Information for A Birthday for Bear at Upstairs at the Gatehouse, Inner London (Kids show). Bear doesn't like birthdays - He doesn't like birthday parties or balloons - He doesn't 'like birthday cards or songs or candles - In fact, Bear is quite sure he doesn't like anything to do with birthdays at all Mouse on the other hand is determined to show him all the joys a Birthday can offer. Will she succeed? An uplifting story of friendship, persistence, the importance of trying new things and letting go! Packed with memorable tunes and audience interaction it promises to be a joyful theatrical experience for young children and their families.