The Worst Princess

About The Worst Princess

Based on the book by Anna Kemp and Sara Ogilvie

A delightful dragon-tastic show for pop princesses and naughty knights.

Feisty Sue is not your everyday fairy tale superstar, in fact, she’s The Worst Princess. After being rescued by her twit of a prince she’s ready to start her happy end.

But first, she’ll have to make friends with a dragon, escape from a tower, and set the Prince’s pants on fire with her new fire-breathing bestie. Will Sue find her happily ever after?

Enjoy laugh-out-loud comedy, cool puppets, sing-along pop anthems, and a dazzling larger-than-life dragon as this bestselling picture book is brought to life on stage.

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Reviews

“It was an absolutely brilliant show, the children were utterly captivated by the actors and the puppets”. 

Audience member

“Brilliant songs and empowering message”. 

Audience member

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Tickets

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Booking information

Ticket prices:
Adult tickets – £16.00
Child tickets – £14.00
Premium tickets – £18.00

Premium tickets include a book signing with the author. Available on Saturday performances only.

Dates & times:
Thursday 17 April 2025 at 4.30pm
Friday 18 April 2025 at 11.00am and 2.00pm (Relaxed Performance)
Saturday 19 April 2025 at 11.00am and 2.00pm

Running time:
50 minutes

Age guidance: 
3+

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