Pop Up Performance: Pixie's Painted Spells

Join our magical storyteller Olivia Armstrong to explore the hidden history behind a multi-talented artist best known for her mystical tarot designs.

+44 (0)20 7942 2000
  • 25 – 26 May 2026

    Thursday, 28 May 2026

  • V&A South Kensington

    Cromwell Road
    London, SW7 2RL
  • Raphael Court, Room 48a

  • Families

    Families, ages 5+

  • Free event

Pop Up Performance: Pixie's Painted Spells  photo
Through performance and participation, join Olivia Armstrong in shuffling the deck to tell the story of the forgotten artist Pixie Colman Smith, who designed the most popular set of fortune telling cards. For dreamers of all ages, get ready for an interactive and immersive storytelling experience.  

Sessions are free starting at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00. Each performance is approximately 40 minutes long.  

This is a free, drop-in event for families to enjoy all together; no child can be left unattended. Suitable for ages 5+.  

If you have any further questions, please email the families team on families@vam.ac.uk 

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