Why the Wales Came

by Michael Morpurgo

Adapted for the stage by Dani Parr and Danyah Miller
in association with Watford Palace Theatre

Created by the same team who brought you the acclaimed and much-loved production of ‘I Believe in Unicorns’.

THE STORY
Multi-award-winning performer and storyteller Danyah Miller vividly brings to life another enchanting tale by Michael Morpurgo.
‘Why The Whales Came’
is full of fun, mystery and adventure.
Children Gracie and Daniel have been forbidden to go near the mysterious and seemingly dangerous Birdman. But messages and clues intrigue them and, after being lost at sea in the fog and stranded on his tiny island, they begin to unravel the Birdman’s secrets, the villagers’ fears and superstitions and learn why the whales came to the island. 

A family show for everyone from 7 – 107 years old (not suitable for under 7’s)
Running Time: 60 minutes without an interval.

The show premiered at Watford Palace Theatre on Saturday 24th September.

‘It is a wonderful story brilliantly told that kept the audience entranced from start to finish.’

‘Danyah Miller was born to tell stories.’

‘Miller and the creative team really show just how creative storytelling can be.

‘This is a vivid, enchanting and beautiful gem of a production with a heartfelt message, delivered in an imaginative and thought-provoking way.’

‘This show is brilliant’

‘Danyah Miller is a storytelling phenomenon.’

Michael Morpurgo

‘The show was fantastic, powerful, imaginative. The messages of the importance of kindness, openness to others and the need to act humanely were loud and clear’

‘Absolutely magical! A wonderful story enacted beautifully. The stage looked amazing and it was fabulous how such a minimal set offered up some real surprises’

CREATIVE TEAM
Performer: Danyah Miller

Director:  Dani Parr
Designer: Kate Bunce
Video Designer: Cate Blanchard
Movement Director: Jennifer Jackson
Sound Designer: Martin Thompson
Lighting Designer: Will Evans
Voice Coach: Gemma Boaden
Dramaturge: Morgan Lloyd Malcolm

Production Manager: David Ferrier
Stage Manager: Matt Llewellyn Smith

Marketing:  Boom Ents
Production Photography: Helen Murray
Education Pack: Kirsten Hutton & Emily Rollings
Trailer: Dean Stead