Event Details

English Play (60 mins)

An NCPA Presentation in collaboration with the Australia Fest

Never underestimate the determination of a child! Young Emil catches a train to visit family in the big city. Something valuable is stolen. But the thief soon discovers Emil was not such an easy target. A group of quick-thinking and resourceful children rallies around. Can a bunch of kids work together to uncover and outsmart the true criminal?

Kästner’s 1929 novella is more than a ‘good romp’; it broke ground for the independent-children-versus-devious-adults story genre. Streetwise city kids, a hard-working single mother and Emil’s past brush with the law add grit and nuance to this satisfying tale.

How do we find our friends in the world? How do we work together to defeat tricksters?

In Slingsby’s signature intimate theatrical style, Emil and The Detectives is told by two skilled actors immersed in smoke and mirrors, miniature worlds and a cinematic score. Dark and light, intrigue and delight for audiences.

Written by Eric Kästner
Adapted for the Stage by Nicki Bloom
Directed by Andy Packer
Cast: Elizabeth Hay & Tim Overton

10% discount for students with valid student ID’s for NCPA Theatre season 2018-2019

10% discount on the purchase of season pass

Age Group – 6+

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Please note: The performance runs for approximately 70 minutes .In addition the Pre –Show experience runs for 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time