The Gruffalo + The Snail and the Whale in Concert

A double-bill screening of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved family stories, with live accompaniment from the BBC Concert Orchestra.

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep dark wood in the Oscar nominated adaptation of The Gruffalo, voiced by Helena Bonham Carter, James Corden and Tom Wilkinson.

Watch the world premiere of The Snail and the Whale live in concert, the tale of an unlikely friendship, a tour of the world and a heroic rescue, featuring the voices of Sally Hawkins, Rob Brydon, Cariad Lloyd and Dame Diana Rigg.

This two-part concert will also feature a special performance by Julia Donaldson of The Gruffalo and The Snail and the Whale songs, with Axel Scheffler illustrating live on stage.

Both films feature music composed by René Aubry.

Terry Davies Conductor
BBC Concert Orchestra

* The 11:30 am performance is for children and adults with autism, sensory and communication impairments and learning disabilities. *