Local Tipperary arts centre set to stage performance of children's musical classic

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'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' will be performed in Thurles from July 23 to 26

The Source Arts Centre, Thurles, is set to stage a rendition of ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.’

Limelight Theatricals will present the show at 7:30pm each night from Wednesday, July 23, to Saturday, July 26, with a special sensory matinee taking place on the Saturday, at 1:30pm.

Tickets for the show cost €19 plus booking fee.

Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming’s children’s book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is one family-friendly blockbuster that audiences will find “Truly Scrumptious.”

An eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts sets about restoring an old race car from a scrap heap with the help of his children, Jeremy and Jemima.

They soon discover the car has magical properties, including the ability to float and take flight.

Trouble occurs when the evil Baron Bomburst desires the magic car for himself.

The family joins forces with Truly Scrumptious and batty Grandpa Potts to outwit the dastardly Baron and Baroness and their villainous henchman, the Child Catcher.

Filled with amazing stage spectacle and unforgettable songs, including the Academy Award-nominated title song, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a high-flying, fun-filled adventure for the entire family.

Limelight Theatricals are committed to nurturing young talent and has assembled a remarkable cast of budding stars.

Their infectious energy and passion illuminate the stage, captivating audiences of all ages.

With a creative and innovative production team at the helm, the musical takes flight, transporting spectators into a world where dreams take centre stage.

Limelight Theatricals’ production of ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang’ promises to be an unforgettable experience for both the cast and the audience.

As the curtain rises, the theatre comes alive with the vibrant energy of talented young performers, leaving a lasting impression on hearts and minds.

Don’t miss this extraordinary production that celebrates the power of dreams, the magic of theatre, and the incredible potential within each and every one of us.

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