LES Petits Theatre Company is bringing the stage adaptation of David Walliams' The First Hippo on the Moon to the King's Hall, Ilkley, this summer.

The cast includes Dominic Allen, Alice Bounce, Caroline Bowman, Owen Jenkins and Rosie Nicholls.

Based on David Walliams' original children's book with illustrations by Tony Ross, The First Hippos on the Moon is a funny space adventure which sees the enormously rich Hercules Waldorf-Franklin III and ingenious Shelia compete to be the first hippo to make it to the moon. Brought to life with puppets and music, the show is suitable for children aged three years and above.

David Walliams has taken the literary world by storm and his brilliantly funny stories are adored by children the world over. He has achieved unprecedented critical acclaim and quickly developed a reputation as a natural successor to Roald Dahl. His books have been translated into over 45 languages and sold over 9.5million copies in the UK alone.

The First Hippo on the Moon has been adapted for the stage by acclaimed theatre company Les Enfants Terribles and Les Petits' Artistic Director Oliver Lansley whose recent adaptations have included the immersive dining experience Dinner at the Twits and Alice's Adventure's Underground. The puppets have been created by Nick Barnes and Finn Caldwell who have previously collaborated on War Horse and The Lorax.

David Walliams does not appear in this production, but it does feature his voice.

The First Hippo on the Moon is at the King's Hall on Tuesday, June 20 at 1pm. Tickets £13.50 or family tickets £50 (for four to include two or three children aged 16 and under), schools £8.50. Tickets are available from Bradford Theatres Box office on 01274 432000 or visit bradford-theatres.co.uk