Sammy and the Beanstalk

About Sammy and the Beanstalk

Eight-year-old Sammy and her dad used to have lots of fun together, making up stories and mixing potions in their kitchen. But something outside is scaring Dad and he doesn’t have the energy to play anymore.

As Sammy ticks off the days until her mum gets home, Dad becomes more withdrawn and a mysterious vine starts tapping at their windows. What does it want? And is there anything Sammy can do to help Dad be brave once more?

Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose presents their fun and spooky, contemporary urban fairy tale, which draws inspiration from classic winter tales, both cosy and gothic, as well as opera, theatre and film to create a thrilling story-telling experience, in a wonderfully intimate setting.

Sammy and the Beanstalk is aimed at children aged 7+, families and any adult with a sense of fun and wonder.

Tickets

Tickets are £5 and it is free to access for schools and those on low incomes.*

Buy tickets

Once you’ve booked, you will receive a confirmation email and e-ticket with information on how to access the performance. By purchasing your ticket, you will have unlimited access to this online event anytime until Monday 22 February – you choose a time to suit you!

Reviews

It’s a really gorgeous piece of work, which will almost certainly resonate with anyone who has struggled during the pandemic. —The Family Stage

A lovely 30mins of ingenuity, musicianship, on-point messaging, hope & kindness. —A parent

Cast

Writer & Director: Robin Norton-Hale
Composer: Rosabella Gregory

Good to know

This has been a particularly tough year for many people, so if you would like to watch Sammy and the Beanstalk but cannot afford a ticket, email ticketing@operaupclose.com and they will send you a link.

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