Four performers playing instruments. the woman on the left is in a purple dress and playing a drums. The man next to her is playing a violin and wearing a red suit with red top hat. Next to them are two men in shirts playing guitars. They are all singing.

About Us

Tall Stories – exciting imaginations

We create and share stories that broaden horizons and inspire generations.

Tall Stories is a registered charity which tours the UK and the world with its exciting blend of storytelling theatre, catchy music and lots of laughs.

Founded in 1997 by Olivia Jacobs and Toby Mitchell, Tall Stories shows have played in the West End, on Broadway and at the Sydney Opera House, as well as all sorts of venues and countries in between.

Tall Stories creates opportunities for everyone to get involved with theatre. The company offers accessible relaxed performances (often with integrated BSL) and provides free shows and experiences, helping to remove barriers that might otherwise prevent families from getting involved. From its studio base in Islington, London, Tall Stories nurtures new creatives and performers, whilst also delivering community events and projects.

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Our Values

A young girl in a dress and pink cardigan holding up a photo booth frame from The Smeds and The Smoos.

Fun – playfulness is at the heart of all we do

 

We create magical, imaginative journeys

We are professional, playful and light-hearted

We spread joy and laugh together

An actor playing a blue Smoo with his arm around an actress playing a red Smed. They are both singing.

Excellent – we are the best that we can be

 

We tell entertaining and meaningful stories

We promise to include everyone, reflecting the world

We enrich lives through creative experiences and our behaviours

A woman with brown hair wearing a brown waistcoat, white shirt and orange trousers doing sign language. She is performing this to some filming equipment.

Brave – we are not afraid to work differently

 

We are forward thinking and bold

We listen and learn to keep improving

Our story and our stories are ever evolving

“Tall Stories sets the benchmark for children’s theatre.” Sunday Times

The Gruffalo towering over the mouse who is wearing a brown vest top and white shirt, with mouse ears

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