Cinderella: A Fairytale

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Cinderella: A Fairytale

About Cinderella: A Fairytale

A Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh production
By Sally Cookson, Adam Peck, and the Original Company

Coming to Edinburgh this Christmas, the story we all love that has captivated audiences around the UK, Cinderella: A Fairytale!

Ella and her devoted father share a love for woodland birds and their calls, but when her father remarries, everything changes. Now Ella's feathered friends feel like her only true family.

Until one day, a mysterious boy stumbles upon Ella's tree hideout with an invitation to The Queen's Celebratory Ball! Can Ella make it to the ball in time? And is there more to her bird friends than meets the eye?

Sally Cookson's celebrated adaptation of Cinderella will delight the whole family in a new production from The Lyceum. With music and puppetry, this festive story adds a magical flutter of wings to happily ever after.

This production is dedicated to the memory of Daniel Baskharoun.

Secret Seats

Schools performances

5 Stars

'Heart, soul and visual wonder'

The Herald

5 Stars

‘Magnificent festive treat’

Broadway World

5 Stars

‘Classic, magical, with a smirk of mischief’

Corr Blimey

5 Stars

'Laughter and mayhem'

What’s Good To Do

Cast and Credits

  • Director Jemima Levick
  • Set & Costume Designer Francis O'Connor
  • Lighting Designer Emma Jones
  • Composer & Musical Director Jon Beales
  • Sound Designer Parasol Wu
  • Choreographer Emily Jane Boyle
  • Puppet Director Matthew Forbes
  • Associate Director Niloo-Far Khan
  • Associate Choreographer Jamie Keen
  • Company Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager Dan Dixon
  • Stage Manager Mickey Graham
  • Deputy Stage Manager Katy Steele
  • Running Assistant Stage Manager Claire Williamson

Dates & Times

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