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, trumpeting sparrows… He also writes his greatest wish: When I grow up, I’m going to be happy. This is a magical story about a child learning to act when faced with fear and wrong. It grabs your heart, challenges your mind & makes you laugh no matter how old you are.

Written by Guus Kuijer Adapted by Richard Tulloch Directed by Neil Armfield Designer - Kim Carpenter Composer - Iain Grandage Lighting Designer – Nigel Levings Sound Designer – Steve Francis Co-produced with Belvoir

With: Julie Forsyth Iain Grandage Claire Jones Deborah Kennedy John Leary Pip Miller Lucia Mastrantone Rebecca Massey Matthew Whittet

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