Why the Whales Came
Set and Costume DesignOriginal Book Michael Morpurgo
Book & Lyrics Nikki Racklin
Musical Director & Composer Bella Barlow
Director Simon Kane
Designer Lu Herbert
LX Designer Joseph Ed Thomas
Assistant Designer Therese Su
Choreographer Phyllida Crowley-Smith
Faced with the backdrop of the First World War, the insular residents of Bryher can no longer escape the realities of life beyond the islands. It takes the innocence of youth – in the shape of plucky young Gracie Jenkins, and her sailing companion and confidant Daniel Pender – to try to blow apart the fear and hatred that threatens to destroy their community, lifting a powerful curse in the process.
“Tremendous.” – British Theatre Guide
- Company British Youth Music Theatre
- Year 2022
- Categories Set Design Costume Design
- Venue The Mack, Mountview, & Taunton Brewhouse
- Photography Leanne Dixon