ABOUT
Big Fish: Small Cast Edition reimagines the whimsical tale of Edward Bloom, a man known for his fantastical life stories. As Edward approaches the end of his journey, his estranged son Will returns home to reconnect and separate the truth from the tall tales his father has told for years. With a small cast bringing the larger-than-life characters to life, Will embarks on a quest to understand the meaning behind his father’s adventures with giants, witches, and circus performers. Through these stories, Will begins to unravel the deep love and personal truths Edward embedded within each fantastical tale.
This adaptation maintains the heart of the original Big Fish, focusing on the intimate dynamics between father and son. Through the small cast, the narrative emphasizes themes of memory, identity, and legacy, showing how stories—no matter how exaggerated—shape our lives and relationships. In the end, Will discovers that his father’s stories were never about deceit, but about crafting a life full of wonder, imagination, and love, offering a poignant reflection on how we leave our mark on the world.
ROCS SOFTWARE
This show is available in the following formats:
- Show|Ready (rehearsal tool)
- Stage|Tracks (performance tool)
STAGE|TRACKS DEMO
SHOW|READY DEMO
LICENSING
You can license this show through Theatrical Rights Worldwide: Big Fish: School Edition.
