tutti frutti and York Theatre Royal Present RAPUNZEL, Beginning in September

Following on from last year's smash hit Hare and Tortoise, the acclaimed tutti frutti are set to celebrate their 21st anniversary with an enchanting new adaptation byleading children's playwright Mike Kenny of the much loved story Rapunzel.

Produced with York Theatre Royal, the production will premiere in York on the 27th September and then tour the UK until the 23 February 2013

The enchanting tale of Rapunzel tells the story of a girl who is taken away from what she knows and protected from all the things that she loves. Placed high-up in a tower above the world and faced with the challenge of growing-up, she is found alone, dreaming….

With direction by tutti frutti's artistic director Wendy Harris, fantastic music from Chris Mellor, beautiful movement from TC Howard and magical design by Catherine Chapman, Rapunzel is a delightful new production for children about the curiosity and joys of growing up, risk taking and discovering who you are.

Director Wendy Harris said about the new production"In a year where we celebrate our 21stbirthday it is such a thrill to be once again working with Mike Kenny on this specially commissioned new play that promises to engage children with wonderful storytelling, strong visual imagery& live music."

Mike Kenny is one of the England's leading writers, specialising in young people's theatre. He is the recipient of numerous awards, was included in the Independent on Sunday's list of Top Ten Living UK Playwrights and his plays are performed regularly throughout the UK and all over the world. His recent works include the Olivier award winning The Railway Children and the The York Mystery Plays 2012. He is currently adapting the novel Lion Boy for Complicite.

tuttifrutti productions are a national touring company creating high quality work for children and their families to enjoy. Based in Leeds, tutti frutti has been delighting children aged 3 and above since 1991. The company tour nationally and internationally to schools, venues, arts centres and village halls through the rural touring schemes. Whether it is a commission or an adaptation of a book, tutti frutti aims to work with the best artists and actors to create a unique and special experience for all who attend. Previous tutti frutti and York Theatre Royal co-productions have included Hare and Tortoise, When We Lived in Uncle's Hat, Whatever Next!, and Silly Billy.

York Theatre Royal is nationally recognised as an inspiring centre for children and young people participating in the arts and as a specialist in creating highly original and engaging theatre for families that has helped to grow audiences for theatre regionally and nationally. Through forging strong artistic partnerships with other theatre companies, like tutti frutti and Pilot Theatre, they continue to create a significant body of work that has regional and national impact.

Tickets are priced at £10 for adults and £6 for children and Under 25s, and can be obtained by visiting the York Theatre Royal Box Office or by calling 01904 623568. Tickets are also available online at www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.