The Stratford Adventure of Adrian & Tiddlywinks
by John Sullivan Hayes
This Canadian historical fiction, skillfully written by John S. Hayes began as a story he told to his children. Hayes was one of the original company members of the Stratford Shakespearean Festival. The Stratford Adventures of Adrian & Tiddlywinks is based on his early days at the Festival Theatre and his childhood as the son of a famous British actor.
Adrian, a 10 year old boy and his mouse friend, Tiddlywinks sail across the Atlantic from England to arrive in Stratford. Through their exciting escapades they explore backstage and learn what really happens behind the scenes in a professional theatre.
Several elementary schools use this children's chapter book to entertain and teach their young students about acting, auditions and Shakespearean plays.
Age 8 - 12
Adrian, a 10 year old boy and his mouse friend, Tiddlywinks sail across the Atlantic from England to arrive in Stratford. Through their exciting escapades they explore backstage and learn what really happens behind the scenes in a professional theatre.
Several elementary schools use this children's chapter book to entertain and teach their young students about acting, auditions and Shakespearean plays.
Age 8 - 12
John Hayes reading to his children Elliott and Alycin.
What are Reviewers saying about "The Stratford Adventure of Adrian & Tiddlywinks"?
“A delightful book about a boy, a mouse, and their adventures in the theater. The characters are well rounded and engaging, and I believe kids will relate to them well. Definitely a fun read. I recommend it!" - Amazon Reviewer
"An Amazing Mouse on the Stratford Stage " - Theater Canada
What are kids saying?
"I loved this book because it kept me interested throughout the entire story. The first thing I liked about the book was the setting. The story was set mainly set in Stratford, and that’s cool because it’s our home town. The second thing I enjoyed was how the two main characters (Adrian and Tiddlywinks) followed the same story line, but from different points of view. Another thing I enjoyed about it was how Adrian kept on trying to reach his goal, even though people kept on telling him he shouldn’t act. I really loved this book and I think you would too”
- Alexandra Gilles, Age 10
“A delightful book about a boy, a mouse, and their adventures in the theater. The characters are well rounded and engaging, and I believe kids will relate to them well. Definitely a fun read. I recommend it!" - Amazon Reviewer
"An Amazing Mouse on the Stratford Stage " - Theater Canada
What are kids saying?
"I loved this book because it kept me interested throughout the entire story. The first thing I liked about the book was the setting. The story was set mainly set in Stratford, and that’s cool because it’s our home town. The second thing I enjoyed was how the two main characters (Adrian and Tiddlywinks) followed the same story line, but from different points of view. Another thing I enjoyed about it was how Adrian kept on trying to reach his goal, even though people kept on telling him he shouldn’t act. I really loved this book and I think you would too”
- Alexandra Gilles, Age 10
The audio book is narrated by the distinguished Canadian actor, Michael Bawtree.
