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This thrilling adventure of fantasy, myth and friendship, is a five-star spectacular which blends magic with memory in a tour-de-force of storytelling that takes audiences on an epic journey to a childhood once forgotten and the darkness that lurks at the very edge of it.
Returning to his childhood home, a man finds himself standing beside the pond of the old Sussex farmhouse where he used to play. He's transported to his 12th birthday when his remarkable friend Lettie claimed it wasn't a pond, but an ocean – a place where everything is possible...
A genuine rarity - a show that enthrals all generations- GUARDIAN
An enveloping, enthralling theatrical experience- EVENING STANDARD
Theatre at its gob-smacking best- DAILY TELEGRAPH
Plunged into a magical world, their survival depends on their ability to reckon with ancient forces that threaten to destroy everything around them.
This production contains the following effects; high intensity lighting and strobe, haze and smoke, pyrotechnics, loud sound, blackouts and some scenes that people may find frightening. The production contains some adult themes that some people may find distressing, including a depiction of suicide and scenes discussing suicide.
Even better in the West End. Bigger, stranger, sadder and more beautiful. Shows like this don’t come along very often- TIME OUT
This knockout production is theatre at its best- INDEPENDENT
There’s nothing around to beat this thrillingly imaginative show- MAIL ON SUNDAY
The Alexandra, Birmingham
Birmingham’s beloved theatre, The Alexandra, was built in 1901 by William Coutts and throughout its vast history, has become home to first class entertainment. In 2018, the venue underwent an extensive refurbishment and reverted to its original name, The Alexandra. The theatre is a valuable contributor to culture within Birmingham and the West Midlands, presenting first-rate musicals, drama, comedy and more.
Notable performances at The Alexandra Theatre include Chicago, Fame and An Inspector Calls, with new shows added regularly. It’s seen many famous faces throughout the years and continues to bring star-studded shows to Birmingham straight from London’s West End. Browse The Alexandra’s show listings now.