Something Else

A joyful performer in blue overalls with blue ears and striped socks playfully kicks a leg high on an oversized chair. Another performer in red sits on the other side of the chair with their back to the camera. A whimsical atmosphere with bright, eclectic outfits.

What happens when Something meets Something Else?

In a small house on a windy hill lives Something Else.

At least, that’s what everyone calls him when he tries to join in their games. Something Else is lonely… Then, all of a sudden, Something shows up. Has Something Else finally met his match?

A magical show about the fantastical friendship between two unusual creatures, based on the award-winning picture book by Kathryn Cave and Chris Riddell.

Something Else opened at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2002 and toured the UK in 2003, 2009 and 2010.

Kathryn Cave’s wonderful story is turned into a fantastic show.

Edinburgh Evening News

A person wearing blue overalls and animal ears on their head looks intensely at a dark plush toy. The expression is focused and serious.

Smiling woman in blue overalls with fabric ears, standing on a stage with whimsical, colourful backgrounds featuring trees and patterns. Playful tone.

Two actors on stage wearing hats with bunny ears and making animated gestures. Both look playful and engaged, set against a colourful backdrop.

Two performers in colorful costumes sit on a large, whimsical yellow chair with polka dots, arms outstretched, conveying surprise and excitement.

A performer wearing a blue costume with animal ears and long gloves covers their eyes, smiling, while another in red with vibrant feathers faces away. The scene is playful and theatrical.

Two playful performers in colorful, whimsical outfits sit on a large, quirky armchair. The left performer looks surprised, while the right is turning away.

Whimsical theatre scene with two performers. One, sitting in a giant yellow armchair, smiles holding a plush toy. The other, standing, wears a bright red wig and polka dot dress, animatedly gesturing.

A magical world of singing and dancing, which left the audience spellbound.

Evening News

Versatility, conviction, warmth and humour.

The List

Charming family show about a lonely, eccentric creature.

This Is Brighton

Previous team members

Something

Angela Laverick (original production), Sarah Durham, Alice Parsloe, Yvette Clutterbuck

Something Else

Sharon Morwood (original production), Amy Darcy, Mira Dovreni, Jodie Bray

Narrator

Tony Mitchell (original production), Thomas Warwick, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith, Amit Sharma, Stewart Heffernan

Assistant Director

Alex Clay (original production)

Production

Director: Olivia Jacobs
Dramaturg: Toby Mitchell
Designer: Isla Shaw
Lighting Designer: James Whiteside: Music: Jon Fiber and Andy Shaw for Shock Productions
Additional Lyrics: Robin Price and Olivia Jacobs

Thanks to:

Kathryn Cave and Chris Riddell; all at Puffin; all at our tour venues; Clare Fischer.

Adapted by the company from the picture book written by Kathryn Cave and illustrated by Chris Riddell (Puffin Books).