Stage: David Walliams’ comedy novel is adapted for the stage and comes to The Royal Hippodrome in Eastbourne
Can David Walliams do no wrong? From his early comedy partnership with Matt Lucas, through the success of Little Britain and his irreverent presence of Britain’s Got Talent and a hugely successful career as a writer of comedy novels for the young, the man is touched with gold.
Now Heartbreak Productions are back touring throughout the UK with their brand new adaptation of his heart-warming, comedy novel, Billionaire Boy.
Billionaire Boy tells the story of Mr Spud and his son Joe as they embark on a funny and poignant adventure discovering love, loss and friendship and asking if money really can buy happiness.
Heartbreak Productions are renowned for their unique style and tour each production with a small but multi-talented cast of actors. “Expect singing, dancing and music alongside great acting from our teams,” explains the company’s director Maddy Kerr. “We want to make sure that there’s something for everyone in our shows and love to engage and get audiences involved – our versatile performances really help us to do that and in some of the most amazing venues throughout the UK.”
Renowned for their unique style
This is the third adaptation of a David Walliams’ novel that Heartbreak have undertaken, having already gained great success in previous years with national tours of Mr Stink and Ratburger.
For the new show Heartbreak is delighted to welcome award-winning director Adam Morley to the team. “I am so excited to be working with Heartbreak Productions for the first time and am really enjoying the opportunity of working with such a great team of actors to bring this wonderful new adaptation to the unique and wonderful platform that these exceptional venues offer for open air theatre.” This new production of Billionaire Boy tours for the first time this summer and promises to be a sure-fire hit for audiences of all ages.
Billionaire Boy The Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne
15 June at 5pm, 16th June at 10am and 7pm.
Tickets are priced from £9 available from the box office 01323 80 20 20 or online www.royalhippodrome.com
