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.