot, you can also find seats and tables in the Chamber Cinema foyer.
Prams & Pushchairs
Prams and pushchairs can be left outside the hall.
Please note that there are very limited spaces for prams inside the hall, and many of the seats are accessed via steps, which may make parking or storing prams difficult.
SEN Friendly Show
The Last Unicorn Airways uses largely non‑verbal storytelling, embedded audio description and some universal sign, allowing children with a wide range of communication styles to engage.
Audiences receive a sensory keyring full of charms and textures to guide them through the journey. The show follows two playful baggage handlers unpacking a round‑the‑world adventure through suitcases, puppetry, live music and sensory elements.
The performance lasts around 50 minutes, including time to explore the sensory immersive tunnel at the end. Its small‑scale, interactive format lets children move, vocalise and engage in the way that suits them best.