This October, Engadine Musical Society is bringing the Andrew Lippa and John August musical, BIG FISH to Engadine Community Centre.

Based on Daniel Wallace’s novel, Big Fish: A Novel of Mythic Proportions and Tim Burton’s film Big Fish, the musical tells the tale of travelling salesman and storyteller, Edward Bloom and his relationship with his adult son, William.                     

The story is the powerful tale of forgiveness and acceptance, portrayed through the father and son relationship of Edward and William. BIG FISH seamlessly moves from enchanting and impressive show-stopping numbers, to intimate and powerful solos and duets that are layered with unresolved tension, hope, anger and fear.

The show explores two worlds –  the world of Edward’s imaginative stories and his reality. Edward’s tales take audiences to an array of mythical and magical places that promise to captivate children and adults alike. Through Edward’s stories, audiences journey to a fantastical forest, a giant’s cave and a circus owned by a werewolf.

Described by Variety as “meaningful, emotional, tasteful, theatrically imaginative and engaging,” the musical provides something for all ages.

Engadine Musical Society’s [Facebook] production of BIG FISH runs October 19 to October 28 at Engadine Community Centre.