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From the award winning writer of War Horse comes this inspiring tale of enduring friendship. From the African veld to the battlefields of First World War France, follow the adventures of Bertie and the White Lion as they strive to find sanctuary amongst devastating adversity. As a young boy living in Africa, Bertie rescues an orphaned white lion cub, but is forced to part with it when he is sent to boarding school and the lion is sold to a circus. Bertie vows he will see his friend again, but little does he realise the incredible journey his life will take him on before that momentous day finally comes. Age 8-14

Cast/Performers

Adam Buchanan, Lucas Button, James Charlton, Jonathan Dryden Taylor, Rachel Hosker, Claudia Jolly, Guy Lewis, Kevin Mathurin, Allison McKenzie, Charleen Owaye, Nicola Sloane, Sebastian Bessant, Ellie Bradbury, Archie Elliot, Ruari Finnegan, Anthony Harvey, Rudi Millard, Matilda Shapland, Hugo Talbot, Jack Taylor, Alex Webb

Creatives/Company

Author: Michael Morpurgo
Producer: Minerva Theatre
Adapted by: Anna Ledwich
Director(s): Dale Rooks, Naomi Said (movement), Charlette Sutton (casting director)
Design(s): Simon Higlett, Nick Barnes (puppetry)
Music(s): Tom Brady, Luyanda Lennox Jezile (additional music)