When is this event?
- 21st July 2026
Carlo Collodi’s classic is a perennial favourite. It is the third most translated book in the world, having appeared in no fewer than 260 languages since it was published in 1883, and has never been out of print. Childless toymaker Geppetto buys a piece of wood to make a puppet – little realising the chaos he is about to unleash. The puppet yearns for adventure and runs away, but instead of excitement only finds glorious attractions containing hidden dangers. He returns home hoping to be showered with sympathy and learns his tribulations are just beginning. Running away hasn’t worked; lying won’t work; he must become a real boy to achieve the belonging he craves. Collodi describes the development from puppet to real boy in the same way that useless green timber is matured into useful well-seasoned wood – a transformation only achieved through trials of water and fire. Illyria celebrates this magical coming-of-age tale in a thrilling musical outdoor show.
Running time: 95-minutes (approx.), including a 20-minute interval.
Recommended for ages 5+ (younger children also welcome).
Bring your own seating/rug, suitable clothing and picnic.
Well-behaved dogs on leads are permitted. Venue is wheelchair accessible.
The Cafe at Logie Steading is open offering takeaway hot & cold drinks, cakes & ice creams from 5.30pm until the start of the performance and again in the interval.
Doors open at 5:00PM
Show starts at 6:00PM
Where is this event being held?
You will find us on the B9007, sign-posted off the A940
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