Jackie the Baboon

Jackie the Baboon tells the true story of a baboon found by a South African soldier and taken to war as a mascot. Jackie is given a uniform and serves in the trenches of the Great War for three years, including the infamous Battle of Devil’s Wood. This visually rich show features innovative puppetry, ensemble acting and an original score to tell the life story of this incredible baboon and take you through the war from a unique point of view.

Bellairs Theatre