The popular stage adaptation of the much-loved children's book 'What the Ladybird Heard' is set to arrive at Milton Keynes Theatre on Wednesday 24 November.
Bringing the farmyard to life will be Nikita Johal (Spring Awakening, Hope Mill), Roddy Lynch (A Christmas Carol, Theatre Royal Bath), James Mateo-Salt (The Pirate Queen, London Coliseum), Matthew McPherson (The Jolly Christmas Postman, Oxford Playhouse), and Abigail Middleton (Pig, Royal Court Theatre Liverpool).
Direct from the West End, the play will showcase live instrumental music, original songs, puppetry and rhymes galore - this exciting adaptation is set to be a treat for the whole family.
The official description of the play reads: "Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird and a whole farmyard of fun! Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a cunning plan to steal the farmer's fine prize cow. But the tiniest, quietest creature of all, The Ladybird, has a plan of her own."
Best-selling author of the children's book, Julia Donaldson, comments on the adaption of her story as she said: "It’s fantastic to see one of my most-loved children’s books, What the Ladybird Heard, returning to the stage, both in the West End and around the UK!
"After such a hard year it’s important that we can provide creative escapism for young children, and this stage show will do just that. I can’t wait to get back to the theatre and see it myself. I believe audiences are in for a treat!"
Award-winning illustrator and show design consultant, Lydia Monks, adds: "It’s always a thrill to see my illustrations burst into life on stage and I’m very excited to be involved in this project.
"Theatre is an important tool for children’s creative development, and I believe this show is the perfect outlet. I look forward to transporting everyone to the farm for a fun family adventure!"
Packed with plenty of audience participation and full of laughs, this retelling of the classic children’s book is sure to be a fantastic introduction to theatre for the little ones
Tickets are available from £14 to everyone aged 3 and over.
For more information about the play and to book your tickets before they sell out, please click here.
