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Ages: 3+
Opened: July 17, 2024
Closing: September 08, 2024

The Gruffalo - West End History , Info & More

Lyric Theatre
(Piccadilly Circus) Shaftesbury Avenue London

*A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood...*

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall

Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia

Donaldson and Axel Scheffler - celebrating 25 years in 2024!

Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old

Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo

save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland

creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?

Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children aged 3 and up and their

grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world!

__Assisted Performances:__


Relaxed Performance: Wednesday 24th July 2024 10.30am, Wednesday 28th August 10.30am


Relaxed Performance with Touch Tour: Monday 5th August 2024 2pm, Friday 6th September 2pm


BSL Performance: Tuesday 13th August 2024 2pm


Audio Described Performance: Monday 19th August 2024 2pm



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The Gruffalo - - West End Articles Page 14

Donaldson's STICK MAN Plays London's Leicester Square Theatre, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2014


Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce that Stick Man by Julia Donaldson will return in 2014, and for the first will play two capital cities simultaneously! Stick Manwill play Christmas Seasons at London's Leicester Square Theatre from today 8 November 2014 (where it returns for a fourth consecutive season) and at the Edinburgh's Christmas festival from Saturday 22 November 2014. On sale now.

Photo Flash: First Look at ROOM ON THE BROOM, Flying Into the West End This Month
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2014


Tall Stories' hit family show ROOM ON THE BROOM will fly into the Lyric Theatre, Shaftesbury Avene from Wednesday 26 November 2014 to Sunday 11 January 2015 as part of a national UK tour. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Peter Cincotti, David Wong & High Strung, THE GRUFFALO'S CHILD and More Set for TPAC's 2014-15 Season, Launching Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2014


BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents Peter Cincotti, performing tonight, October 25 at 8PM, the first of four major concerts in the 2014-2015 Main Event Series, which also includes the Spanish Harlem Orchestra (November 21 at 8PM, $45 - $35) and The Hit Men (December 13 at 8PM, $45 - $35). Also featured are Alexis P. Suter (January 9 at 8PM, $45 - $35), and Ruthie Foster (May 8 at 8PM, $45 - $35), among others.

Donaldson's STICK MAN to Play London's Leicester Square Theatre, Nov. 8
by Matt Smith - Oct 7, 2014


Scamp Theatre and Watford Palace Theatre are delighted to announce that Stick Man by Julia Donaldson will return in 2014, and for the first will play two capital cities simultaneously! Stick Manwill play Christmas Seasons at London's Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 8 November 2014 (where it returns for a fourth consecutive season) and at the Edinburgh's Christmas festival from Saturday 22 November 2014. On sale now.

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE Coming to Sydney Opera House in January
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 1, 2014


Some travel by bus and some get around by bike, but to see the whole world, it's best to hitch a ride on the tail of a giant humpback whale.

THE GRUFFALO to Return to Glen Street Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 6, 2014


London's Tall Stories Theatre Company have toured in Britain, Europe, America and beyond with their monster hit THE GRUFFALO, and now it returns to Glen Street Theatre after sold-out seasons in Sydney in 2010 and 2011 and a prestigious Sydney Theatre Award for Best Production for Children.

Marlowe Theatre Presents WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD, 17 August
by Jillian Gaier - Jul 18, 2014


Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird and a whole farmyard of fun: What The Ladybird Heard comes to Canterbury during the summer holidays. Based on the award-winning picture book by best-selling author Julia Donaldson (The Gruffalo), and award-winning illustrator Lydia Monks, this is a new stage adaptation with live music, original songs, puppetry and lots of interactive fun.

Peter Cincotti, David Wong & High Strung, THE GRUFFALO'S CHILD and More Set for TPAC's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2014


BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents Peter Cincotti, performing on Saturday, October 25 at 8PM, the first of four major concerts in the 2014-2015 Main Event Series.

WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD Set for 2014 London Summer Season, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2014


Based on the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks, WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD will kick off a UK and international tour in 2014, stopping at Richmond and Cadogan Hall for a London summer season.

WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD Set for 2014 London Summer Season, Followed by UK Tour
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2014


Based on the award winning picture book by Julia Donaldson & Lydia Monks, WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD will kick off a UK and international tour in 2014, stopping at Richmond and Cadogan Hall for a London summer season.

Tickets Go on Sale Today for the New Victory's 2014-15 Season - THE OLD MAN & THE OLD MOON, 'LIGHT PRINCESS' & More
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2014


As New York's premier Off-Broadway theater dedicated to kids and families, The New Victory Theater previously announced six NY premieres and seven U.S. premieres from eight different countries around the world in a new season that runs from September 26, 2014 through June 7, 2015. The New Victory 2014-15 season goes on sale today, July 1.

The Academy Invites Robert & Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Charles Strouse & 268 Other New Members
by Movies News Desk - Jun 26, 2014


The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 271 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures. Those who accept the invitations will be the only additions to the Academy's membership in 2014.

