The Selfish Giant

Bring exciting entertainment into every classroom and home with our online version of this hugely popular show…

The Giant is angry. He’s been away for a long time and returns to find children – children! – playing in his beautiful garden!

Every day after school, they come and run about, laughing and playing games under the blossom on his peach trees, listening to the delightful songs of the birds. So, he puts up a big wall and an even bigger KEEP OUT notice to put a stop to all that. Then winter seizes the garden in its icy fingers…  

Will its grip ever be broken?

Suitable for all primary aged children and their families, through vivid storytelling, original music, puppetry and humour, Riding Lights brings you a brilliant story of things changing for the better.  No one can be left unaffected by this inspiring tale of love and generosity.

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Want to watch it with your family? Watch The Selfish Giant at Home

This engaging show can be viewed in three chapters or watched in one sitting. Filmed for Christmas 2020 but suitable for every season.

Riding Lights has an outstanding reputation for bringing memorable shows to family audiences both nationally and in Yorkshire.

‘That was really fantastic. They’ve had such a good time.’  Teacher, Cawood 

‘Five stars.’ ‘No, ten hundred stars.’  Children, Norton

‘Perfectly pitched for this age group, it was wonderful. The children were so engaged.’ Head Teacher, Kirkbymoorside

adapted from Oscar Wilde by Jon Boustead
Director Paul Burbridge
Designer Anna Gooch

Discover the episodes

Order The Selfish Giant for your school today

Order The Selfish Giant for your community – info for churches, community groups and organisations

Want to watch it with your family? Watch The Selfish Giant at Home

Got questions? Get in touch to find out more touring@rltc.org or 01904 655317
If cost is a barrier for your school or organisation, please get in touch with us to discuss options.