The nation’s favourite tea-guzzling tiger … brought to life on stage in THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA at the Theatre Royal Nottm 12-15 Oct

THE NATION’S FAVOURITE TEA-GUZZLING TIGER RETURNS

FOR A MAJOR UK TOUR IN 2022

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA

A musical play by David Wood based on the book by Judith Kerr

Visiting Theatre Royal Nottingham

Wednesday 12 to Saturday 15 October 2022

Following its sold-out West End summer season at Theatre Royal Haymarket, the Olivier Award nominated stage production of The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns for another major UK tour this year. A musical play adapted and directed by David Wood OBE, based on the classic tale by the late Judith Kerr OBE, The Tiger Who Came to Tea will visit the Theatre Royal Nottingham from Wednesday 12 to Saturday 15 October.

Casting includes: Jennifer Addey as ‘Sophie’, Katie Tripp as ‘Mummy’, James Carlisle as ‘Daddy’, ‘Milkman’, ‘Postman’ and ‘Tiger’, with understudies Benjamin Stoneand Tia Bunce.

David Wood OBE says: “The live theatre experience is brilliant at sparking children’s imaginations. I believe all children should be entitled to see exciting theatre; it can make them laugh, gasp, think, and feel – and, of course, entertain them. Given the chance to enjoy the story, the music, the magic, the costumes and sets, the sound, the lighting, and the audience participation, in a live performance – for real, before their very eyes – I believe children’s lives are enriched, their horizons widened, and their awareness and sensitivity heightened. Theatre, like all the arts, has the power to transform, inspire and delight.”

Hailed as Britain’s best-loved picture book, Judith Kerr’s timeless classic The Tiger Who Came to Tea is now in its 54th year, selling over five million copies since it was first published in 1968. The stage show premiered in 2008 and has since toured nationally and internationally, including Christmas seasons at the Sydney Opera House and Melbourne Arts Centre with sold out dates in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai and Bahrain, along with seven successful seasons in the West End. In 2012 the production was nominated for the Olivier Award for ‘Best Family Entertainment’. 

Bringing the nation’s favourite tea-guzzling tiger to life on stage, this musical slice of teatime mayhem entertains with sing-a-long songs, oodles of magic and interactive fun. It’s the ideal introduction to live theatre for children aged three and above and the perfect summer treat for the whole family.

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her Mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger!

The Tiger Who Came to Tea is directed by David Wood OBE, with designs by Susie Caulcutt, assistant director/choreographer Emma Clayton, music arranger & supervisor Peter Pontzen, magical illusions designed by former President of the Magic Circle Scott Penrose, lighting design by Tony Simpson and sound design by Shock Productions. Produced by Nicoll Entertainment Ltd.

LISTINGS INFORMATION

The Tiger Who Came to Tea

Theatre Royal Nottingham

Wednesday 12 October–Saturday 15 October 2022

Wed 1.30pm, Fri 10.30am & 1.30pm, Sat 10.30am

£15 plus discounts for Schools and Groups www.trch.co.uk Box Office 0115 989 5555