The Koala Who Could
Performance Times: 10.30am / 1pm / 1.30pm / 3.30pm
Overview
A Rose Original Production with Nicoll Entertainment, Lowry, Northern Stage, Unicorn Theatre, and MAST Mayflower Studios.
An empowering and chuckle-out-loud story about embracing change – whether we like it or not. “In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free…A Koala called Kevin clung to a tree”.
Join Kevin, King of the staying-still-kings, and his friends the wombats and kangaroos as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new!”
Based on the multi-million copy selling book by Rachel Bright & Jim Field published by Hachette Children’s Group, this brand-new adaptation for stage is directed by Emma Earle (Oi Frog & Friends), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer.
If a performance is sold out, email info@northernstage.co.uk or call 0191 230 5151 to be added to our waiting list
Access Performances
BSL
- Fri 28 Feb, 1:30 pm
Relaxed performance
- Wed 26 Feb, 1:30 pm
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Win a zootastic family getaway
We’ve teamed up with Edinburgh Zoo, Holiday Inn and Lumo for a prize you and your little ones will love – a trip to Edinburgh to see koalas just like Kevin!
Win entry for four into Edinburgh Zoo, an overnight stay at Holiday Inn Edinburgh and four return Lumo rail tickets from Newcastle to Edinburgh – everything you need for a zootastic family getaway.
The lucky winner will also receive a silver koala adoption package from Edinburgh Zoo, meaning your name could be on their enclosure!
Purchase tickets to any performance of The Koala Who Could to be entered into our prize draw.
Kevin, The Koala Who Could, is king of staying still. He likes to cling to his tree where it’s safe and quiet. Can his forest friends encourage him to branch out?
This empowering tale from the creators of The Lion Inside shows how great life can be when you try something new.
To enter the prize draw you must book at least one ticket for The Koala Who Could before the end of its run on 2 March 2025 and give us your email address. The winner will be contacted by email on Friday 7 March 2025. T+Cs apply.
Meet the cast
Danny Hendrix - Wombat
Sarah Palmer - Cassowary
Christopher Finn - Kevin
Hannah Miller - Alternate
There are two entrances to the theatre, Kings Road Entrance (this is the taxi drop-off/collection point) and the Main Entrance.
Both level entrances have automated doors. These lead into the foyer area where you will find the Restaurant, Bar, Box Office and entrances to Stages 1, 2 and 3.
STEP FREE ACCESS
Northern Stage is fully accessible. The theatre has three lifts providing access to all parts of the building, including the accessible toilets, baby changing facilities, stages 2 & 3 and the backstage area. Buggy parking is available
WHEELCHAIR SPACES
There are five wheelchair positions in Stage 1, two positions in Stage 2 and all seats are removeable in Stage 3.
TOILETS
We have a Changing Places toilet in the Stage 1 lobby and accessible toilets in Stage 3 and Stage 2 lower entrance lobby. Gender neutral toilets are situated in the Stage 2 lower entrance lobby.
HEARING ENHANCEMENT
Induction loop system in all public spaces, and an infra-red system in all three stages. (In Stage 1 the induction loop is best covered in rows E – L).
ASSISTANCE
One free ticket for the assistant of a disabled person who is not able to attend unaccompanied.
BOOKING COMPANION SEATING
To book a free ticket for a wheelchair companion or an assistant, contact our Box Office on 0191 230 5151, via email at boxoffice@northernstage.co.uk or by visiting our Box Office in person.
GUIDE DOGS
Guide, hearing and all working dogs are welcome here.
SEAT ACCESSIBILITY
Stage 1: Seats are 43 cm wide, 41cm deep, with 46cm between arm rests. The aisleway is 51cm deep from the seat back. Arm rests cannot be removed.
Stage 2: Seats are 40cm wide, 41cm deep. The aisleway is 64cm deep from the seat back. There are no arm rests.
Our seats are rated to British Standards at installation and are guaranteed to hold up to 110kg.
More Information
To discuss any access needs, take a look at our access page or please call our Box Office on 0191 230 5151.
The Koala Who Could
- Relaxed performance
- BSL