15 November – 5 January

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.

Michael Morpurgo’s Pinocchio has been adapted for the stage by his long-time collaborator Simon Reade, music and lyrics by Chris Larner, co-direction from Elle White and Indiana Lown-Collins, set and costume design from Yoav Segal alongside Marc Parrett who will be puppet designer, maker and director, lighting design from Jonathan Chan, with sound design by Ella Wahlstrom, and movement direction from Asha Jennings-Grant. 

Paul Hart, Artistic Director of the Watermill, said

 I’ve always loved the idea of seeing a Pinocchio in this wooden and atmospheric space which responds to the idea of the story being literally carved out of Geppetto’s workshop. I have no doubt this celebration of storytelling will bring joy to our audiences!” 

Performance information

Running time approximately 1 hour 55 minutes including an interval. 

Most suitable for ages 4+ but all ages are welcome.

The Watermill Theatre,
Bagnor,
Newbury,
Berkshire, RG20 8AE

Administration: 01635 45834
E-mail: admin@watermill.org.uk

Box Office: 01635 46044

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