A super-sleuth romp for the whole family! Join the adventures of young Emil and a gang of streetwise city kids as they team up to outsmart a dastardly thief.
Emil’s caught the train to the big city and is on a mission to deliver her mum’s hard-earned savings to Grandma. But what to do when a man in a bowler hat swindles her and disappears with all the money?
Adapting the classic children’s novel that redefined the whole kids-versus-adults genre, acclaimed family theatre experts Slingsby use the magic of lighting and shadows to spin a yarn rich with intrigue, quick wits and true grit. They say, “never underestimate the determination of a child”: Emil and the Detectives will have you cheering at every moment these youngsters triumph over tricksters – and then some.
“Emil and the Detectives delights, intrigues and astonishes its audience... an outstanding piece of children’s theatre... [and] an experience to be savoured by all.” — InDaily
“For 10 years, Slingsby... has been making captivating theatre for young audiences... Emil and the Detectives is no exception... [it’s] a theatrical delight.” — The Australian
Audience warnings
Contains lighting effects, smoke and haze effects. This show is recommended for ages 8+.
Emil and the Detectives by Erich Kästner, adapted for the stage by Nicki Bloom
Slingsby is supported by the Government of South Australia through Arts South Australia, and by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.
