The Ugly Duckling

By Hans Christian Anderson (Adapted by Rob Ashman & Matthew Hart)

"This was the first theatre production I have taken my 4 year old daughter to and it really couldn't have been any better. Well done, it was brilliant!" - Julie Rimmer, Audience member, The Courtyard, Hereford.

Float downstream with the Story Man, in Sea Legs Puppet Theatre’s gentle, new musical adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic tale of belonging and identity.

Meet a host of colourful characters, as they run the troubled duckling out of the farmyard into a cold, lonely wilderness. Journey through the seasons as the hapless creature finds his way in a hostile world.

But do not worry! In a grand musical finale to melt even the coldest of hearts, a happy ending awaits our humble hero.

Set on the banks of a magical river, brilliant storytelling, fantastic puppets and a delightful new musical score make this a must see show for little ones and their families.

Recommended ages – families/ children age 3+
Running time: 45 minutes + 15 minutes “Meet the Puppets”

The Ugly Duckling Crew

Artistic Director - Rob Ashman

Director - John Cartwright

Puppetry & Performance - Rob Ashman

Puppets - Matthew Hart & Rob Ashman

Music - Jack Bishop

Swan Song Vocal - Ruth Keenan

Violin - Kirsten Hellier

Set - Matthew Farmer

Set Painting & Props - Craig Powell, Paula Staines

Seamstress - Karen Hughes

Metalwork - Jaz Asbury

Photography - Adam Cove, Carole-Anna Quinto, Matthew Hart

Original Artwork - John Morgan