The Secret Garden
A disability-led reimagining of the beloved tale with original music and puppetry.
In a celebration of nature, play and friendship, this new disability-led adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved classic The Secret Garden, captures the magic of the original book through a modern-day lens. With The Egg itself becoming a living, breathing Secret Garden filled with immersive sights and sounds, this production explores the delicate balance of the natural world, questioning whether humans should tame gardens or leave nature to flourish on its own.
With original music and animal puppetry, the show follows Mary as she arrives at Mistlethwaite Manor to find a world sealed shut: the house is silent, the people distant, the gardens locked and forgotten. However, Mary is no ordinary girl. Forthright and fiercely curious, she’s determined to uncover the secrets hidden behind every door. Behind one is a disabled boy, Colin, whose ‘protection’ has rendered him bedridden. Mary marshals the help of two young servant siblings, Martha and Dickon, and between all four of them, they secretly revitalise a forgotten garden and design it to be accessible for Colin.
Adapted by Tom Wentworth, the production is designed specifically for a new generation, where disabled or neurodivergent children can see themselves fully represented on stage. Through the character of Colin (Jack Hunter) who is going to be ambulatory using both a wheelchair and walking, the production will in turn, spark conversations with young audiences about the importance of being kind and supportive of one another.
Expect music, magic and a beautiful celebration of nature and childhood as The Secret Garden becomes a place to sit, dream, and discover.
Where: The Egg Theatre, Bath BA1 2AN
When: 2 – 26 July 2026
Tickets: Adults: £22.50 - £17.50, Children/Students: £12.50 - £17.50
All performances are relaxed; Audio described & BSL performances: 23 & 25 July
Venue details
- Address:
- The Egg Theatre
- 36 Monmouth St
- Bath
- BA1 2AN