About the Show

A heartfelt new musical where Pinocchio and Gepetto chase love, freedom, and belonging.

This festive season, a brand-new musical version of Pinocchio premieres at the Globe Theatre, inviting audiences into a world of imagination, adventure, and heart. Written by Charlie Josephine with music by Jim Fortune this enchanting reimagining follows the rebellious Gepetto, who carves a puppet named Pinocchio in search of something more than his quiet, traditional town. As the pair journey through a series of fantastical encounters, they learn about love, identity, and the power of community. Set within the beautifully crafted wooden ‘O’ of the Globe, this playful, moving production explores what it truly means to be human. A magical experience for ages 5 and up.

Critic Reviews (7)

"For those keen to give their young ones a more authentic fairy tale experience this Christmas, Pinocchio makes a very solid option"
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"It uses this story of a wooden puppet to explore what it means to be human, and to be loved – and ends up pulling the heartstrings of everyone in the audience."
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"This full-scale musical adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s unsettling 19th-century parable about an insubordinate boy puppet is an absolute treat and... one of the best family shows around."
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"Pinocchio is an uplifting, witty and beautifully realised production. A perfect family show for any time of year… and that is no lie."
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"A reminder that what makes us human is connection."
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"This new Pinocchio musical is a patchy affair which still manages to be infectious enough to bring plenty of Christmas cheer, thanks to the gusto of its performances and home-made design flair."
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