Not Now, Bernard
‘There’s a monster in the garden and it’s going to eat me.’
Bernard’s got a problem. There’s a monster in the garden… but his mum and dad are too busy to notice. So Bernard does what any sensible child would do — he tries to befriend it. That doesn’t quite go to plan.
A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee’s much-loved picture book, bursting with chaos, live music made from instruments and household objects, and an ENORMOUS purple monster.
This is a story about being heard, getting noticed, and what happens when grown-ups are just too busy — told with comedy, imagination, and plenty of mischief.
With integrated Makaton, this accessible production is suitable for everyone aged 3+.
Supported by Arts Council England, the egg, and Front Room Theatre.
Not Now Bernard © David McKee 1980, published by Andersen Press Ltd.
Bernard’s got a problem. There’s a monster in the garden… but his mum and dad are too busy to notice. So Bernard does what any sensible child would do — he tries to befriend it. That doesn’t quite go to plan.
A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee’s much-loved picture book, bursting with chaos, live music made from instruments and household objects, and an ENORMOUS purple monster.
This is a story about being heard, getting noticed, and what happens when grown-ups are just too busy — told with comedy, imagination, and plenty of mischief.
With integrated Makaton, this accessible production is suitable for everyone aged 3+.
Supported by Arts Council England, the egg, and Front Room Theatre.
Not Now Bernard © David McKee 1980, published by Andersen Press Ltd.
Image supplied by Waterside Arts Centre
- Location
- Waterside
- Date
- 25 October
- Time
- 2:30 pm
- Where held
- In person only
- Price
- £14.00
- Family friendly
- Accessible Toilet
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Hearing Aid Loop
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Age friendly
- Guide Dogs welcome
- Assistance Dogs welcome
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