CDP Theatre Producers, The Gruffalo's Child

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CDP presents Tall Stories' production of

THE GRUFFALO'S CHILD

based on the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler


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The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should
Ever set foot in the deep dark wood…

If you loved The Gruffalo, don't miss the sequel, which returns following previous sellout Australian tours – now in a new West End production! Join the Gruffalo's Child on her adventurous mission in this magical musical adaptation of the much-loved picture book.

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo's Child ignores her father's warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist... does he?

The team behind The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The 13-, 26-, 52-, 78 and 91-Storey Treehouses return with The Gruffalo's Child, bringing together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up, and their adults…


Age recommendation: 3+ and their adults
Duration: Approximately 55mins, no interval


This dramatisation of THE GRUFFALO'S CHILD is based on the picture book THE GRUFFALO'S CHILD © illustrations 2004 Axel Scheffler and © text 2004 Julia Donaldson published by Macmillan Children's Books








Winter 2024 Australian Tour

CREATIVES

Director: Olivia Jacobs
Creative Producer: Toby Mitchell
Associate Director (Australia/ New Zealand): Liesel Badorrek
Designer: Isla Shaw
Lighting Designer: James Whiteside
Puppet Designer: Yvonne Stone
Choreographer: Morag Cross
Associate Choreographer: Luanna Priestman
Music and Lyrics: Jon Fiber and Andy Shaw
Additional Lyrics: Olivia Jacobs and Robin Price
Music Production: Jon Fiber and Andy Shaw for Jollygoodtunes


CAST & CREW

To be announced

ACCESS


We believe in making our shows accessible for children with additional sensory and learning needs.

A visual story is available for The Gruffalo's Child to help you prepare for your visit to the theatre.


Visual DOWNLOAD VISUAL STORY


Accessible performances may be available at some venues. Please check with your local venue for details.

For additional online resources to extend the theatre experience, visit CDP Digital.

Teachers and registered homeschoolers can also access education activities and resources at CDP Education.

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TOUR DATES



2025 TOUR DATES



NSW

Goulburn

16–17 July 2025
Goulburn Performing Arts Centre
Bookings: www.goulburnpac.com.au or phone (02) 4823 4999

Sutherland

25–26 July 2025 *
The Pavilion
Bookings: www.thepavilionarts.au or Phone (02) 9063 2006

*26 July 12pm
Auslan Interpreted Auslan Interpreted Performance

Belrose

19–20 August 2025
Glen Street Theatre
Bookings: www.glenstreet.com.au or Phone (02) 9470 5913

Tamworth

23 August 2025
Capitol Theatre Tamworth
Bookings: www.entertainmentvenues.com.au or phone (02) 6767 5200

Orange

27 August 2025
Orange Civic Theatre
Bookings: www.orange.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 6393 8111





ACT

Canberra

31 July 2025
Canberra Theatre Centre
Bookings: www.canberratheatrecentre.com.au or Phone (02) 6275 2700





QLD

Bundaberg

4 August 2025
Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Bookings: www.whatsonbundaberg.com.au or phone (07) 4130 4100

Mackay

6–7 August 2025 *
Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre
Bookings: www.themecc.com.au or phone (07) 4961 9777

* 7 August 11:30am
Relaxed Relaxed Performance

Rockhampton

12 August 2025
Pilbeam Theatre
Bookings: www.seeitlive.com.au or Phone (07) 4927 4111