James and the Giant Peach
From: Tuesday, 19th February 2013
To: Saturday, 23 February 2013
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Synopsis
Follow James as he makes his way across the Atlantic in the Giant Peach. With a host of insects all tucked up inside, James and his friends eventually reach America. A carefully crafted adaptation of this Roald Dahl classic, with drama, song and dance, your favourite book will be right in front of your eyes! Suitable for 4 to 9 years.
Our Review:
Anne Morley-Priestman - 19 February 2013
I think there's something of the anarchist in all children, which is probably why the topsy-turvydom and snapping bite of those masters of mayhem Lewis Carroll and Roald Dahl keep their appeal. Children have a marvellous ability to accept instantly what their elders may strain at – in the case of the current Birmingham Stage Company touring production of Dahl's James and the Giant Peach that includes rod puppetry, UV-light black theatre, a young male adult in a boy's short trousers and the death of parents in a road accident.
The adaptation is by David Wood, who provides some snappy and witty lines for the lyrics to Grant Olding's equally catchy tunes. Director Nicolai Foster keeps the action fast moving, helped by Colin Richmond's intriguingly flexible set, some effective lighting by James Whiteside and fun choreography from Drew McOnie. The eight-strong cast all play a variety of musical instruments, and...
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Roald Dahl (Book)
Birmingham Stage Company (Company)
David Wood (Adaptation)
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