York Theatre Royal Youth Theatre

'A real witch could smell you across the street… to a witch, you would smell like fresh dog droppings!'

This September, Roald Dahl’s scariest book is brought to life by York Theatre Royal's 16 to 19 year old Youth Theatre groups in a tremendously terrifying treat for the whole family!

Witches really are detestable creatures. They disguise themselves as lovely ladies, when secretly they want to squish and squelch all the wretched children they despise. They don’t ride around on broomsticks; they don’t even wear black cloaks and hats.

Luckily one boy and his grandmother know how to recognise these vile creatures, but can they get rid of them for good? Join our young hero as he discovers the real truth about real witches.

This is the story of courage in the face of a fiendish plan hatched by the Grand High Witch and the most mischievous gathering of witches ever assembled.

Suitable for ages 7 and over.