Are they too young?

[Jemisa]

Would my G/daughters (4 & 6) like Roald Dahl's 'Georges Marvelous Medicine' there is a production on at our local theatre soon, I don't want to book if they are too young for it.
I don't know the story myself.

jem

[jb190281]

They'd love it I reckon jem. I was a huge fan of roald dahls books (still am!)

[saxy_jag]

These productions are usually written with young children in mind - there will be a lot of children there and it's a great introduction to theatre.

4 and 6 is younger to be reading GMM than many kids I've known, but if they're mature enough to enjoy the books then they'll be fine with the production.

[Jemisa]

Oooo Its not their intro to the theatre sax, they go 3 -4 times a year & have done since they were 2 years of age. Also have performed in various theatre's in a well known dance group.
What I was worried about Is it scary? I know some of his stuff is, I don't want their mother telling me they've had nightmares.
(Although when I took 'em to see "The Gruffelo" it was me that had the nightmares )

jem

[karenmac60]

GMM isn't scary - it's one of Dahl's more absurd books and very funny. I think they'll love it, but if you're worried, nip into your library and have a wee read of the book. It's not long.

[Chaffinch]

No they will love it, and learn to love great books

[Jemisa]

Thanks folks, Yes I've been on to amazon & ordered the book & a couple of others, When they have their sleepovers we'll cuddle up and enjoy the books together,

Will be booking our seats first thing Monday,

jem

[mockingbird]

Fab what a great gift -as the others have said they'll love it - and so will you!

[Ric.ror]

The production is on at the theatre I work at soon. The company are very good - if you get a chance see their jungle book touring later on this year. My boys loved it (years ago) but they love all Dahl books