Melbourne based theatre company AG Theatre is thrilled to announce that they are returning with a brand-new season of the classic fable The 3 Little Pigs, back to the stage this July school holidays playing for a limited season at the historic National Theatre, Melbourne from 9 July. The 55-minute children’s musical is contemporary version of an old tale, centred around mother pig who wants her three little piglets to move out and make their own homes. They resist, stomp and cry but they soon realise they have no choice, marching off together into woods, with their bag of acorns from Mother Pig , who watches with enthusiasm having finally reclaimed her space and freedom.
This much-loved piece of theatre is written by celebrated writers Stiles & Drewe, who are the Olivier Award winning minds behind Mary Poppins, Honk! and Peter Pan – A Musical Adventure. Australian writer of folklore writer, Joseph Jacobs (1854-1916), initially made the story popular, though it first appeared in print in the UK in a book, Nursery Rhymes of England, in 1886. The endearing story has gone on to have a universal appeal to children for nearly 140 years.
Making her debut for AG Theatre is celebrated Australian actress, Susan-Ann Walker, who take on the role of Mother Pig, best known for her tv roles in Winners & Losers (2011), Blue Heelers (1994) and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries (2019). Starring alongside Susan is a talented cast of seasoned performers including Isabelle Davis (Share House: The Musical), newcomer Ben Hamilton, Zak Vasiliou (Weird Al Piano Bar), Jake Lonergan (Network Ten’s Thank God You’re Here), and Joey Phyland (Victorian College of the Arts Grad 2022).
The 3 Little Pigs will play at The National Theatre in St Kilda from Wednesday to Sunday with two shows at 10am and 12pm, except for Saturday with only one show at 10am. The show is an absolute must see for over the July school holidays for lovers of the classic of all ages! From its charming characters to its uplifting message, the show is a joyful celebration of creativity, courage, and the power of friendship.
Tickets are now on sale for The 3 Little Pigs at https://booktickets.com.au/3littlepigs/
