Longing to see the world, a tiny sea snail hitches a lift on the tail of a great big, grey-blue humpback whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, brought vividly to life through live music, storytelling and lots of laughs – but when the whale gets beached, how will the snail save him?

A heart-warming adventure for everyone aged four and up, from CDP Kids, the team who brought you ‘The Gruffalo’ and ‘Room on the Broom’ live on stage.

Running time 55 minutes (no interval)

“There’s real charm in this production.” ★★★★★ The Scotsman

“Faultless family fare” ★★★★★ WhatsonStage.com

“Captivating, inventive storytelling along with beautiful live music and songs – it’s highly recommended that you climb aboard and set sail!” ★★★★★ Edinburgh Festivals for Kids

“It’s ingenious, nattily staged, and like the little snail at the heart of the story has big ambitions and wide horizons. Very nice.” The Guardian

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CDP Kids presents Tall Stories’
The Snail and the Whale
A play with music inspired by the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

Adelaide Festival Centre
Dunstan Playhouse
Thu 20 – Sun 23 July

Children under 12 months attend free when seated in a parent or carer’s lap.

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Accessible drop off points, lifts and restrooms are available at the venue.

If you have access requirements, (including the use of a wheelchair or hearing loop), please contact the box office on 131 246 to book.

For more information on accessibility and your visit to Adelaide Festival Centre, please see https://www.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/…/festival…

The Snail and the Whale © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2003 – Macmillan Children’s Books