Adapted for the stage by David Wood. From the book by Roald Dahl.

George lives on a farm, managed by his mother and father. Their lives are thrown into disarray by the arrival of Grandma, who behaves appallingly. George tries to make her 'better' by creating a marvellous medicine, which has the most extraordinary effect on Grandma, who grows and grows until she bursts through the ceiling. George's father realises that the magic medicine could work on his farm animals, providing extra food to help feed a hungry world. But attempts to make more medicine lead to hilarious and frustrating happenings ...

The play uses puppets to considerable effect, plus a Giant Chicken, played by an actor.

There are four main characters, plus the Giant Chicken, who can be played by a stage manager.

'David Wood's sparkling new adaptation of the Roald Dahl classic gets the ear-splitting, roof-raising response it deserves at the Old Rep.'
The Stage.  

'This new adaptation is marvellous.  It has all the ingredients needed for a really good family show.'  '... school groups could have lifted the rafters, they were so happy shouting at George!' 
Birmingham Mail. 

'... a classic piece of theatrical magic when the grandmother grows through the roof ...'
Birmingham Post. 

'... an example of how to engage an audience's attention and keep it right to the end of the show.  And beyond.'
Whatsonstage.com.

Video Footage of Production

The play is published by Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. First Class Professional & Foreign Rights : Casarotto Ramsay Ltd. UK Repertory Rights : Casarotto Ramsay Ltd. UK Amateur Rights : Samuel French Ltd., a Concord Theatricals Company. US Stock and Amateur Rights: Samuel French Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company.