How a Jellyfish Saved the World

Pleasance

It’s not easy to deliver an entertaining show for very young children that also gets across a serious message. ‘How a Jellyfish Saved the World’ does just that. Through the story of Clyde the jellyfish, and his quest to find a friend, we go on a journey via puppetry, song and dance that transports us along ocean currents, into rock pools and deep under the waves. On the way we discover colourful creatures and catchy tunes, and follow the hapless and lonely Clyde as he falls in love with a dazzling plastic bag called ‘Bubbles’!

As Clyde discovers the truth about Bubbles, and the damage that plastic is doing to his ocean home, we follow as despair turns to hope and Clyde realises that Bubbles can have a useful new life as recycled marine plastic. 

The age recommendation is 3+ and my 4 year old found it hard to grasp all the nuances of the story. It’s quite complex and is probably better suited to slightly older children to understand everything that is going on. That said, the puppets and set, complete with twinkly lights, plus the songs and moments for the audience to participate, offer plenty for a younger crowd to enjoy.

My mini reviewer said, “Plastic on the beach is bad!” and, “Is Bubbles a real jellyfish?”

(Written by Charlotte Steel)