Thomas is nine and he's started writing a book. His father says all important books are about God. Even so, Thomas writes down all the interesting things he sees that other people seem to ignore: tropical fish in the canal, frogs in the letterbox, trumpeting sparrows… He also writes his greatest wish: When I grow up, I’m going to be happy. Featuring Jesus, the angels, the Bottombiter, the startling Mrs Van Amersfoort and a beautiful girl with a leather leg, this is a magical story about a child learning to act when faced with fear and wrong. Acclaimed author Guus Kuijer’s grabs your heart, challenges your mind & makes you laugh no matter how old you are.

Reviews

8/10 - It's wonderful, life-affirming theatre - take the kids.
Sun-Herald.

If you have kids - seven and over - I'd say take them to see The Book of Everything. If you don't, see it anyway. It's a gem of a show.
Sydney Morning Herald

It is funny and moving, and one of the most delightful family productions I have seen for many years.
The Australian

4½/5 - A delightful work...appeals to children & adults alike.
Sunday Telegraph

Preview Dates

• Wed 23 Dec 8pm - 6.30pm
• Sun 27 Dec 5pm - 6.30pm
• Tue 29 Dec - 6.30pm

Season Dates

• Wed 30 Dec 6.30pm, Thu 31 Dec - 5pm
• 2 January – 31 January - Wed 11am and 6.30pm, Other weekdays 6.30pm
• Sat 2 & 8, Sun - 5pm

Special ToI Opening Show & Party

See the show and meet the cast at the aftershow party. In the tradition of ToI family openings, Sweet Art will create a special Book of Everything cake. This year our new co-Ambassador, actress Miranda Otto, will join Hugo Weaving to cut the cake and feed the excited troops.

Call Belvoir St Box Office on 9699-3444 and say the magic words “I’m going to be happy” to secure your seats for the special opening. Be quick - only 100 seats available.

If you miss out the same savings apply to previews on 23 & 29 December - but without the party.