CDP presents Tall Stories' production of
based on the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler
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
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
To be announced
Video Credit – Tall Stories (UK Cast)
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.
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.
31 July 2025
Canberra Theatre Centre
Bookings: www.canberratheatrecentre.com.au or Phone (02) 6275 2700
4 August 2025
Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Bookings: www.whatsonbundaberg.com.au or phone (07) 4130 4100
6–7 August 2025 *
Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre
Bookings: www.themecc.com.au or phone (07) 4961 9777
* 7 August 11:30am
Relaxed Performance
12 August 2025
Pilbeam Theatre
Bookings: www.seeitlive.com.au or Phone (07) 4927 4111