The Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark

The Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark
Civic Theatre

Friday 27 and Saturday 28 January
Friday: 4.30pm Saturday: 10.30am and 2.00pm



Blunderbus presents their lyrical new moonlit adventure for 3 - 7 year old’s The Owl Who Was Afraid Of The Dark at Chelmsford Civic Theatre on Friday 27 and Saturday 28 January.
Based on the classic children’s book by Jill Tomlinson, this funny, gentle and reassuring tale helps children to discover that dark is fun, dark is exciting and dark is beautiful.
Plop was a baby Barn Owl. He lived at the top of a tall tree, in a field. He was fat and fluffy. He had big round eyes. He had very knackety knees. Plop was exactly the same as every barn owl that has ever been – except for one thing. He was afraid of the dark.
“I don’t like it” said Plop. “I do not like it at all!”
One day, Mrs Barn Owl suggested that Plop fly down into the world and find out about the dark for himself. So, Plop climbed out of his nest-hole, peeped over the edge, wobbled a bit, and fell off his branch. And so, Plop’s adventures began...
Join Plop, the baby barn owl, as he discovers the wonders of night-time; campfires, fireworks, starry skies and magical, moonlit adventures.
Featuring an irresistible mix of live music, puppetry and storytelling, this beautiful show introduces Plop, an old favourite, to a new generation of theatre-goers.
The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark has captivated children for many years, and this warm, funny adaptation promises to become a firm favourite with adults and children alike. It’s a hoot!
Adapted for the stage by Lynn Robertson Hay, with music and lyrics by Frank Goodhind. Directed and designed by Bill Davies.
Suitable for children aged 3 - 7 (and grown-up’s who still sleep with the big light on!)