New musical The Little Prince opens at Somerset’s Taunton Brewhouse

New musical The Little Prince opens this week at Somerset’s Taunton Brewhouse.

From Metta Theatre, the brand new circus musical extravaganza runs from 6 – 30 December 2023.

The show is adapted from the novella of the same name by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. It features a book and lyrics by Metta Co-Artistic Director P Burton-Morgan, who also directs the production, with a score by Candida Caldicot.

Stranded in the middle of the Sahara Desert, a brave pilot meets the Little Prince, a mysterious child from far away with a universe of stories to share. As water begins to run out, can these fantastical tales of adventure help this unlikely pair find a way home?

Based on the much-loved story by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, join the planet-hopping prince on an intergalactic adventure like no other! You’ll meet a host of colourful characters – from the friendly fox to prickly rose.

Joyously adapted for the stage by Metta Theatre and complete with spectacular circus and enchanting original songs, this uplifting tale of friendship and imagination is the perfect family treat this festive season.

The company of talented actors and circus artists – who will perform alongside a 24-person strong local youth ensemble – will include Joshua Frazer who will play ‘Prince’, Rosalind Ford as ‘Pilot’, Tilly Lee Kronick as ‘Rose / Fox’, Hazel Lam as ‘Fox / Rose’, Ben Kaufman as ‘Drunkard / Lamplighter / King’, and Freya Stokka as ensemble.

The production has set and lighting design by Metta Co-Artistic Director William Reynolds, sound design by Beth Duke and costume design by Rosalba Mensah. Joseph Buckler is musical director and Freya Stokka is associate director.

P Burton-Morgan said: “Five years in the making, it’s a joy to finally share this extraordinary production with audiences. Packed full of cyr wheel, unicycle, juggling, aerial hoop, fire and lots of acrobatics this circus musical will be a feast for both eyes and ears.

“I also can’t think of a more important time to be reminded of the values of trust, friendship and kindness that this story embodies – the Prince is right – we must look with the heart.”

Will Bourdillon, Artistic Programmes Manager, added: “We’re over the moon to be presenting this classic story of friendship and imagination, retold in a spectacular new way by Metta Theatre. We look forward to welcoming people of all ages to the theatre for a festive treat this Christmas.”

For more information and tickets, visit tauntonbrewhouse.co.uk