09 Lives present the Emperor's New Clothes as a modern take on an old morality tale. This show is for all the family and tells the story of how a powerful leader was convinced he was wearing the very, very best. And that he was the very, very best. Only to be told the truth by a child who could not see anything to admire.

This fun production will be staged in the open air,  with the audience following the action through Abney Park. The show will have music, interaction with the audience and puppets, creating a world where we can explore how important it is to question and challenge perceived "norms".

Previous shows by 09Lives in Abney Park are, The Changeling (BBC Radio Pick of the Week), The Valour of Robin Hood (4 stars, ""a magical evening") and the SOLD OUT Hound of The Baskervilles (4 stars "one of the best promenade shows I have ever seen"). Featuring Dan de la Motte as The Emperor of Stokey, Gary Cain as Mason and Sarah J Warren as Maisonette.  (Image by SHANKSY from an original photo by Ray Malone)

Access Information: Service dogs on leads welcome. Accompanying carers welcome. Ramp access at Church Street entrance, level access at Stoke Newington High Street entrance. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities available near the High Street entrance. Please email us at info@abneypark.org to request access support - there is bench seating across the park and we can provide a chair to travel with you if needed. 

Age guidance: This show is recommended for children aged 5+, accompanied by their parent/carer. The running time is 60 mins, with two performances a day at 4pm and 6pm.

Ticketing:  Reduced price previews on Tues 20th and Wed 21st August (£14/£8 concessions), after this tickets are £16/£10 concessions. Concessionary tickets available for children under 16, people receiving Universal Credit, union members, and Equity members.