How To Catch A Star

Based on Oliver Jeffers' beloved book, How to Catch a Star, Adapted for the stage by Branar Theatre

A Carousel Theatre for Young People & Vancouver International Children's Festival Co-Presentation

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Dates
May 31 - June 6, 2027
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Venue
The Nest
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Age Recommendation
4+
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Running Time
45 minutes
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Show Information

Once there was a boy who was always looking up. He loved the stars so much that he dreamed of having one as a friend. But how do you catch a star? Join him on a magical adventure as he reaches for the impossible and discovers that sometimes, following your dreams can lead somewhere wonderful.

Based on Oliver Jeffers’ beloved book, How to Catch a Star is a visually stunning, wordless production from award-winning Irish theatre company Branar. Combining enchanting puppetry, spellbinding storytelling, and a magical original score, this charming show brings the much-loved story to life on stage.

A five-star treat that’s sure to leave audiences over the moon!

Show Schedule

Public Performances

Public performance dates coming soon!

School Performances

June 2, 10:30 AM

June 2, 12:30 PM

June 3, 10:30 AM

June 3, 12:30 PM

June 4, 10:30 PM

June 4 12:30 PM

Cast & Creative

Director: Marc Mac Lochlainn

Composer: Colm Mac Con Lomaire

Performers: Neasa Ní Chuanaigh & Cillian O Donnachadha

Set Design: Maeve Clancy

Costume Design: Elaine Mears

Puppet Design: Suse Reibisch

Executive Producer: Joanne Beirne

Line Producer: Kate Murphy

Lighting Design and Set Build: Ciaran Kelly

Stage Manager: Sorcha Ní Chróinín & Ciara Moloughney

Dramaturgy: Eileen Gibbons

Assistant Director: Ionia Ní Chróinín

Production Photography: Anita Murphy

Supplemental Reading List

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This Book List is generously created by our friends at Massy Books.
Please note that CTYP does not thoroughly investigate the books listed.

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