Ballet Theatre UK tell the tale of a wooden puppet carved from pine with but only one wish…to become a real boy in a magical production of Pinocchio The Ballet.

Pinocchio, the cheeky marionette puppet with an unruly nose, goes on an epic quest as he overcomes obstacles, faces consequences and even ends up in the belly of a whale yet proves dreams really do come true.

Set to a classical score this original production will delight ballet audiences and families alike and promises to carve a new love for Pinocchio through the magic of classical dance.

Pinocchio the Ballet by Ballet Theatre UK is on Friday, June 3 at St George’s Theatre. Tickets £17 adults, £13 concessions/ children from the box office on 01493 331484 or www.stgeorgestheatre.com