A stage adaptation of the best-selling children’s book, ‘The Smartest Giant in Town’ is coming to The Lowry this February, featuring puppets and west-end stars.
Adapted from the classic children’s tale by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, who also wrote The Gruffalo, and The Gruffalo’s Child, the production includes west-end stars Heidi Goldsmith, James Keningale and Ashton Owen.
Telling the story of George the Giant who purchases a whole new wardrobe, making him the smartest giant in the town. But when he bumps into some animals who desperately need his help, and clothes, George learns the importance of generosity, kindness, and friendship.
Directed by Little Angels’ Samantha Lane, this puppet play also features music from award-winning musician, Barb Jungr.
Julia Donaldson said: “I wrote ‘The Smartest Giant in Town’ twenty years ago but the theme of generosity and kindness seems just as relevant today. The story really comes to life in Little Angel’s adaptation, which is also very faithful to Axel Scheffler’s brilliant illustrations.
“I saw the show when it first opened at Little Angel Theatre and the whole audience – including me – loved the puppets and enjoyed the songs. I’m so pleased that now more children will be able to experience it.
Axel Scheffler continued: “I am very fond of George the giant and his friends in ‘The Smartest Giant in Town’; I enjoyed creating his world with its mix of town and countryside, and range of animal characters in a place where everyone lives together harmoniously.
“The creative team at Little Angel with Fierylight has brought my artwork to life in 3D in a brilliant way and their production is great fun. I really recommend it.”
‘The Smartest Giant in Town’ comes to The Lowry Tuesday 21 February – Sunday 26 February. For more information, visit The Lowry website.
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