Julia Donaldson's WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD Plays Richmond and Cadogan Hall For London Summer Season
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 12, 2014


From Julia Donaldson, the best-selling author of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom award-winning illustrator Lydia Monks, comes What the Ladybird Heard.

Sell A Door's AVENUE Q and SEUSSICAL to Transfer to Hong Kong, Nov 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2014


David Hutchinson and Phillip Rowntree for Sell A Door Theatre Company and Richard Darbourne Ltd have announced that two of their most popular shows are heading abroad, as part of its ambition to tour its work internationally.

THE OLD MAN AND THE OLD MOON, THE MAGIC FLUTE & More Set for New Victory's 2014-15 Season
by Tyler Peterson - May 29, 2014


As New York's premier Off-Broadway theater dedicated to kids and families, The New Victory Theater has announced six NY premieres and seven U.S. premieres from eight different countries around the world in a new season that runs from September 26, 2014 through June 7, 2015.

London's Tall Stories Theatre Company Returns to Sydney with THE GRUFFALO Tour
by Jillian Gaier - May 5, 2014


Whether their favourite food is roasted fox, owl ice cream, scrambled snake or Gruffalo crumble, audiences eat up this delectable tale about the adventures of a clever little mouse in a forest full of predators, which returns to Sydney after sold out seasons in 2010 and 2011.

COCA Presents Tall Stories' SNAIL AND THE WHALE This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2014


COCA presents Tall Stories' Snail and the Whale, this weekend, March 22-23, 2014, in COCA's Founders' Theatre.

COCA to Present Tall Stories' SNAIL AND THE WHALE, 3/22-23
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 19, 2014


COCA presents Tall Stories' Snail and the Whale, March 22-23, 2014, in COCA's Founders' Theatre. A tiny snail hitches a lift on the tail of a humpback whale in order to see the world. But when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him? Based on the beloved children's book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, Snail and the Whale follows the tiny snail's amazing journey as seen through the eyes of an adventurous young girl and her seafaring father. Created and performed by Tall Stories, creator of The Gruffalo (at COCA, 2013) and Twinkle Twonkle (at COCA, 2012), Snail and the Whale is recommended for ages 3 to 10.

Children's Books Hit Stage at KIDSFEST in Manila, Now thru 1/26
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2014


Well-loved children's books 'The Gruffalo's Child' and 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' are set to hit the local theatre scene via 'KidsFest,' a children's theatre festival slated today, Jan. 17 to the 26th, 2014, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.

Robert Redford to Receive American Riviera Award at Santa Barbara Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 17, 2013


Legendary actor Robert Redford, currently starring in the drama thriller 'All Is Lost' will receive the American Riviera Award at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, it was announced today Tuesday, December 17th.

Children's books Hit Stage at KIDSFEST in Manila, 1/17-26
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2013


Well-loved children's books "The Gruffalo's Child" and "We're Going on a Bear Hunt" are set to hit the local theatre scene via 'KidsFest,' a children's theatre festival slated on Jan. 17 to 26, 2014, at the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium, RCBC Plaza, Makati.

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE Plays the St. James Theatre, Now thru Jan 5
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2013


Following a highly-acclaimed UK Tour, and the huge success and popularity of family shows The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Tall Stories are pleased to present their latest collaboration with writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler; an adaptation of their much loved children's book, THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE. Former Children's Laureate Julia Donaldson and world renowned illustrator Axel Scheffler are responsible for some of the most charming and best loved children's books and Tall Stories are proud to continue to bring their books to life on stage for children all over the world.

Discounted West End Tickets Go on Sale Tomorrow for GET INTO LONDON THEATRE
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 9, 2013


Discount tickets go on sale tomorrow for Get Into London Theatre, the annual ticket promotion that allows the public to see some of the best shows in London for a fraction of the normal cost. From 1 January to 13 February 2014, over 50 musicals, plays, dance productions, entertainments and family shows will offer tickets from as little as £10 so everyone has the chance to experience the magic of London theatre.

2013 Year In Review: Carrie Dunn's Best And Worst Of Theatre
by Carrie Dunn - Dec 9, 2013


The UK editor-in-chief reflects on the ups and downs of West End theatre in 2013. So, another busy year in the West End - and a busy year for BWW:UK. I've been the editor-in-chief of BWW:UK for nearly five years now, working closely with our US newdesk (and dealing with that inconvenient time difference), and overseeing our ever-expanding reviewing squad (as well as our London writers, we also have a team at the Edinburgh Festival every year, and regional reviewers in cities around the UK including Glasgow, Birmingham, Sheffield and Bristol).

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE Announces Special Performances During Run at St. James Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 3, 2013


THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE will be spending Christmas at the St. James Theatre in London from 10 December to 5 January, following a highly acclaimed UK tour. Tall Stories, the producers and creators of this enchanting adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's book, are delighted to announce two very special performances: on Sunday 15 December, at 2.00pm, there will be a gala performance in aid of the charity Storybook Soldiers, and on Thursday 19 December, at 10.00am, there will be a relaxed performance.

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