Details

A fabulous adventure based on the famous books by Mary Norton. Meet the Borrowers, tiny people who live beneath the floorboards and follow their heart-stopping journey across the land of Giants to find a new home. Driven out by the evil Mrs Driver they encounter many new dangers in the countryside. There's also the mysterious 'Spiller', the unpredictable gypsies and their long lost relatives to find. After many hardships, thrills and spills, the little family's story reaches a truly joyous conclusion. Here is an innovative production in true Polka style that uses all manner of theatrical devices to make the imagination work and delight its audience.

Cast/Performers

Owen Aaronovitch (Crampfurl), Michael Blair (Pod), Courtney George (Arrietty), Sarah Groarke (Mrs Driver), Tony Shim (A Boy), John Tate (Spiller), Katherine Toy (Homily)

Creatives/Company

Book by: Mary Norton
Producer: Theatre by the Lake
Adapted by: Theresa Heskins (presented with the permission of the deFaria Company)
Director(s): Zoe Waterman, Cydney Uffindell-Phillips (movement), Marc Parrett (puppets), Lucy Jenkins (CDG - casting), Sooki McShane (CDG - casting)
Design(s): Bronia Housman, Marc Parrett (puppets)
Musical Director: Greg Last
Lighting: Ben Cowens
Sound: Hattie North
Other: Joe White (Aerial Support)