EDWARD SCISSORHANDS

OVERVIEW

Matthew Bourne is back with his latest creation — a magical new adaptation of the classic Tim Burton motion picture.

"He has scissors for hands, but this boy sure can dance. Bourne's as sharp as ever with his stage adaptation of Burton's film." -- San Francisco Chronicle. Tue, Nov 16, 2006

Edward Scissorhands opened in San Francisco where it will perform prior to the Los Angeles engagement at the Ahmanson. SF Chronicle theatre critic Robert Hurwitt gave the production his highest praise:

"The feet fly faster than the topiary-snipping scissors-fingers of the artificial boy in Matthew Bourne's musical version of "Edward Scissorhands." Not a word is spoken, but the story of the strangely endearing misfit, who tries and fails to find a home in suburban America, is as clear, offbeat and enchanting onstage as in the beloved Tim Burton film on which it's based." To read more of Mr. Hurwitt's review click here.

“When it comes to magic,Bourne is second to none.”
—Evening Standard (London)

A treat for the whole family, this touching and witty gothic fairytale tells the story of a boy created by an eccentric inventor who dies leaving him alone and unfinished. Left with only scissors for hands, Edward must find his place in a strange new suburban world where the well-meaning community struggles to see past his appearance to the innocence and gentleness within.

After global success with his inspired interpretations of Swan Lake, Cinderella, and the multi-award winning Play Without Words, Matthew Bourne has adapted Edward Scissorhands from the original Tim Burton film, creating a new modern classic.

“A fantastic family show. Full of brilliant comic detail and engaging life.”—Daily Telegraph (London)

Master choreographer and director Matthew Bourne talks about his new production of Edward Scissorhands.