Movement Direction
Based on the short story by Oscar Wilde and Adapted by Anthony Weigh, Directed by Justin Audibert
Unicorn Theatre, London November 2019 – January 2020
This frighteningly funny and delightfully spooky retelling of Oscar Wilde’s comic novel is bought to life this Christmas with spine-tingling magic, spectacular illusions and ghoulish effects.
Mr and Mrs Otis and their boisterous children arrive from America to move into Canterville Chase – a rather old, rather creepy Gothic mansion. Of course, like all the best old mansions, the Chase comes with its own ghost – the rather tormented Sir Simon Canterville. The spectral knight does his very best to spook the trespassers from his ancestral home, but to no avail. Poor Sir Simon feels utter despair until he meets the young Virginia Otis who sees him for who is really is.
In The Press:
★★★★★ ‘An energetic ride of hilarity and ingenuity with a brilliant cast and a good message at its heart.’ Everything Theatre
★★★★★ ‘Utterly brilliant… a real family show’ London Theatre 1
★★★★★ ‘A real treat’ London Theatre Reviews
★★★★ ‘Definitely worth a watch’ WhatsOnStage
★★★★ ‘Highly amusing’ The Spy in the Stalls
★★★★ The Family Stage
‘Spooky storytelling for young audiences, enlivened by boisterous energy and fun visual tricks’ The Stage
‘A witty, magic-trick filled take on Oscar Wilde’s ghost story’ Exeunt
★★★★ ‘The show does not patronise children … a refreshing change to those tired of children’s shows that they find babyish and patronising.’ WhatsOnStage
★★★★★ ‘It’s a loud, noisy riot of fun – and some clever thinking and wonderful casting make this a star of a show for younger audiences.’ Everything Theatre
★★★★ ‘A highly amusing adaptation… perfect material for all the family’ The Spy in the Stalls
‘A child-friendly blend of gothic horror and quirky comedy’ The Guardian
‘It is all a great deal of fun. Put this on your list of Christmas shows to take the kids to: you’ll enjoy it too.’ British Theatre Guide
★★★★★ ‘This is a fun family production to see this festive period and offers a fabulous alternative to the mainstream panto for Christmas outings. This is a real treat to both those that already love the story and those that are yet to discover it.’ London Theatre Reviews
