6 – 21 September

First performed in 2022, the critically acclaimed Bristol Old Vic production of Wonder Boy returns to the Bristol Old Vic stage with a new cast.  Directed by award winning Sally Cookson  (A Monster Calls) it is a heartwarming and inspiring story about the power of communication.

Sonny is twelve. He stammers and is finding his way in a world ruled by vicious vowels, confusing consonants, and let’s not forget the biggest beast of them all – small talk. 

Sonny’s only friend is Captain Chatter, a comic book hero of his own creation, but in the real world language is power, and Sonny must find a way to be heard. When cast in the school production of Hamlet by the Headteacher, he finds the real heroes are closer than he thinks.

Packed with playful humour, dazzling visuals and thrilling original music this innovative production includes live creative captioning on stage throughout. 

Winner of the 2023 Writers’ Guild Award for Best Play.

Bristol Old Vic Theatre, King Street, BS1 4ED

Box Office 0117  987 7877

• 1 hour 30 mins (no interval)
• Ages 12+