Cast Announced for Unicorn Theatre’s Family Favourite Beegu
The Unicorn Theatre is excited to announce the full cast and creative team for Beegu, a heartwarming new adaptation of Alexis Deacon’s beloved children’s book. Running from Saturday 22nd March to Sunday 4th May 2025, this family-friendly production will bring to life the charming story of an alien’s journey to find friendship and inclusion.
About Beegu
Based on the New York Times Book Review’s Best Illustrated Books of the Year, Beegu is a delightful tale that will captivate young audiences aged 3-7. The production explores important themes of friendship, respect, and the importance of inclusion as Beegu, a little alien, lands on Earth after her spaceship crashes. Struggling to connect with the seemingly unfriendly Earth people, Beegu’s journey ultimately reveals that companionship might be closer than she thought.
Production shot of Beegu - photography by Helen Murray
Cast of Beegu
Leading the cast as Beegu is Emma MacLennan (known for Alice’s Adventures Underground at The Vaults and In The Night Garden Live UK Tour). She will be joined by:
Lucy Havard (recently seen in baby my love for you is non-fungible at Camden People’s Theatre)
Lawrence Hodgson-Mullings (from FOOL ME ONCE on Netflix and The Enormous Crocodile at Leeds Playhouse)
Aryana Ramkhalawon (known for Father & The Assassin at The National Theatre and When The Crows Visit at Kiln Theatre)
Creative Team Behind Beegu
The creative team for Beegu brings together talented individuals to ensure a captivating and imaginative experience for young audiences:
Debbie Hannan (Director and Adapter, Lavender, Hyacinth at Bush Theatre)
Jean Chan (Set and Costume Designer, Legally Blonde at Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre)
Laura Cubitt (Movement and Puppetry Director, Olivier Award winner for The Jingleclaw at Birmingham Hippodrome)
Deanna H Choi (Compositions and Sound Design, Toto Kerblammo at Unicorn Theatre)
Will Monks (Lighting and AV Design, blackbird hour National Tour)
Jonathan Saville (Puppetry Design, Thomas the Tank Engine Series 3-5)
Production Dates and Press Night
Beegu will run from Saturday 22nd March to Sunday 4th May 2025, with the press night scheduled for Tuesday 1st April 2025 at 1:30pm. This enchanting production promises to be a memorable theatre experience for the whole family.
Book Your Tickets for Beegu
Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy this captivating new production at Unicorn Theatre. Tickets are on sale now, offering families a chance to experience a heartwarming tale that will resonate with both children and adults alike.
