Pinocchio
Adapted by Simon Reade, Music & Lyrics by Chris Larner
About Pinocchio
Wonderful puppets brought to life with ingenuity
Exhilarating, comical, joyous, vibrant
Back by popular demand!
This Christmas, the most famous puppet in the world is returning to the Watermill Theatre in our smash-hit musical adaptation of Pinocchio. Having played to packed audiences and been rated as one of The Guardian’s top 10 theatre shows in 2024, this magical, timeless tale is back to offer a festive treat for the whole family.
Lovingly carved in Geppetto’s workshop, Pinocchio’s parents dream of a bright future for their wooden son. Pinocchio, however, dreams of adventure and sets off on a path of fun and freedom, ready to discover the world. Along the way, Pinocchio is confronted with big decisions and a menagerie of colourful characters, leading to calamitous consequences as he starts a fire, turns into a donkey, and even ends up inside a whale!
With courage, heart, and a sprinkling of magic, Pinocchio celebrates what it means to grow up; the mistakes we make, the lessons we learn, and the power of unconditional love.
A Message from Michael Morpurgo
Inside Rehearsals with the Creatives | Pinocchio
Footage and artwork features the original 2024 company
SPECIAL OFFERS FOR THE FIRST THREE PERFORMANCES | Wed 25, Thu 26 & Fri 27 Nov 7pm
- All under-16s joining us will receive a FREE hot chocolate and sweet treat from our café before the show.
- Dinner & drink package - enjoy a main course from our winter warmer menu and a drink for £17.50 per adult and £10 per child.
Cast & Creative Team
Cast
Creatives
- Michael MorpurgoWriter
- Simon ReadeAdaptor
- Chris LarnerMusic & Lyrics
- Indiana Lown-CollinsCo-Director
- Elle WhileCo-Director
- Yoav SegalSet & Costume Designer
- Marc ParrettPuppet Designer, Maker & Director
- Jonathan ChanLighting Designer
- Ella WahlströmSound Designer
- Asha Jennings-GrantMovement Director & Choreographer
- Simon DavidMusical Supervisor
- John BulleidIllusion Designer
- Helen FoanAssociate Puppet Director
- Brett KaszaAssistant Lighting Designer
A Message from Michael Morpurgo
Pinocchio Trailer
Talking with Creatives | Marc Parrett's Puppets for Pinocchio
Image gallery
Footage & images feature the original 2024 company
