First tour for Walliams new show hits Stafford
The world premiere tour of David Walliams’ The First Hippo on the Moon is heading to Stafford Gatehouse Theatre this weekend.
Based on the comedian, actor and TV personality's original children’s book with illustrations by Tony Ross, The First Hippo on the Moon is described as 'an explosively funny space adventure' which sees the enormously rich lead character Hercules Waldorf-Franklin III and ingenious Shelia compete to be the first hippo to make it to the moon.
Walliams has taken the literary world by storm in recent years and his stories are adored by children the world over.
He has achieved unprecedented critical acclaim and quickly developed a reputation as a natural successor to Roald Dahl.
His books have been translated into over 45 languages and sold over 9.5 million copies in the UK alone.
One of his most successful titles Gangsta Granny was adapted for the stage in November 2015 by Birmingham Stage Company and continues on tour until January 2017
This weekend will see The First Hippo on the Moon come to Stafford Gatehouse as part of its first tour, with shows on Saturday at 1pm and 3pm, as well as on Sunday at 10:30am and 12:30pm.
Speaking when the tour was announced, Walliams said: “I am delighted that ‘The First Hippo on the Moon’ will be travelling up and down the UK.
"I've been a long-time admirer of Les Petits Theatre Company and the innovative approach they take to theatre- making so I am excited to see how they bring my hippo space explorers to life on stage.”
Tickets are £12.50, with a School party rate also available, and can be purchased from the Box Office on 01785 619080 or online via www.staffordgatehousetheatre.co.uk
