The award-winning stage adapation of the bestselling children’s book, Zog, returns for an extensive tour throughout 2026. Free education packs are available for schools.
Originally published in 2010 and marking its 15th anniversary in 2025, Zog tells the story of a young accident‑prone dragon keen to impress at Dragon School.
First staged in 2019, Freckle Productions’ adaptation combines live music, puppetry and joyful, laugh‑out‑loud storytelling. With songs by Joe Stilgoe, puppets created by Little Angel Theatre, and direction that brings Donaldson and Scheffler’s world vividly to life, Zog offers a magical theatrical experience for all ages.
Education resources
Teachers can download a free education pack including different activities including a painting task and making dragon models. It also explores some of the many themes in the show such as friendships and working towards your achievements.
Schools can also download a free bookmark and Zog mask to colour in.
Jennifer Sutherland, executive producer at Freckle Productions, said: “We love bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s stories to life, and Zog has been such a joy to share with families over the years. As the book celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2025, we’re thrilled to continue the festivities with a UK tour in 2026 and a summer season at Cadogan Hall. And without giving too much away, fans can expect even more adventures when Zog and the Flying Doctors tours in 2027.”
The 2026 tour will see Zog visit more venues than ever before, including first-time stops at The Everyman in Cork, Hull Truck Theatre, Harlow Playhouse and Pavilion Theatre in Glasgow.
It will also mark Zog’s debut at several major theatres across the UK and Ireland, including Northern Stage (Newcastle), The Victoria (Halifax), Watford Palace, Queen’s Theatre (Hornchurch), Lancaster Grand, Yvonne Arnaud (Guildford), Royal Lyceum (Edinburgh) and the Grand Opera House (York).
- Northern Stage, Newcastle (19th - 22nd Feb)
- Gala Theatre, Durham (24th - 26th Feb)
- The Victoria, Halifax (6th - 8th Mar)
- The Everyman, Cork (11th - 14th Mar)
- The Carriageworks, Leeds (16th - 21st Mar)
- Watford Palace (27th - 28th Mar)
- Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch (31st Mar - 2nd Apr)
- Pavilion Theatre, Worthing (3rd - 5th Apr)
- Liverpool Playhouse (7th - 11th Apr)
- The Lowry, Salford (14th - 19th Apr)
- Lancaster Grand (28th - 29th Apr)
- The Atkinson, Southport (1st - 2nd May)
- Royal & Derngate, Northampton (7th - 10th May)
- Mayflower Studios, Southampton (14th - 17th May)
- Rose Theatre, Kingston (26th - 31st May)
- Hull Truck Theatre (4th - 7th June)
- New Theatre Royal, Lincoln (13th - 14th June)
- Harlow Playhouse (16th - 17th June)
- Yvonne Arnaud, Guildford (19th - 21st June)
- Swan Theatre, Worcester (22nd - 24th June)
- Lyceum Theatre, Crewe (26th - 28th June)
- Sands Centre, Carlisle (30th June - 2nd July)
- Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow (3rd - 5th July)
- Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh (7th - 12th July)
- Grand Opera House, York (14th - 15th July)
- Wyvern Theatre, Swindon (18th - 19th July)
- Oxford Playhouse (21st - 25th July)
- Mercury Theatre, Colchester (28th - 29th July)
Since its publication, Zog has become a modern classic, winning the Galaxy National Book Award in 2010 and selling more than 4.8 million copies globally.
In 2018, Magic Light Pictures premiered the animated BBC adaptation, broadcast on Christmas Day and featuring an all‑star cast including Sir Lenny Henry, Tracey Ullman, Rob Brydon and Kit Harington. The festive special charmed millions of viewers and cemented Zog’s place in family hearts.
School rates will be venue specific. Head to zogonstage.com to find out more and to book tickets.
