Theatr Iolo presents
Owl at Home
Based on the illustrated children’s book by Arnold Lobel.
Adapted for the stage by Rina Vergano and Theatr Iolo.
Owl lives alone in a cosy little home in a hollow tree in the woods. With no one to talk to, Owl sings to himself and looks for ways to pass the time. He wonders about things a lot. What will happen if he invites winter into his home? And can he be in two places at once?
As his imagination runs away with him, ordinary objects begin to take on a life of their own and Owl finds an unexpected friend who’s willing to follow him to the ends of the earth... whether he likes it or not!
An enchanting tale with music, Owl at Home shows us how friendship can be found in the most unlikely of places.
Age Guidance: 5 - 11 years old
Thank you to Theatre Orchard for their seed contribution to the R&D phase of Owl at Home.
Cast and Creative Team:
Actor: George Williams
Director: Lee Lyford
Writer: Rina Vergano
Designer: Anisha Fields
Sound Designer: Dinah Mullen
Lighting Designer: Ceri James
Resources for Schools:
To support schools, we have created a free, downloadable Teacher Resource Pack. The pack is full of ideas and activities to take back to the classroom with clear links to the new Curriculum for Wales and the key areas for learning and experiences.
| Dates | Times | Venue | Box Office | Book Online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 19 + Thursday 20 October 2022 (previews) | 10am | The Riverfront, Newport | 01633 656757 | book now |
| Saturday 22 October 2022 | 10am (Audio Described) + 2pm | The Riverfront, Newport | 01633 656757 | BOOK NOW |
| Monday 24 October 2022 | 10am | Pontardawe Arts Centre | 01792 863722 | BOOK NOW |
| Tuesday 25 October 2022 | 10am + 1pm | Pontardawe Arts Centre | 01792 863722 | BOOK NOW |
| Thursday 27 October 2022 | 10am + 4.15pm | Torch Theatre, Milford Haven | 01646 695267 | BOOK NOW |
| Saturday 29 October 2022 | 2pm | The Welfare, Ystradgynlais | 01639 843163 | BOOK NOW |
| Tuesday 1 November 2022 (Half Term) | 10am + 2pm | Chapter, Cardiff | 029 2031 1050 | Book now |
| Wednesday 2 November 2022 (Half Term) | 10am (Audio Described) + 2pm | Chapter, Cardiff | 029 2031 1050 | Book now |
| Thursday 3 November 2022 (Half Term) | 10am (Relaxed) + 2pm | Chapter, Cardiff | 029 2031 1050 | Book now |
| Saturday 5 November 2022 (Half Term) | 10am (Audio Described) + 2pm | Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon | 01874 611622 | Book now |
Information for D/deaf audiences
Owl at Home is performed by one actor, who plays Owl. Owl doesn’t talk much during the show, so the story is mostly told through action and movement.
As there isn’t a lot of talking in the show, Owl at Home won’t have BSL interpreted performances. Instead, we have created a downloadable song book, with the words to the songs, as well as a visual guide to the show, explaining key moments, sights and sounds.
Information for blind and partially sighted audiences:
Listen to our Audio flyers and find out more about our Audio Described performances for young people who are blind or partially sighted.
Following the postponement of our tour of Owl at Home, based on the illustrated children's book by Arnold Lobel, we've created a series of short videos with George Williams, the actor and musician who was due to appear in the show in May 2020. George brings the Owl at Home stories to life for you to enjoy together as a family. Twit-twoo!
Our Owl at Home stories are also available to listen to on our podcast channel
Text, art, cover and copy of book from Owl at Home by Arnold Lobel . Illustrated By: Arnold Lobel COPYRIGHT (C) 1975 BY ARNOLD LOBEL.
Used by permission of HarperCollins Publishers