Pirates Love Underpants

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  • Run time – 60 minutes, no interval
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These pirates SO love underpants!

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail on a hilarious quest for the legendary Pants of Gold in Pirates Love Underpants, based on the bestselling book by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort. It’s a swashbuckling, underpants-loving adventure for the whole family!

This summer join our party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s Treasure chest!

Dodge hungry crocs beneath Long-John Bridge, bob upon the waves of Big Knickers Bay, spot sharks in fancy underpants and trek across Three Pants Ridge.

Filled with music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold, arrr you ready to set sail for a family adventure?

Based on the original book Pirates Love Underpants. Text Copyright© Claire Freedman 2013. Illustrations Copyright© Ben Cort 2013. Published by arrangement with Simon and Schuster UK Ltd, 1st Floor 222 Grays Inn Rd, London, WC1X 8HB. 

Sydney Opera House and NLP present the Curve Production of Pirates Love Underpants

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Charming treasure trove of children’s theatre. Fiercely fabulous family fun.

East Midlands Theatre

About Norwell Lapley Productions

Norwell Lapley Productions (NLP) is one of the UK’s leading independent production companies, with over 30 years’ experience producing and promoting work for both domestic and international touring markets. They have developed a vast and diverse body of work over the years.

They specialise in innovative adaptations of children’s literature and have built a significant portfolio of work for young audiences. Their productions also include touring theatre shows featuring well-known television personalities and authors, delivering over 500 performances annually.

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Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.

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