With an audience ranging from young to old, this fairytale crime pantomime is best served with a generous helping of audience interaction.

The story begins as The Big Bad Wolf is lured into police custody, but the main plot revolves around his son, The Little Good Wolf, attempting to make amends for his father’s misdeeds. Never fear, this is no ordinary children’s play about breaking the cycle of intergenerational trauma. It’s a hilarious comedy about overcompensating for having a terrible father, and finding one's own self worth.

Initially, The Little Good Wolf tries to help the three little pigs (aptly named Pig One, Pig Two, and Jennifer) rebuild their homes. His well meaning assistance culminates in disastrous consequences, including the accidental un-building of their rebuilt house, courtesy of comedic audience-led construction. Dejected, The Little Good Wolf attempts to help Little Red Riding Hood in her bakery, along with her ever-forgiving grandmother, who somehow survived The Big Bad Wolf in this version.

Unfortunately, The Little Good Wolf’s puppy-like enthusiasm keeps getting in the way of his efforts to help. Eventually, all the characters must unite to help one another.

This comical tale deals subtly with motivation versus consequence, but it is mostly a blatant subversion of the traditional fairy tale format, and is, ultimately, a cheerful pantomime about finding one’s own niche. The Little Good Wolf reminds its young audience members that they are good enough just as they are, and that everyone is intrinsically worthwhile, even if their skills aren't as easily exploitable (ahem, commodifiable) as the talents of others.

The banter between cast and audience feels fresh and unforced. Standout moments include the excited squeals of sheep-spotting audience members, with the grown-ups cackling and calling out just as much as the children. Kids under twelve adore this play, but even the adults have a chuckle at the ready.

Puns and physical comedy combine to provide positive messaging wrapped in playful wordplay.

So. Many. Puns.