Directed by Richard Hayhow & Jon Palmer
Music by Christopher Madin
Designed by Rebecca Hirst
Dramaturgy by Bridget Foreman

The tale of an extraordinary boy.

Running wild in the streets, playing truant from school, upsetting the neighbours. Old Joe is terrified about where his blockhead of a son will end up. Why can't Pinocchio behave like an ordinary boy?

And when Pinocchio finally disappears into an underworld of con-men, low-lifes and sharks, Old Joe frantically pursues his son along his ever more wild, strange and epic journey.

Anarchically exuberant and savagely funny, this new production brings a dark and refreshing twist to the classic tale of Pinocchio – the boy who was made with a heart as hard as wood.

Full Body and the Voice and The Shysters have unrivalled reputations for their work with actors with learning disabilities. Their collaboration with actors from York Theatre Royal brings together a brilliant ensemble company.

Things you might see: a shark, a talking donkey, some very bad behaviour…

Things you might not see: a nose that grows, Jiminy Cricket, dungarees. Disney this ain’t.

Suitable for ages 8 and up.

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