FAMILY SHOWS
I have performed at festivals including Greenman, Latitude, Wilderness & Camp Bestival, (as well as lots of book festivals). My shows are written for the whole family to enjoy, with lots of interaction, original music & silly jokes.
There are 4 shows listed below but if you are looking for a show tailored to your needs, I'd be happy to discuss possibilities
If you would like to book a show for your festival, theatre or library, please get in contact.
Rabunzel The Musical
Rabunzel The Musical is the story of a long eared rabbit who is locked away in a high hutch and learns how to turn her weakness into a strength. I have put the show on in various forms. At Latitude Festival, we did it with a team of performers. I turned it into a one man (one daughter) show at the Big Penny Social and Pickled Pepper Books, Crouch End. More recently, I have been taking it into schools where it works well with both KS1 & KS2 audiences.
Fairy Tale Musical Mash Up
Based on my Fairy Tales for the Fearless picture books, this is a selection of interactive songs and stories about a disco dancing gorilla (CinderGorilla), cat-walking cats (Snowy White) and a long-eared rabbit, Rabunzel. Featuring fantastic illustrations by Loretta Schauer, you’ll be invited to wave your ears in the air, strut like a cat and boogie on down. 45 minutes duration Suitable for ages 4+
I have now turned all three books (Rabunzel, CinderGorilla & Snowy White) into mini musicals, currently performed as one-man shows. I have taken these shows to book and music festivals, schools, libraries and theatres all over the UK.
Mystery Makers
A one-man (one audience) show Mystery Makers sets the ambitious goal of creating a mystery story live on the spot. No plan. No limits. Some props. You, my audience will help the Fictional Detective write, direct and star in a brand new brilliantly-plotted whodunnit, full of twists, turns, drama, danger and herrings of every colour imaginable. Expect audience participation, an improvised soundtrack, off-the-cuff improvisation, fast rapping, laughter, a couple of admittedly awkward bits, ukulele playing, fun and a big gasp at the end when we discover whodunit.
1 hour
For ages: 6+
The Ministry of Mini Musicals
A portable, personalised songwriting service. This year, the Ministry will be creating musically magical moments in Wychwood, Glastonbury, Latitude & Greenman festivals. To book me to visit your festival, get in contact.
Gareth P Jones
​​The Minister of Mini Musicals​
