Why Watch Round the Twist?
- With over 10 million books sold and a Lifetime Achievement Award, Paul Jennings’ much-loved children's stories in the Round the Twist musical, raised a magical generation.
- Get ready for a thrilling adventure with Tony Twist and his kids Pete, Linda, and Bronson as they protect their lighthouse home from the greedy Gribble family.
- Groove to catchy tunes and an engaging storyline in this quintessential Australian tale, crafted into a musical by Paul Hodge.
- Paul Hodge is best known for his five-time Matilda-award nominated musical comedy Joh for P.M., and his original musical comedy Clinton.
The Round the Twist musical is an enchanting blend of music, suspense, and a dash of the supernatural, based on the popular children's television series by Paul Jennings. This engaging storyline, coupled with Paul Hodge's captivating music, is perfect for audiences aged 10 and above. From the haunted outhouse to the unforgettable Gribble family, the musical brings back all the elements that made the original series a hit. In a magical adventure filled with friendly ghosts and smelly feet, the Twist family aims to save their lighthouse home. Don't miss out on this fantastic musical adaptation of an Australian childhood classic.
Storyline
In a quaint old lighthouse, Tony Twist lives with his children Pete, Linda, and Bronson. Their peaceful life turns topsy-turvy when the greedy Gribble family sets their eyes on their home, planning to transform it into an Aqua-World-Casino-Burger-Joint-Adventure-Park. But the Twists are not going to give up without a fight. With the aid of some supernatural elements including a haunted outhouse, a crystal ball, a bunch of friendly ghosts, and some exceptionally pongy feet, they embark on an exciting adventure to save their home. Can they outwit the Gribbles and preserve their unique piece of paradise? Find out in the Round the Twist musical!
Additional Information
- Security: To ensure your comfort and security, you might encounter a few security checks when you arrive at the venue.
- Dress code: Smart casual or semi-formal attire is the way to go.
- Outside Food: While outside food isn't usually allowed, many theatres have cafes or restaurants nearby for you to check out before or after the show.
