Based on the picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Gruffalo’s Child follows the story of a curious young creature who defies her father’s warning and ventures alone into the deep dark wood. Despite warnings of the Big Bad Mouse, she sets off into the snow on a daring quest. Along the way, she encounters a series of woodland animals and begins to question the stories she’s been told—until an unexpected meeting changes her understanding.

This production is presented by Tall Stories, known for their stage adaptations of beloved children’s books. The show is directed by Olivia Jacobs (co-founder of Tall Stories), with set and costume design by Isla Shaw (Room on the Broom), lighting design by James Whiteside, and sound design by JollyGoodTunes. The adaptation combines storytelling, physical theatre, and original music to bring the wintry world of the Gruffalo’s child to life on stage.

The play runs for 60 minutes with no interval and is recommended for ages 3 and up. Staged at the Lyric Theatre in London, this production continues Tall Stories’ long-standing tradition of creating theatrical experiences tailored to young audiences and their families.