Details

A fabulous adventure based on the famous books by Mary Norton. Meet the Borrowers, tiny people who live beneath the floorboards and follow their heart-stopping journey across the land of Giants to find a new home. Driven out by the evil Mrs Driver they encounter many new dangers in the countryside. There's also the mysterious 'Spiller', the unpredictable gypsies and their long lost relatives to find. After many hardships, thrills and spills, the little family's story reaches a truly joyous conclusion. Here is an innovative production in true Polka style that uses all manner of theatrical devices to make the imagination work and delight its audience.

Cast/Performers

Anna Fordham (Rich William / Eggletina), Frazer Hadfield (Boy), Natasha Karp (Mrs Driver), Ed MacArthur (Crampfurl / Spiller), Nenda Neurer (Arrietty), Matthew Romain (Pod), Charlotte Workman (Homily)

Creatives/Company

Book by: Mary Norton
Producer: The Watermill
Adapted by: Theresa Heskins
Director(s): Paul Hart, Tom Jackson Greaves (movement director)
Design: Toots Butcher
Lighting: George Seal
Sound: David Gregory
Music: Tarek Merchant