Take a look at the rehearsal and production shots from That Pesky Rat which, after a sold out run in The Nest, tours local libraries until 13 September before heading out to Primary and SEN schools. 

Based on the award-winning picture book written and illustrated by former Children's Laureate, Lauren Child, this much-loved story has been reimagined for the stage by a brand-new company made of Chichester Festival Youth Theatre’s (CFYT) alumni as part of the CFYT at 40 celebrations. The cast includes Jack Mallender, Emily McAlpine, Ella Bassett and Lucy Tebb; it is directed by Romina Hytten and Peter Twose for Motion Sickness.

That Pesky Rat gently explores themes of homelessness and belonging and encourages young children to empathise with others. Editions of this book, published by Hachette Children’s Books, have supported the work of the homeless charity St Mungo’s for over 20 years and highlighted the plight of street children worldwide through Lauren Child's work as a Unesco Artist for Peace.