PW Productions Ltd presents The Bristol Old Vic production of WONDER BOY
Olivier Award-winner Sally Cookson (A Monster Calls) directs the critically acclaimed Bristol Old Vic production of WONDER BOY by Ross Willis, a heart-warming and inspiring story about the power of communication.
“An audaciously inventive, sparky yet sensitive, giddily enjoyable new play that deserves to be packed to the rafters” - Guardian
Sonny is twelve. He stammers and is finding his way in a world ruled by vicious vowels, confusing consonants, and let’s not forget the biggest beast of them all – small talk.
Sonny’s only friend is Captain Chatter, a comic book hero of his own creation, but in the real world, language is power and Sonny must find a way to be heard. When cast in the school production of Hamlet by the Headteacher, he finds the real heroes are closer than he thinks.
Packed with playful humour, dazzling visuals and thrilling original music this innovative production includes live creative captioning on stage throughout.
Winner of the 2023 Writers’ Guild Award for Best Play.
“It's some kind of wonderful” Guardian
“Boundingly imaginative” The Times
“Audience roaring with laughter and love from the first minute” Whatsonstage
£30 - £18 | 12+ (strong language, references to suicide and parental death)
FRIENDS PLUS HALF PRICE OPENING NIGHT | FRIENDS 10% OFF | 90min no interval
SCHOOLS | £16 | For group reservations, contact Box Office on 01743 281281.
Download
Wonder Boy Education Pack
here.
Post show Q&A | Schools WorkshopsA post-show Q&A with the cast will take place following the performance on
Mon 30 Sep. Schools workshops are also available on
Wed 2 Oct on a first-come-first served basis. Contact us on 01743 281281 for further information.
CREATIVE CAPTIONINGCaptions are used throughout every performance. A large digital screen is used for the characters’ words and thoughts throughout the production. You can follow the action by watching the actors, listening to them and by reading the captions.
SIGNED PERFORMANCE | Wed 2 Oct | 7.30pm
Accompanied with British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation for Deaf audiences who use BSL. Open to all.