We fell in love Philippa Pearce’s TOM’S MIDNIGHT GARDEN adapted for the stage by DAVID WOOD and have staged the show twice.
Tom has always been told it’s impossible to travel back in time, but when the grandfather clock in the hallway chimes thirteen times, Tom is transported to a secret garden from the past. Here he meets Hatty and together these two new friends enjoy fantastic adventures in a magical wonderland. But with each new journey through time, strange things begin to happen – and Tom must solve the mystery of the midnight garden!
A wonderful children’s story the whole family can enjoy!
"If you want real theatre, try this marvellous retelling of a favourite story!"
"An exquisite show for all the ages - we could not recommend it more highly!"
"The acting is superb!"
"What an amazing performance. The inspiring novel by Philippa Pearce has been brought to life in a spectacular production by Birmingham Stage Company. This cleverly thought out performance stretches imaginative boundaries, as the audience is left questioning their own judgement of time and reality!"
"David Wood’s award-winning adaptation is a joy, so simple and yet so multi-layered. It is just the vehicle for Birmingham Stage Company, where the lighting, the sheer power of the imagination and the quality of mime create an enchanted garden. This is high quality live theatre and is very respectful of its young audience, who are entranced."
"Just as they did in their recent production of James and The Giant Peach, Birmingham Stage Company show why they are at the forefront of children’s theatre. No CGI-laden effects here as Tom permeates through solid objects using simple theatre techniques. Minimal props and simple sets suffice as BSC’s multi-instrument playing cast intersperse their crystal-clear dialogue with music and haunting sound effects to keep its young (and old) audience spellbound."
Creative Team
Director – Neal Foster
Composer – Jak Poore
Design – Jackie Trousdale
Lighting – Jason Taylor
Sound – Nick Sagar