The Reluctant Dragon
Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury · 5 December to 3 January 2027
Image: Marlowe TheatreThe Reluctant Dragon is a new family musical at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury, running from 5 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. A fairytale-obsessed child befriends a flamboyant dragon and the two plan how to save him from St George, based on Kenneth Grahame's story. It suits families with children aged three and over, and a free touch tour takes place before the Audio Described performance on 22 December.
Highlights
- Brand-new family musical based on Kenneth Grahame's story
- Runs 5 December 2026 to 3 January 2027 at the Marlowe Theatre
- Free touch tour before the Audio Described performance on 22 December
Getting there
Marlowe Theatre, CT1 2AS
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