By Hilary Bell. Songs Composed by Phillip Johnston. Ensemble Theatre, Sydney. Directed by Damien Ryan. 27 November 2022 – 9 January 2023

Seen : 4 December, 2022

Not reviewed by Carol; however Carol says this is an excellent production and well worth the travel to Milsons Point. With John Bell and Valerie Bader, how could it not be! A very unusual telling of the tale; exciting use of a small set; juxtaposition of period costume and current technology (told with a laugh), puppetry, and some clever audience involvement (not to mention community singing!). Extremely difficult direction, probably only successful because of the high quality of the cast.

A play which focuses on stagecraft, humour and the easy and comfortable relationship between the cast members (and crew too, at one point).  Very suitable for young people (maybe late pre-teens and above – the subtlety and humour might be lost on very young children).