“Based on the storybooks by Ian Fleming and the United Artists film of 1968, the stage musical began as a dream of the late Dana Broccoli, wife to the James Bond producer Albert R Broccoli.

Not until 2002 did producers (including current Bond producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli) have confidence that the technology existed to fly a tonne and half of machinery with actors inside. It opened at the London Palladium to rave reviews on Tuesday 16th April 2002.

After four magical years at the London Palladium (it became longest running show in the history of the theatre, beating Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Oliver and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and His Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat) and three sensational years touring large scale venues all over the UK Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is back.

This box office smash hit has been re-vamped, updated and technologically advanced in order to bring it to your doorstep. Produced by Michael Rose Ltd, directed by Adrian Noble and with a cast and crew of over 100 (including 10 dogs), sensational sets, a full orchestra and stunning special effects this feel good family favourite will be a sure fire way to beat the blues.

Nominated for three Olivier Awards, winning Best Musical at the 2002 Variety Awards, nominated for five Tony Awards on Broadway, winning the coveted 2006 Manchester Evening News Theatre Award for Best Family Show and holding the Guinness World Record for the most expensive stage prop Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is guaranteed to be a wonderful experience for the whole family to enjoy. There has never been a better show and a better time to cheer up your family!”