A ‘magical outdoor theatre performance’ of Carlo Collodi’s classic children’s tale Pinocchio will take place in Wirral this month to raise money for homelessness charity Shelter. Tony McDonough reports

Claremont Farm close to Bebington in Wirral will host a “magical outdoor theatre performance” on Sunday, May 31, to raise money for charity.

Touring theatre company Illyria will bring Carlo Collodi’s classic children’s tale Pinocchio to life in a show to help raise essential funds for the housing and homelessness charity Shelter.

Funds raised from this sunset performance will help Shelter’s frontline services to continue providing free, expert support and advice to thousands of people facing homelessness, as well helping the charity to campaign for an end to the housing emergency.

Pauline Cox, regional community fundraiser for Shelter Merseyside, said: “This special outdoor performance of Pinocchio promises to be a truly magical evening for people of all ages.

“This evening is an opportunity for families and the community to come together, enjoy a much-loved story in a beautiful setting, all whilst helping Shelter’s vital work to support people facing homelessness.

“Thousands of people in the North West are experiencing homelessness, many of whom are families with children.

“Shelter provides essential advice, support and advocacy for people in crisis, and campaigns for lasting change, so that everyone has a safe place to call home.

“We simply couldn’t continue this work without the incredible support of the public. Every ticket purchased helps us to be there for people when they need us most.”

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Ticket holders must bring their own chair and dress for the weather as the show will continue in all but the very worst conditions. A cash bar is available on site at Claremont Farm.

Gates open at 6.30pm and the show starts promptly at 7pm with a running time of two hours 20 minutes, including an interval. Tickets are £19.50 for adults and £11 for children and are available until May 25 at www.sheltermerseyside.org.uk