Description by Ingrid.
This production will include a Touch Tour following the performance.
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Words & Music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
Book by Timothy Allen McDonald
Based on the Book James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl
Directed by Carole Higgins, Choreographed by Kayla Dunbar and Musical Directed by Steven Greenfield
Featuring: Patti Allan, Scott Bellis, Kaylee Harwood, Julian Lokash, Makayla Moore, Alex Rose, Deb Williams and Jonathan Winsby.
From Tony-nominated songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul comes a new, heartwarming musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic. When young James Trotter is shipped off to live with his wretched aunts, he longs for a real family and a new home. All seems lost until he discovers a magical giant peach inhabited by fantastical creatures. Together with Grasshopper, Ladybug, Centipede, Spider and Earthworm, James embarks on an extraordinary adventure, sailing across the sea to distant lands.
Themes: Friendship, Adventure, Resilience, Home
Audience Advisory: James’ parents are eaten by a rhinoceros (puppet) at the London Zoo at the beginning of this play. We recommend you discuss this with your children prior to attending the performance.
Running Time: 90 minutes (plus a 15 minute intermission for public performances).
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