The Scarecrows’ Wedding
Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay invite you to . . .
The best wedding ever, the best wedding yet,
The wedding that no one will ever forget.
The Scarecrows’ Wedding is a favourite book in all the Family Clans’ households. It tells the story of enchanting story of Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay.
Harry loves Betty, and Betty loves Harry,
so they decide to get married
and Harry sets off to search for their wedding day essentials,
including a dress of feathers, a bunch of flowers and a necklace made from shells.
Now the story is coming to life in a theatre near you!
This truly heart-warming adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling book is bursting at the seams with Scamp Theatre’s inimitable style (Stick Man, Tiddler & Other Terrific Tales) and promises wit, drama, and wedding bells. This show stars Joanna Brown, Sam Heron and Mark Kane.
This epic love story is suitable for all aged 3+. The play is touring all over England and Wales from April until early August. You can see the places and dates on this page. We are going to the performance at The Atkinson in Southport, we are really excited to attending this and see the book come to life.
Here are some of the reviews the show has already received:-
★★★★
“Enchanting and hilarious. Bags of sheer family fun”The Stage
★★★★
“Charming and cheerful. These scarecrows will make every child smile”Daily Mail
★★★★
“Scamp Theatre is the production company any parent of small children needs to know”The List
Scamp Theatre was founded in 2003 by award-winning international producers Jennifer Sutherland and Louise Callow. They brings a range of theatrical live performance to audiences of all ages, with an increased focus on adaptation, particularly in children’s literature. With productions touring constantly, Scamp have a superb track record in theatre production in London, on tour and at the world’s leading venues & festivals.
Where will you be watching the wedding?
Nanna Jane
Sounds lovely, my daughter likes Julia Donaldson books
I’ve not seen this book, it looks great! Unfortunately we never get any of the decent plays near us, but I’ll definitely look out for the book!
Sounds like a great show to see maybe sometime it will come to Saskatchewan…
Would recommend the book if you have a little one. Great for bedtime story. x
Sounds fabulous and fun – one to see but not sure where yet