Wendy and Peter Pan
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Is Wendy and Peter Pan suitable for younger children?
The production is generally recommended for children aged seven and above. It features moments of peril, emotional themes and some darker scenes involving Captain Hook and the pirates. Most school-aged children who are comfortable with classic adventure stories should cope well, but babes in arms are not admitted.
How does Wendy and Peter Pan differ from the traditional Peter Pan?
While all the familiar elements are present – Peter, Tink, the Lost Boys, Hook and Neverland itself – this version places Wendy at the heart of the story. Her feelings, decisions and relationships drive the narrative, giving the tale a more modern sensibility and a stronger emotional spine without losing the sense of fun.
What kind of staging can we expect?
The show features large-scale set pieces, including flying sequences, pirate battles and magical transformations. Designed for family audiences, the production uses inventive stagecraft rather than heavy special effects, which keeps the focus on the performers while still delivering plenty of visual excitement.
How long does the performance last?
Wendy and Peter Pan runs for approximately 2 hours 45 minutes, including an interval. This gives families time to take a break, use the facilities and discuss favourite moments before the adventure continues.
About this show
Fly back to Neverland from a fresh, female point of view in Wendy and Peter Pan, Ella Hickson’s imaginative retelling of J. M. Barrie’s classic. In this RSC production, Wendy steps firmly into the centre of the story, swapping the nursery window for a daring quest that explores grief, courage and the bittersweet business of growing up.
Joined by Peter, Tink, Tiger Lily and the Lost Boys, Wendy soars through the night sky, battles pirates and confronts the diabolical Captain Hook in a staging filled with flying, sword fights and theatrical magic. A big-hearted family adventure with real emotional depth, Wendy and Peter Pan brings beloved characters to life while asking what it truly means to hold on – and when it might be time to let go.
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