Why the Wales Came
by Michael Morpurgo
Adapted for the stage by Dani Parr and Danyah Miller
in association with Watford Palace Theatre
Created by the same team who brought you the acclaimed and much-loved production of ‘I Believe in Unicorns’.
THE STORY
Multi-award-winning performer and storyteller Danyah Miller vividly brings to life another enchanting tale by Michael Morpurgo.
‘Why The Whales Came’ is full of fun, mystery and adventure.
Children Gracie and Daniel have been forbidden to go near the mysterious and seemingly dangerous Birdman. But messages and clues intrigue them and, after being lost at sea in the fog and stranded on his tiny island, they begin to unravel the Birdman’s secrets, the villagers’ fears and superstitions and learn why the whales came to the island.
A family show for everyone from 7 – 107 years old (not suitable for under 7’s)
Running Time: 60 minutes without an interval.
The show premiered at Watford Palace Theatre on Saturday 24th September.
CREATIVE TEAM
Performer: Danyah Miller
Director: Dani Parr
Designer: Kate Bunce
Video Designer: Cate Blanchard
Movement Director: Jennifer Jackson
Sound Designer: Martin Thompson
Lighting Designer: Will Evans
Voice Coach: Gemma Boaden
Dramaturge: Morgan Lloyd Malcolm
Production Manager: David Ferrier
Stage Manager: Matt Llewellyn Smith
Marketing: Boom Ents
Production Photography: Helen Murray
Education Pack: Kirsten Hutton & Emily Rollings
Trailer: Dean Stead