Acclaimed theatre company Nightsong is set to wriggle back onto the stage with their hit family show, The Worm. This thrilling tale, packed with oddball characters, live music and plenty of heart and humour, inches its way into Kerikeri and Whangārei 18 – 22 February and to three Auckland venues for the April school holidays and beyond.

When a giant bird breaks through the ceiling and swoops away with his mum, a determined little worm sets off on the adventure of a lifetime to save her! Through twisty tunnels, muddy passages, and underground burrows, he meets a cast of unforgettable characters – a sneaky Snail, a sharp-witted Spider, and the self-appointed ruler of the underworld, the Blind Rat. But who can he really trust?

This inspiring tale of one little worm’s journey from the dark to the light is funny, sweet, and delightfully offbeat. Written by Carl and Peter Bland, and directed by long-time collaborators Carl and Ben Crowder, the theatremaking masterminds behind Mr Red Light, Te Pō, ATC’s Peter Pan and I Want To Be Happy.

Taking audiences on a journey into the world of The Worm is a talented cast that includes new cast members Alison Quigan QSM as the Snail, Brett O’Gorman as the Cockroach, Puka Moeau as the Young Worm, and Shauntelle Jones as the Rat. The Worm also features an original music score composed by Carnivorous Plant Society, performed live on stage by the band’s own Finn Scholes.

Nightsong have become known for their larger-than-life puppets and props, and The Worm is no exception, with this subterranean tale brought to life with extraordinary design by Andrew Foster.
Can one tiny worm wriggle his way past tricky critters, clever puzzles, and wild encounters to save his mum? Worm your way to the theatre to find out!