Based on the original book Charlie Cook’s Favourite Book – written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler
Charlie loves reading. Especially books about pirates. But his sister hates it – it’s boring! Can Charlie convince her that reading is fun? Perhaps if she read a book about a pirate, who is reading a book about Goldilocks, who is reading a book about a knight…
Come and delve into a range of books with Charlie Cook, brought to life with puppetry and enchanting songs, and perhaps you will be able to help his sister discover the wonderful world inside a book…
A Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Co-Production
Text © Julia Donaldson 2005
Illustrations © Axel Scheffler 2005
Published by Macmillan Children’s Books © 2005
CREATIVE TEAM:
Adapted by Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane
Director – Samantha Lane
Composer/Lyrics – Barb Jungr
Set/Costume Design – Ellie Mills
Puppet Designer – Maia Kirkman-Richards
Lighting Designer – Sherry Coenen
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