Illyria Outdoor Theatre brings Pinocchio to Weston Park this summer as part of the Plays in the Park series. Carlo Collodi’s classic is a perennial favourite. It is the third most translated book in the world since it was first published in 1883. Childless toymaker Geppetto buys a piece of wood to make a puppet – little realising the chaos he is about to unleash. The puppet yearns for adventure and runs away, but instead of excitement only finds glorious attractions containing hidden dangers. He returns home hoping to be showered with and learns his tribulations are just beginning. Running away hasn’t worked; lying won’t work; he must become a real boy to achieve the belonging he craves. Collodi describes the development from puppet to real boy in the same way that useless green timber is matured into useful, well-seasoned wood – a transformation requiring trials of water and fire. Illyria celebrates this magical coming of age tale in a thrilling musical outdoor show. Gates Open at 4pm, Show starts at 5pm. Running time 95 minutes (approx) including 20 minute interval. You are welcome to bring low back chairs, picnic blankets and a picnic Gazebos and BBQ’s are not permitted. To book tickets please visit Pinocchio at Weston Park at Weston Park event tickets from TicketSource Recommended for ages 5+ (younger children also welcome) #SummerList We're sorry but <%= htmlWebpackPlugin.options.title %> doesn't work properly without JavaScript enabled. Please enable it to continue.
