Skip to main content
Birmingham Rep in Centenary Square, Birmingham
Pied Piper – A Hip-Hop Family Musical lead image. A group of people pulling different facial expressions and wearing different clothes are in front of an orange background. One person is wearing a fluffy white coat with splashes of bright paint on it. Another is wearing a bright green coat. The atmosphere is fun and playful.

Pied Piper - A Hip-Hop Family Musical

This event has passed

Pied Piper is a half-term treat for adults and children alike! Following their award-winning, five-star smash-hit stage show and BBC film, Frankenstein: How to Make a Monster, the BAC Beatbox Academy return to the stage with the world premiere of Pied Piper – A Hip-Hop Family Musical.

It’s the eve of the mayoral election, and the kids of Hamelin aren’t happy. The mayor and owner of the local pie factory has imposed a music ban, and to make matters worse, there’s a serious rat problem. But, there have been whispers of a mysterious rat catcher in town… Can this curious stranger help Hamelin to find its voice once more?

A truly inspirational, dynamic and uplifting production that will have you bopping in your seat.”
★★★★★ Everything Theatre

Pied Piper is a raucous musical re-imagining of the famous fairy-tale featuring off West End award-winning music.

Starring a hugely talented cast of beatboxers, musicians and special guest performances from the local community, get ready for an electrifying night of vocal wizardry for all the family.

The talent is tremendous”
★★★★ The Guardian

Price

From £15

Co- Produced by

Battersea Arts Centre, Beatbox Academy & rODIUM

Concept and Story by

Conrad Murray and Lara Taylor

Directed by

Conrad Murray and Ria Parry

Age Guidance

Suitable for anyone 6+.

Running Time

75 minutes with no interval.

Access Performances

BSL Interpreted: Sat 2 Nov 2pm (interpreted by Sumyya Si-Tayeb)

All performances are Chilled

Special Offers

3 for 2: Add 3 shows into your basket and at checkout enjoy 33% off each production T&Cs apply – Find Out More

Fees and Charges

Please note there is a transaction fee of £3.50 on all payment types.

Venue

The Studio

Pied Piper - A Hip-Hop Family Musical Trailer

Production Photography

1 /
A vibrant theatrical performance on stage featuring six actors dressed in colourful costumes. In the centre, a person dressed in a long, paint-covered fur vest and a snapback stands elevated. Around them, five actors in various poses reach out towards the central figure, creating a dynamic and dramatic scene under purple and blue stage lighting.

Photography by Ali Wright

A dynamic theatre performance showing a group of performers on stage. The central figure is elevated above others on a platform, dressed distinctively, engaged in a singing or shouting gesture with arms outstretched. Surrounding this central figure, other performers, wearing casual black and green clothing, are positioned in the foreground of the stage, enthusiastically pointing upwards and mirroring the central figure's energy and singing/rapping into mics. The background resembles a cityscape made from cardboard boxes, creating an urban atmosphere.

Photography by Ali Wright

Three performers on stage holding microphones, dressed in colourful patchwork outfits, actively singing or rapping into handheld microphones. Outstretched in their other hands, are short red plastic pipes. A dark background with subtle stage lighting enhances the focus on the artists.

Photography by Ali Wright

Onstage performance featuring four singers, two in the foreground intensely using handheld microphones. The lead singers are dressed in colorful casual clothing, one in a sleeveless top and the other in a zip-up jacket. In the background, two performers in overalls are smiling and singing along, all under blue stage lighting. The setting suggests a dynamic and lively concert atmosphere..

Photography by Ali Wright

Five actors on stage wearing colourful and eclectic costumes, portraying intense expressions and poses, with a dark, simple backdrop.

Photography by Ali Wright

Event has passed