The Mermaid In The Gherkin Jar

“The mermaid gazed at Christopher as she drifted towards the inside of the glass… She looked like a prisoner… Suddenly Christopher realised what he had to do. He had to set her free…”

This alluring piece of Physical Theatre tells the story of Christopher, a boy with a disability, struggling to find his place in the world. Confused and uncertain, Christopher seeks solace in Azalea, an enchanting mermaid he discovers trapped in Granddad Scrumpy’s gherkin jar. She needs his help; he needs hers. But can she be trusted? Their relationship will change them both forever.

Adapted by NorthernRose Physical Theatre Company from the original novel by Tony Seymour, The Mermaid in The Gherkin Jar is a charming, modern, award-winning fairy tale.