Alexis Deacon’s much-loved tale about friendship, respect and the importance of including others.
Fantastic production images are in for Alexis Deacon’s incredible production of Beegu, coming to the Unicorn Theatre from 22nd March - Sunday 4th May. See website for further details.
As the national theatre for young audiences, the Unicorn Theatre is delighted to announce the cast and creatives for Beegu, a new adaptation of Alexis Deacon’s beloved children’s book. This heartwarming adaptation brings a charming story to life for audiences aged 3-7, exploring themes of friendship, respect, and the importance of inclusion.
The cast of Beegu will be led by Emma MacLennan (Alice’s Adventures Underground, The Vaults; In The Night Garden Live, UK Tour) as the role of Beegu, alongside Lucy Havard (baby my love for you is non-fungible, Camden People’s Theatre; The Fall, Southwark Playhouse), Lawrence Hodgson-Mullings (FOOL ME ONCE, Netflix; The Enormous Crocodile, Leeds Playhouse/Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre), and Aryana Ramkhalawon (Father & The Assassin, The National Theatre; When The Crows Visit, Kiln Theatre).
Beegu tells the story of a little alien who finds herself stranded on Earth after her spaceship crashes. Despite her friendly nature, she struggles to connect with the Earth People, who seem less than welcoming but Beegu’s journey of discovery reveals that perhaps the little people of Earth might offer the companionship she so desperately seeks.
A modern children’s classic, Beegu was New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Book of the Year and shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal, with Alexis Deacon being named one of Booktrust's ten Best New Illustrators (2008).
Listings
Beegu: Saturday 22nd March – Sunday 4th May 2025
Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2HZ
TICKETS - BOOK NOW
Under 18s £10.50 - £16.50 / Adults £13.50 - £21.50
Previews: Under 18s from £10.50 / Adults from £13.50
Further Information: Beegu | The Unicorn Theatre