The Wind in the Willows

Overview

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS is a rollicking, adventurous musical based on Kenneth Grahame’s beloved classic of children’s literature. With a book by Oscar-winning screenwriter and Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes and a charming, unforgettable score by Olivier Award-winning composers George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, this family-friendly musical brings the timeless story to life with humor, heart, and excitement.

This riotous comedy follows Mole, Rat, Badger, and the impulsive Mr. Toad, whose insatiable need for speed lands him in serious trouble. With his beloved home under threat from the notorious Chief Weasel and his gang of sinister Wild Wooders, Toad must attempt a daring escape leading to a series of misadventures and a heroic battle to recapture Toad Hall.

With its humor, wit, heartwarming lessons of friendship, and a gorgeous, soaring score, THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS is ideal for professional, community, school, or youth theatres and is the perfect fit for family audiences everywhere.

Casting & Production

Casting

MR. TOAD

RAT

MOLE

CHIEF WEASEL

BADGER

MRS. OTTER

MRS. HEDGEHOG

PORTIA

GAOLER’S (JAILER’S) DAUGHTER

Ensemble, who play all other roles, including: MR. SQUIRREL, SHERYL STOAT, MAGISTRATE, TRAIN DRIVER, HORSE, LESSER WEASEL, HEDGEHOGS, FOXES, VOLES, STOATS, and OTHER CREATURES

Casting Note:
The authors have approved female or non-binary actors playing any of the following male lead roles as male: MR. TOAD, RAT, MOLE, CHIEF WEASEL, BADGER. The authors have also approved changing the gender of the following roles to female or non-binary: MOLE, RAT, CHIEF WEASEL, BADGER, MAGISTRATE, FIELD MOUSE.

Orchestral Information

14 Musicians

Reed 1 (Flute, Piccolo, Clarinet, Tenor Sax)
Reed 2 (Clarinet, Alto Sax, Bari Sax, Bass Clarinet)
Reed 3 (Clarinet, Bari Sax, Bassoon)
Horn
Trumpet (Trumpet, Flugel, Piccolo Trumpet)
Trombone (Tenor Trombone, Bass Trombone, Tuba)
Keys 1
Keys 2 (Keyboard, Mounted Tambourine, Shaker, Small Drum w/Brushes)
Guitar 1 (Banjo, Steel String, Electric, Acoustic)
Guitar 2 (Electric, Mandolin & Ukulele)
Violin (Violin, Viola)
Cello
Bass (Upright, Electric)
Percussion