The Enormous Crocodile The Musical
The Enormous Crocodile The Musical brings Dahl’s mischievous reptile and his jungle-friends to life with bright sets, energetic songs and playful puppetry. Audiences can expect a joyful romp where the crocodile’s tricky plans are met with brave animals, rhythm and laughter.
Tour Dates
- Theatre Royal Brighton27 March 2026 - 29 March 2026Book Tickets
- Rose Theatre1 April 2026 - 12 April 2026Book Tickets
- Aylesbury Waterside Theatre30 April 2026 - 3 May 2026Book Tickets
- Lighthouse7 May 2026 - 10 May 2026Book Tickets
- Newcastle Theatre Royal21 May 2026 - 24 May 2026Book Tickets
- New Theatre28 May 2026 - 30 May 2026Book Tickets
- Theatre Severn4 June 2026 - 7 June 2026Book Tickets
- Belgrade Theatre11 June 2026 - 14 June 2026Book Tickets
- Grand Theatre18 June 2026 - 21 June 2026Book Tickets
- York Theatre Royal25 June 2026 - 28 June 2026Book Tickets
- Theatre Royal2 July 2026 - 5 July 2026Book Tickets
- Bristol Old Vic9 July 2026 - 12 July 2026Book Tickets
- Alhambra Theatre16 July 2026 - 18 July 2026Book Tickets
- King’s Theatre23 July 2026 - 26 July 2026Book Tickets
- Lyric Hammersmith Theatre29 July 2026 - 22 August 2026Book Tickets
Originally a picture book by Roald Dahl published in 1978, The Enormous Crocodile tells the tale of a cunning crocodile who seeks to devour human children, and the animal friends who band together to stop him. This musical adaptation features book and lyrics by Suhayla El‑Bushra, music by Ahmed Abdullahi Gallab, with additional music and lyrics by Tom Brady, and was developed by director Emily Lim and a creative team including puppet designer Toby Olié.
This production is designed with families in mind, suitable for children aged 3 and up, and runs for about 55 minutes with no interval.