Eat.Theatre.Sleep.Repeat | Ep.1 | Pig Heart Boy

Millie from Blackpool Grand Theatre's Creative Learning department is joined by former teacher, Glen to discuss Pig Heart Boy ahead of its arrival to Blackpool Grand Theatre from 14 May - 17th May 2025. 

Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal – have friends, go to school, and dive to the bottom of his local swimming pool. But he desperately needs a heart transplant and time is running out. When he’s finally offered a new heart, Cameron must choose how far he’ll go to get his life back.

Wed 14 May - Sat 17 May
Starting From £15.50 *includes booking fees but exclusive of any per transaction, collection, or delivery fees.
Audio Described: Sat 17 Mar 2pm
Recommended for ages : A thought-provoking theatre experience for children 9-12yrs (ideal choice Key Stage 2 and 3 students)

From the multi-award-winning writer Malorie Blackman OBE, author of Noughts and Crosses, this brilliant novel is brought to life in a brand-new adaptation by Winsome Pinnock and is directed by Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu in a Unicorn co-production with Sheffield Theatres and Children’s Theatre Partnership.

Pig Heart Boy was shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and adapted by the BBC into a Bafta award-winning TV series

***** 5 stars
“Pig Heart Boy is a gorgeous piece of theatre that will not only delight younger audiences with the stunning set and strong performances, but will leave them open to new experiences.” and “A fantastic adaptation, Pig Heart Kid is a sure fire hit.”
Adventures in Theatreland

***** 5 stars
“This really is wonderful; hilarious, uplifting, profound, and, if you’ll pardon the expression, full of heart.”
Whatsonstage

***** 5 stars
“A stunning production.” and “A must for your diary.”
West End Best Friend