Anna Newell

Hush A Bye - a performer holds a moon-shaped lantern and a child reaches out to touch it
2017-18Early Years

Hush-a-Bye

Hush-A-Bye is an interactive, multi-sensory production for the very young, with live music, puppets and an enchanting environment.

Directed by Anna for the world-reknown Oily Cart Theatre Company.

Nestle among branches and meet the neighbours in a magical immersive tree-top world. The leafy canopy is home to some of the creatures you might expect, and one you definitely won’t – a tiny baby! How did the infant get up there? Who is looking after them? And how can we help? Experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of a woodland wonderland, the audience must explore to find answers.

The production is presented in three versions: one for babies and toddlers (6 months – 2 years), one for young children (3 – 5 years), and a relaxed version for young people aged 3 – 8.

Every aspect of the theatre experience has been carefully considered... I didn't want any of it to end. The Stage ★★★★★