Peter Pan at The Barbican, London

[Robert Greenham]

I wonder....

Does everyone know that Peter Pan is being staged at The Barbican Theatre, London, from 12 to 29 May?  This is billed as a new version by David Greig, directed by John Tiffany, a co-production between the National Theatre of Scotland and The Barbican. 

To quote the blurb:

"All children grow up, except one…

"Peter Pan and the Darling Family are re-imagined in Victorian Edinburgh, full of mysterious mists, gas-lamps and bridges. Peter’s impish arrival into the lives of Wendy, John and Michael marks the beginning of a thrilling, deliciously naughty and unpredictable escapade. Together they take off on a fantastical flight to the colourful, wonderful Never Land, an enchanted place of vivid characters. There’s a gang of Lost Boys, a horde of pirates and of course, one of the wickedest villains of all time.

"Razor-sharp fights, virtuoso flying sequences, acrobats, ticking crocodiles and one great big hook will ensure adults and children alike are drawn into this other-worldly adventure of epic proportions.

"This production marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of JM Barrie."

I wonder.....