CAST
Louise Stubs Actor 1, Neighbour 1, Dog, Referee, Storekeeper, School Child, Angie Cat
Poppy Lennon Actor 2, Neighbour 2, Bureau Chief, Tige Cat, Malty Cat, Reporter, School Child, Miss Clydesdale (Dental Patient)
Jemima Waters Actor 3, Neighbour 3, Babette Cat, School Child, Harriet, Bus Driver
Scott Lleonart Narrator, Snowbell, Telephone Repairman
River Davies Stuart Little
Abbey Udovicić Mrs Little, Hank (Garbage Person), Pigeon, Miss Swenson (Dental Assistant), School Child
Jerome Phelps Mr Little, Zeke (Garbage Person), School Superintendent
Aiden Cruise George Little, Leroy, School Child
Tay Lowry Margalo, Doctor, Woman with Newspaper, School Child
Anita Planchon Narrator, Dr Carey
Company: Hobart Repertory Theatre Society
Season: 9 - 19 April 2025
Venue: Playhouse Theatre, Hobart
Written by E.B. White
Adapted by Joseph Robinette
Director Heather Heron
Production Manager Ingrid Ganley
Stage Manager Rogan Brown
PRODUCTION TEAM
Set Design Rogan Brown
Lighting Design/Operation David Szoka
Costume Coordination Karen Fahey
Costume Assistants Carolin Corrigan, Helen Cronin, Meredith McQueen, Julie Raphael, Nicole Williams
Backstage Crew Jessica Ashworth, Scarlett Higgs, Willow Lockett
Set Construction Rogan Brown, Louise Stubs, David Szoka
Properties Anne Blythe Cooper, Rogan Brown, Andrew Cooper, Heather Heron
Set Painting Jessica Ashworth, Rogan Brown, Scarlett Higgs, Willow Lockett
Mural Louise Stubs
Graphic Design Carolyn Whamond
Publicity Julie Fullerton, Emilija Saleta
Photography Bob Linacre, Wayne Wagg
PLAY SETTING
The play is set in New York, USA during the 1940s.
Stuart Little was presented in two acts with a 15 minute interval.
Run time: Seventy five (75) minutes.
FROM THE DIRECTOR
This timeless story is one of adventure, determination, and the search for belonging. Though Stuart may be small, his heart is as big as his dreams, and his journey is one that can resonate with us all - young and old alike.
Bringing Stuart Little to the stage has been a rewarding experience for our cast and crew. This beloved tale reminds us that with courage and kindness, we can overcome any challenge. It also teaches us that family isn’t just about where we come from, it’s about the meaningful connections we create along the way.
My time living in New York played a key role in the decision to stage this production. I also have fond memories of reading classical literature as a child and later rediscovering these stories as an adult. With this year marking the 80th anniversary of the novel, Stuart Little, it felt like the perfect time to bring this production to the stage.
From the beginning, I chose to set the show in the mid-1940s, just as it is in the book when Stuart is born. Throughout the rehearsal process, I have enjoyed researching the fashion, memorabilia, and music of the era, which has helped bring the world of Stuart to life. At its core, Stuart Little is a story of perseverance. Stuart encounters obstacles at every turn, yet he never lets them deter him from his dreams. His resilience serves as a powerful lesson to all of us - reminding us to keep moving forward, no matter how difficult the journey.
Whether this is your first time experiencing Stuart Little or you’ve loved this story for years, we hope you leave feeling inspired by Stuart’s unwavering spirit and the reminder that no dream is too big, no matter how small you may be.