{"product_id":"the-wolves-of-willoughby-chase-paperback","title":"The Wolves of Willoughby Chase - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJoan Aiken\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRuss Tunney\u003c\/b\u003e (Adapted by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA thrilling, funny and spectacular adaptation of Joan Aiken's classic children's novel, perfectly suited to performance by theatre companies and drama groups of any size. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA thrilling adventure set in an alternative history of England, \u003ci\u003eThe Wolves of Willoughby Chase\u003c\/i\u003e tells the story of two brave and determined girls as they fight against ferocious wolves, snowy wastelands and their very evil guardian, Miss Slighcarp. The opening of the Channel Tunnel has led to dangerous wolves roaming Britain, but this is not the only danger that cousins Bonnie and Sylvia, and their friend Simon the Goose-boy, must face as they encounter unforgettable characters and mysterious scheming. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRuss Tunney's magical adaptation was originally performed by a cast of ?ve, but it has also been staged by - and is suitable for - much larger casts. Featuring a chorus who narrate, sing and comment on the action, and plenty of opportunities for song and dance, this version will suit any theatre company, youth theatre or drama group wanting to exercise their theatrical imagination. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA gift for any company as family entertainment... Expertly blends melodrama, comedy, adventure and a little spookiness, interwoven with songs and dances... Wonderful stuff. - \u003ci\u003eThe Stage\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSatisfying, funny and exciting... this ingenious show makes a children's favourite live on. - \u003ci\u003eReviewsGate.com\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoan Aiken\u003c\/b\u003e (1924-2004) was an English writer, specializing in thrillers and children's alternative history novels. In 1999 she was awarded an MBE for her services to children's literature. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eRuss Tunney\u003c\/b\u003e is a director and playwright who specializes in work for young people. He is the Associate Director of the Nuf?eld Theatre, where this adaptation premiered. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoan Aiken (1924-2004) was an English writer, specializing in thrillers and children's alternative history novels. In 1999 she was awarded an MBE for her services to children's literature. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eRuss Tunney is a director and playwright who specializes in work for young people. He is the Associate Director of the Nuffield Theatre, where this adaptation premiered. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 7.6 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 01, 2014\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccelerated Reader:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiz Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wolves of Willoughby Chase\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterest Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle Grades, 4-8\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n                \n                \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7\u003c\/div\u003e\n                ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42165655109767,"sku":"9781848423381","price":35.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/757a4e4a103acee596a001b7fbcb1e10.webp?v=1733315138","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/the-wolves-of-willoughby-chase-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}