The background is red. At the top centre it reads 'The Boy With Wings' underneath is a cartoon image of four people. On the left is a cartoon person wearing a red t-shirt and black shorts. Next is a person wearing a yellow t-shirt, blue jeans and has white wings. Then is a person with a long ponytail and glasses. They are wearing a white t-shirt and black shorts. Last is a person who is sitting in a wheelchair. They have mid-length, straight, brown hair and are wearing a lilac t-shirt and blue jeans.
Three individuals playing video games with colorful, dynamic digital graphics in the background. They are seated in a dimly lit room, each holding a game controller and focused intently on their gameplay.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi
Three individuals on a stage with a backdrop featuring mystical symbols; one person in a green tracksuit and large blue wings stands center, another to the left in a red and black sporty outfit touches one wing, and a third seated in a wheelchair with similar styled wings to the right interacts with the central figure.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi
Two performers on stage, one wearing a casual outfit with a cap, and the other in an elaborate costume with large, colorful wings, set against a vibrant, geometrically patterned background.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi
Three actors on stage in a theatrical production, expressing excitement and engagement in their scene. The setting includes vibrant lighting and a modern, geometric backdrop.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi
Four performers in a theatrical setting, one wearing a vibrant traditional outfit and the others in casual wear, engaging dynamically with colorful fabrics on a dramatically lit stage with geometric designs.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi
Person in a green tracksuit with expansive, colorful feathered wings, standing on a stage with a purple backdrop.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi
Performer on stage wearing an elaborate costume with large, colorful feathered wings, illuminated by stage lights.
The company of The Boy With Wings. Photo's by Jake Bush and Adela Ursachi

The Boy With Wings
Tickets From £20

Venue

Polka Theatre

An ordinary kid is about to become an Extraordinary hero!

Wings? Check.

A super-cool, super-secret past? Check.

An impossible mission to save the entire galaxy? Check.

When Tunde sprouts wings and learns that his father is a ferocious alien warrior, he’s all that stands between the galaxy and total destruction - suddenly homework and school aren’t all he has to contend with.

Luckily, his rag-tag group of pals have got his back, and with his new powers, Tunde is ready to fly in the face of danger - this is his destiny. No pressure then. . .

Adapted by Arvind Ethan David from Sir Lenny Henry’s hilarious book, The Boy with Wings is an interstellar, action-packed adventure about friendships, being brave, and how our differences are our super-power!

Closing

16/08/2025

Running Time

1h 25, inc. interval

Genre

Children's, Family

Age & Content

7-12 yrs

No accessibility performances are currently scheduled for this show.

Cast:

Adiel Boboye as

Tunde

Millie Elkins-Green as

Kylie

Jessica Murrain as

Juba

Stephan Boyce as

Aaven

Samir Mahat as

Dev

Mia Jerome as

Ruth

Sir Lenny Henry as

Bird Brain, Ship Computer & Suit Computer

Creative:

Based on the book by -

Sir Lenny Henry

Director -

Daniel Bailey

Adapter for Stage -

Arvind Ethan David

Set & Costume Designer -

Laura McEwen

Composer & Sound Designer -

Khalil Madovi

Lighting & Video Designer -

Gillian Tan

Movement Director -

Gabrielle Nimo

Stage Manager on Book -

Katie Bingham

Assistant Stage Manager -

Fraser Mallows