ROSIE AND HUGH’S GREAT BIG ADVENTURE
music and lyrics by Nick Cope
book by Victoria Saxton
directed by Ria Parry
The North Wall, Oxford, 2023 & 2024
Pleasance Courtyard, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, 2024
Soho Theatre, 2024
A heartwarming and enchanting theatre experience for little ones and their loved ones.
Join Rosie and her trusty sidekick Hugh the Hedgehog on an unforgettable journey filled with magic, live music, and moments of heartwarming joy. Perfect for children aged 3–8, this enchanting production sparks imagination and celebrates the power of courage, kindness and hope.
As the summer holidays come to an end, Rosie is nervous about starting a new school. But her brave and adventurous friend, Hugh the Hedgehog, has a magical idea: he knows a witch who lives deep in the forest with her pet dragon, and she can cast a spell to make it the last day of the summer holidays forever! To make their wish come true, Rosie and Hugh must embark on an exciting quest to gather special ingredients from some unexpected new friends: a squirrel with a wobbly tooth, a little lizard, and a very rusty robot.
With stunning original songs by Nick Cope (CBeebies) and written by Victoria Saxton, Rosie & Hugh’s Great Big Adventure is a joyous celebration of friendship, bravery, and the magic of believing in yourself. Brought to life by a cast of actor / musicians, playing their instruments live on stage, this spellbinding production leaves audiences singing, smiling and inspired, long after the curtain falls.
“A beautifully crafted production offering entertainment and gentle but important life lessons.” Theatre Weekly ★★★★★
“A delightful musical! Young people will be left with a feeling of hope and optimism ready to embrace their next adventure.” The Scotsman ★★★★
David Luff and the North Wall, Oxford, commissioned and developed a new musical featuring the songs of the much-loved Cbeebies star Nick Cope. Teaming up with Patrick Myles, they produced the world premiere of this new show as Rosie and Hugh’s Great Big Adventure took Edinburgh, Oxford and London by storm in 2024.
Music and Lyrics: Nick Cope
Book: Victoria Saxton
Director and Dramaturg: Ria Parry
Set and Costume Designer: James Button
Arrangements: Rebecca Applin
Musical Director: Philippa Hogg
Lighting Designer: James Bailey
Co-Sound Designers: Martin Wiggins and Tom Brennan
Assistant Director: Zara Ramtohul-Akbur (workshop production)
Production Manager: James Bailey
Stage Manager: Lara Paul
Sound Engineer: Martin Wiggins
Costume Assistant: Heather Anderson
Participation Consultant: Abigail Walton
Photography: Helen Murray, Hoi Ki Chan and Hugh Warwick
Lead Producers: David Luff and Ria Parry for The North Wall
Producers: Patrick Myles, Tulchin Bartner Productions, Alexander “Sandy” Marshall
Co-commissioned by David Luff and The North Wall