"The Smeds and the Smoos is a joyful inclusive adventure, which balances fun and an important message with skilful consideration."
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"Families who love the book will love this live version, and, as a first-time West End adventure, it is sure to bring rocket-fuelled laughter."
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"It absolutely does the trick: kids who love the book will surely love the play, and if you were already considering taking your little ones to ‘The Smeds and the Smoos’, you absolutely should."
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“The script... slightly falters. Lots of ad-libs are threaded through the original text and they are not very helpful: they disrupt the rhythm and dilute Donaldson’s clever repetitions, which are so important in maintaining momentum...what’s lost in the language is made up for with lots of lovely visual gags.”
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“Good children’s theatre keeps its young audience totally engaged, and many of the toddlers around me, bouncing along to the jolly music, were entirely captivated. By that measure, Mitchell’s production is certainly a success.”
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“ ‘The Smeds and the Smoos’ is a truly wonderful story of love and acceptance which makes for a perfect and uplifting first trip to the theatre for young children...a delightful summer holidays outing that both myself and young nephew enjoyed. ”
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