Laika The Space Dog

Laika is a stray dog on the streets of Moscow.

She is selected by the Space Agency to be trained up for the Sputnik 2 space mission and will become the first animal to orbit Earth. Her training is rigorous and with the help of her friend from the Sputnik Canine Support team, Laika prepares to blast off!

Laika The Space Dog is a lively family show that retells the story of Laika, the first dog in space (with a twist)! Audiences are invited to see an alternative ending whereby Laika undertakes the journey of a lifetime. Inspired by the true story of Laika, this show offers an alternative to the tragic tale allowing Laika to zoom through the asteroid belt, meet Space apes and finally return to earth in a shower of glory.

Featuring a beautifully crafted puppet, a riveting soundtrack and a few surprises, Laika the Space Dog will delight children over the age of 3 and their adults too. Using gentle, light-hearted interaction our performer allows the viewers to become immersed in a magical voyage.

Supported by Applause