Pig Heart Boy
23 Apr - 26 Apr
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£10 - £29.50
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Is it better to have a pig’s heart that works … than a human heart that doesn’t?
A show about friendship, loyalty, family and love that will encourage children to think about moral issues and how to overcome setbacks in life.
Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal – have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately needs a heart transplant and time is running out. When he’s finally offered a new heart, Cameron must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back.
From the multi award-winning writer Malorie Blackman OBE, author of Noughts and Crosses, this brilliant novel is brought to life in a brand-new adaptation by Winsome Pinnock, and is directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu in a Unicorn co-production with Sheffield Theatres and Children’s Theatre Partnership.
Pig Heart Boy was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and adapted by the BBC into a Bafta award-winning TV series.
Based on the novel by Malorie Blackman
Adapted by Winsome Pinnock
Directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu
A Children’s Theatre Partnership, Unicorn Theatre and Sheffield Theatres Production
Important information
Ticket prices: £10 - £29.50
Running time: Approx 1 hour 50 minutes incl 20 minute interval
Age recommendation: 9+
Concessions:
Friends – 5% off
Ambassadors, Supporters, Best Friends and Gold Friends – 10% off
Friends – half price drama on first performance
Corporate – £2 off
O60s – £3 off bands A – B week day 1pm showings
Family Offer – Buy three get one free – Sat 26 Apr 1pm and 6pm
Schools – £17 – band A-D – any weekday performance and 1 TA free with every 10 tickets
Groups – 20+ 10% off, 40+ 20% off, 80+ 25% off on Wed – Thu performances
£10 seats for this show are available for members of My Theatre
Information for schools
This story dives deep into themes of identity, resilience, and ethical dilemmas, all through the eyes of a young boy facing life-changing decisions – encouraging students to engage in thought-provoking debates and critical thinking.
With alignment to English, PSHE, and Citizenship lessons, the production brings to life themes of empathy, health, ethics, and identity in a way that connects with Key Stage 2 and 3 curriculum objectives. Adapted from Malorie Blackman’s award-winning novel, the show will also help students to appreciate literature and its translation to the stage.
Creative Matters: The Shape of Family is a year-long season to explore what it means to be a family and the ever-evolving nature of family life. From multi-generational households to chosen families, from kinships to blended families, the word family can be just as complex as the relationships themselves.
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Reviews
★★★★★
“This really is wonderful; hilarious, uplifting, profound, and, if you’ll pardon the expression, full of heart.”
Whatsonstage
★★★★★
“Truthful, convincing and also very funny.”
West End Best Friend
★★★★★
“Pig Heart Boy is a gorgeous piece of theatre that will not only delight younger audiences with the stunning set and strong performances, but will leave them open to new experiences.”
Adventures in Theatreland
★★★★★
“Despite being aimed at children aged 9 – 13 I, as a 31 year old, was absolutely hooked throughout.“
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