The Giant's Baby
From: Thursday, 14th June 2001
To: Saturday, 18 August 2001
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Synopsis
Alice Hicks has always wanted a baby brother but her parent's said no. One day a baby arrives - but its not what she expected!
Our Review:
16 July 2001
Allan Ahlberg's delightful children's play first appeared at the Polka 11 years ago and is now making a welcome return; the enthusiastic response from a recent audience testimony to its successful reception here.
Advertised as aimed specifically at children over six years, it's a simple comic tale of how a little girl called Alice wishes for a baby brother. Her dream comes true in the most unexpected fashion when a giant baby literally lands on her family's doorstep and turns the household upside down. Fifteen pints of milk for breakfast, nappies improvised from bath towels and with a rattle that can pack a hefty punch at close range, the gigantic infant brings both chaos and joy to the Hicks family before all ends happily - and peacefully!
Alex Bunn's colourful set conjures the cosy domesticity of the Hicks' house beautifully and an enthusiastic cast bring much effervescence to this warm and winning story that never forgets its audience, seeking to involv...
Creative
Allan Ahlberg (Author)
Roman Stefanski (Director)
Alex Bunn (Design)
Douglas Kuhrt (Lighting)
Colin Matthews (Music)
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