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We saw the live action production of "My Neighbour Totoro" at the Barbican Theatre last night for Humuhumu's tenth birthday.
Quotes from the children: "I will remember this forever." And "I love this so much."
We sat in the circle seats so we had a row to ourselves, effectively. This turned out to be an excellent decision, as Keiki spent more time out of his seat than in it, whether he was standing up applauding and laughing, rolling on the floor in ecstasy, or sitting on someone's lap. (He does not check before he sits so if we had been in a row with a stranger they would have ended up as a Keiki chair.)
It was an absolute joy from start to finish, and received a standing ovation. The sets and choreography are just magical, there is a warm undercurrent of wholesome humour throughout, the music is incredible, and the catbus does not disappoint. I must admit that the girl and I did have a very wobbly moment during the scenes where the mother takes a turn for the worse, and Saski and Mei have an emotional crisis. There may have been quiet weeping in each other's arms. Thankfully, Totoro comes at the perfect time to sort it all out, as he always does.
It was true to the film with a few sensible tweaks and a touch of modernisation, all very gently and deftly woven together.
If you are in London, are a Studio Ghibli fan, and can afford it - tickets are decidedly Not Cheap - please go and see it, you will not be disappointed.
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Wow, what a terrific time for all of you.
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Omg I remember seeing there would be a Totoro production but completely forgot to follow up. I will ask the children if they want to go, and go without them if they don't :-P
(For me, Totoro is the first film I watched as often as the children wanted it, and didn't end up hating, and one of the few things that both children will watch together now. Also it is very sweet.)
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Thought of you the other day as we at a private view at the Barber for the new Breugel exhibition- well worth a look!
Sounds like a lot of fun!
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