Birmingham Hippodrome has treated audiences to a magical first peek at No Such Thing as Wolves, following it opening in the Patrick Studio.

The premiere marks another significant moment in the Hippodrome’s commitment to creating new musicals for young audiences. No Such Thing As Wolves is the second production in Birmingham Hippodrome’s My First Musical series, following last year’s 5-star hit The Jingleclaw.

No Such Thing as Wolves follows the story of Hettie Hedgehog, who is ready to hibernate – until her new friend, Sydney Squirrel, convinces her to throw a party instead. But when two mysterious guests arrive with great big ears and pointy teeth, things get paws-itively wild.

Packed full of catchy songs, hilarious moments and a den full of endearing woodland characters, the family-friendly musical features West-Midlands based Faye Campbell (Hettie Hedgehog), Beth O’Rorke (Sydney Squirrel) and Elinor Peregrin (Woofy) alongside Matthew Rutherford (Harry Hedgehog) and Oliver Sidney (Wiffy).

No Such Thing as Wolves is brought to life by Stage Debut Award-winning director, Emily Ling Williams (Director) and two of the writers behind Horrible Histories: Gerard Foster (Book and Lyrics), and Richie Webb (Music and Lyrics).

The creative team also includes Hannah Sibai (Set and Costume Designer), Arielle Smith (Choreographer), Gillian Tan (Lighting Designer), Charlie Smith (Sound Designer), Alex Beetschen (Music Supervisor, Arranger & Orchestrator) and Sarah Morrison (Musical Director).

No Such Thing as Wolves runs at Birmingham Hippodrome’s Patrick Studio until Sunday 4 January 2026. The production is suitable for children age 3+, with babes in arms welcome. More information and tickets are available from www.birminghamhippodrome.com or by calling 0121 689 3000.

Accessible performances take place on Saturday 13 December at 10:15am and Tuesday 16 December at 10:15am. These are relaxed performances, which are also audio-described, captioned and British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted.

The musical is produced by Birmingham Hippodrome and written by Gerard Foster and Richie Webb. This production is supported by Charles Holloway OBE, Principal Supporter of No Such Thing as Wolves.