Freckle Productions, in association with The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, is bringing The Baddies to stages across the UK in 2025! Based on the much-loved book by Julia Donaldson, with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, this wickedly funny production is set to be a family favourite. Here are five things you need to know before booking your tickets.

1. Julia Donaldson Loves It!

The creator of The Baddies herself, Julia Donaldson, visited the show during its stop in Horsham and called it “terrific fun and bursting with energy.” That’s high praise from the author behind The Gruffalo, Zog, and Stick Man! If you love her books, this stage adaptation is a must-see.

2. A Star-Studded Creative Team

Directed and choreographed by Katie Beard, The Baddies features songs by Joe Stilgoe, who previously worked on Zog and the Flying Doctors. The adaptation is brought to life by David Greig and Jackie Crichton, ensuring a perfect blend of humour, adventure, and music. Expect catchy tunes, vibrant staging, and plenty of fun!

3. Meet the Hilariously Terrible Villains

The show stars a witch, a troll, and an ancient ghost—three delightfully wicked characters who take great pride in being bad! But when they try to scare a fearless young girl, they might not be as terrifying as they think… Get ready for a laugh-out-loud story that’s fun for all ages.

4. A Massive UK Tour with New Venues Added

Following its successful run in Edinburgh, The Baddies will hit stages across the UK from February 2025. New venues include Poole Lighthouse, MAST Southampton, King’s Theatre Glasgow, Dundee Rep, and many more. The tour will conclude with a special summer season at London’s Cadogan Hall from 1st–24th August 2025. Check out the full list of tour dates at TheBaddiesLive.com.

5. The Team Behind Stick Man and Zog is Back

Freckle Productions are known for their fantastic adaptations of Julia Donaldson’s stories, including Stick Man, Tabby McTat, and Zog. Their productions are packed with humour, energy, and interactive fun, making them a perfect introduction to live theatre for young audiences.

Don’t Miss Out!

Tickets for The Baddies UK Tour 2025 are on sale now. Visit TheBaddiesLive.com to book your seats for this hilariously bad—but oh-so-good—family show!