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  • 3. Goblin's Fairy Tales: 3 - The Fairy Circus

    12:38
    Welcome to Goblin's Fairy Tales- a collection of songs and fairytales, to be enjoyed out and about on walks and adventures, or when you are warm and cosy inside.Episode 3 features a The Fairy Circus, and what happens if it runs away with you... These songs and stories were created for an outdoor Fairy Trail at Cambo Gardens in Fife, Scotland, which is open for visitors (https://www.cambogardens.org.uk/). You can see the Bog Goblin's Bug Hotel, The Fairy Castle and The Fairy Circus if you visit... just be careful of those Bog Goblins! If you can't make it to the fairy trail, don't worry! You can find fairies everywhere. When you're out and about keep your eyes and ears open. It could be something you see in the corner of your eye, or a rustle in the hedges, whizzing between the branches and whooshing over your head. Listen carefully and you might hear: The hoot of an owl, The flap of a bat, The buzz of a bee, The swoosh of the wind The tipple of the rain on leaves...This is fairy music, and it means they are near. We hope you enjoy the storiesMusic & Lyrics by Mary Erskine & Will DollardWords by Matt Borgatti

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  • 2. Goblin's Fairy Tales: 2 - The Fairy Castle

    08:12
    Welcome to Goblin's Fairy Tales- a collection of songs and fairytales, to be enjoyed out and about on walks and adventures, or when you are warm and cosy inside.Episode 2 features the Fairy Royal Family who live in the big Fairy CastleThese songs and stories were created for an outdoor Fairy Trail at Cambo Gardens in Fife, Scotland, which is open for visitors (https://www.cambogardens.org.uk/). You can see the Bog Goblin's Bug Hotel, The Fairy Castle and The Fairy Circus if you visit... just be careful of those Bog Goblins! If you can't make it to the fairy trail, don't worry! You can find fairies everywhere. When you're out and about keep your eyes and ears open. It could be something you see in the corner of your eye, or a rustle in the hedges, whizzing between the branches and whooshing over your head. Listen carefully and you might hear: The hoot of an owl, The flap of a bat, The buzz of a bee, The swoosh of the wind The tipple of the rain on leaves...This is fairy music, and it means they are near. We hope you enjoy the storiesMusic & Lyrics by Mary Erskine & Will DollardWords by Matt Borgatti
  • 1. Goblin's Fairy Tales: 1 - The Bog Goblins

    12:18
    Welcome to Goblin's Fairy Tales- a collection of songs and fairytales, to be enjoyed out and about on walks and adventures, or when you are warm and cosy inside. Episode 1 features a Fairy Expedition Song to start the adventure, before we hear the tale of The Bog Goblins. These songs and stories were created for an outdoor Fairy Trail at Cambo Gardens in Fife, Scotland, which is open for visitors (https://www.cambogardens.org.uk/). You can see the Bog Goblin's Bug Hotel, The Fairy Castle and The Fairy Circus if you visit... just be careful of those Bog Goblins! If you can't make it to the fairy trail, don't worry! You can find fairies everywhere. When you're out and about keep your eyes and ears open. It could be something you see in the corner of your eye, or a rustle in the hedges, whizzing between the branches and whooshing over your head. Listen carefully and you might hear: The hoot of an owl, The flap of a bat, The buzz of a bee, The swoosh of the wind The tipple of the rain on leaves...This is fairy music, and it means they are near. We hope you enjoy the storiesMusic & Lyrics by Mary Erskine & Will DollardWords by Matt Borgatti
  • 7. The Adventures of Pinocchio - Part 7

    11:53
    Here we are, at the final chapter of The Adventures of Pinocchio, where we'll see if Pinocchio can save Gepetto from the terrible Disco Whale. We really hope you've enjoyed listening to this series and had as much fun as we did making it! Please do share on social media (we're @goblintheatre) or leave us a review on itunes. The Adventures of Pinocchio is a 7 part series adapted from the book by Carlo Collodi. It's based on a theatre production by Goblin Theatre, and features the voices of Michaela Bennison, Dan Bottomley, Lil Davis, Will Dollard, Mary Erskine and Barry Shannon. Suitable for all ages.A Goblin Theatre creation. Music & Lyrics by Will Dollard & Mary Erskine, Written by Matt Borgatti, Directed by Kate McGregor. Audio produced by Mary Erskine & Will Dollard Check out www.goblintheatre.co.uk for more information. 
  • 6. The Adventures of Pinocchio - Part 6

    13:54
    You join us for the penultimate episode of The Adventures of Pinocchio. In this chapter, we get a bit festive! Pinocchio finally catches a break and has the chance to be reunited with Gepetto... all he has to do it wait, but that is easier said than done for Pinocchio, especially if the Fox has anything to do with it... The Adventures of Pinocchio is a 7 part series adapted from the book by Carlo Collodi. It's based on a theatre production by Goblin Theatre, and features the voices of Michaela Bennison, Dan Bottomley, Lil Davis, Will Dollard, Mary Erskine and Barry Shannon. Suitable for all ages.A Goblin Theatre creation. Music & Lyrics by Will Dollard & Mary Erskine, Written by Matt Borgatti, Directed by Kate McGregor. Audio produced by Mary Erskine & Will Dollard Check out www.goblintheatre.co.uk for more information. 
  • 5. The Adventures of Pinocchio - Part 5

    13:09
    Did someone say Fish Disco? In this episode we see what happens to Gepetto as he crosses the Ocean (and see how many fish puns you can spot in the first song!). Meanwhile, on dry land, Pinocchio decides to go to school, but there's a sting in the tale... The Adventures of Pinocchio is a 7 part series adapted from the book by Carlo Collodi. It's based on a theatre production by Goblin Theatre, and features the voices of Michaela Bennison, Dan Bottomley, Lil Davis, Will Dollard, Mary Erskine and Barry Shannon. Suitable for all ages.A Goblin Theatre creation. Music & Lyrics by Will Dollard & Mary Erskine, Written by Matt Borgatti, Directed by Kate McGregor. Audio produced by Mary Erskine & Will Dollard Check out www.goblintheatre.co.uk for more information. 
  • 4. The Adventures of Pinocchio - Part 4

    15:21
    We built this cityWe built this cityWe built this city on Rocky Roads...Things are about to get a little bit weird and funny, as Pinocchio goes to The Land of Cakes. All alone after his adventures finding and losing fame in the big city, Pinocchio is lost and needs some direction. Luckily a mysterious stranger is on hand... but as Pinocchio goes to the Land of Cakes he finds out it might not be as sweet as he imagined. Meanwhile, Gepetto is released from Prison- will he finally be reunited with Pinocchio? The Adventures of Pinocchio is a 7 part series adapted from the book by Carlo Collodi. It's based on a theatre production by Goblin Theatre, and features the voices of Michaela Bennison, Dan Bottomley, Lil Davis, Will Dollard, Mary Erskine and Barry Shannon. Suitable for all ages.A Goblin Theatre creation. Music & Lyrics by Will Dollard & Mary Erskine, Written by Matt Borgatti, Directed by Kate McGregor. Audio produced by Mary Erskine & Will Dollard Check out www.goblintheatre.co.uk for more information.