The Smeds and The Smoos

16th November 2025 - 17th November 2025

Price: £15.30


Tall Stories presents The Smeds and The Smoos

A stellar show based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 

A JOYFUL TALE OF STAR-CROSSED ALIENS

Soar into space with this Olivier Award-nominated adaptation of the much-loved book by superstar duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. 
On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back?
Music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories – the company who brought you The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom live on stage.

“Magnificent…a tour-de-force family show.” ★★★★★ One4Review

“Enchanting and incredibly engaging…a beautiful adaptation.” ★★★★★ edinburghfestivalsforkids.com 

“Engaging and brilliant - perfect family viewing.” ★★★★★ beyondthecurtain.co.uk

“Their enthusiasm is infectious... tremendous fun.” ★★★★ East Midlands Theatre

“A magical blend of catchy songs, adept storytelling and audience participation that youngsters lap up.” ★★★★ East Midlands Theatre

The Smeds and The Smoos © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2019, published by Scholastic


Show Times: 16th November at 1:30pm & 4pm17th November at 10:30am & 1pm

Doors open at 30 minutes before the performance

Age Recommendation: 3+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)

Approx Running Time: 60 minutes (no interval)

Ticket Prices:  Adult - £15.30 | Child - £13.30

*£1.30 booking fee will be added per ticket

Additional Offers: Family Ticket (2 Adults and 2 Children) £55.20, plus booking fees

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