Book Nooks
Production Archives
Writers
Benji Riggs
Premiere
2024
Productions
December 2024
About
The Flying Elephant Company, proudly supported by the City of Burnside, presents the world premiere of Book Nooks – A Christmas Musical, with an orchestral score reminiscent of Sondheim, and a Dickensian tale full of magic and joy.
On Christmas Eve, 11-year-old Jack Barker moves into his grandpa's old house. At first, Jack refuses to join the celebrations, believing that doing so would be leaving his grandpa behind. However, one night Jack finds himself in a magical village of Grunkels – the miniature makers of Christmas sweets – who have made their homes within the forgotten encyclopedias and history books that sit atop his grandpa’s bookcases. The Grunkels must help Jack find his joy before Christmas Morning, otherwise they may never see the Nell shine again. As he grows close to the whimsical creatures, Jack rediscovers his joy just in time to make it home for Christmas.
Reviews
"This is a production to be seen, appreciated and valued. The generally young audience in the Burnside Ballroom were decidedly impressed, and caught up in the magic and wonder of the Christmas tale. With Book Nooks Benji Riggs, his cast and crew have added in a most meaningful way to his own, and indeed to this state’s, artistic canon."
-David Smith, Theatre Association of South Australia
"Book Nooks - A Christmas Musical has the potential to become a cherished classic and could easily tour to other cities and country centres, to great acclaim."
"Book Nooks is an extremely slick and professional production. It is also bravely mounted at this busy time of the year but it makes for a fabulous pre-Christmas family treat and this jaded old critic loved it to bits and has no reservations in recommending it to one and all - to enhance a really happy Christmas."
-Samela Harris, The BareFoot Review
"it has you pondering long after the final bow. Its combination of heartfelt storytelling, captivating music, and charming performances creating a modern Christmas classic. It’s the perfect festive outing for families and friends."
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