WATCH out for The Revenge Of Mr Trout!, the new children’s show from York company TongueTied Theatre.

This “zany, chaotic, interactive, immersive adventure” for children aged seven to 12 will be performed outdoors on the Theatre Royal Patio from April 9 to 13, so wrap them up warm in the face of forecasts for the winter chill to stretch into spring.

Numbers are restricted to 20 places per performance and no adults are invited, although parents/guardians can watch from inside the theatre while enjoying a warming cuppa in the café.

The children will play a crucial role in the show, being encouraged to come to the aid of Mr Trout (played by Robin Simpson) in his quest to gain revenge on his chief tormentor, his wife.

Mrs Trout (Lizzie Wiggsm) has a mischievous streak and likes nothing more than to amuse herself by playing practical jokes on her husband. She is always thinking up new tricks, be it a lobster in his bath water or popping candy in his banana sandwich and a slug inside his shoe.

The list is endless and Mr Trout has just about had enough. Hence he needs the young audience’s help in throwing a surprise birthday party for Mrs Trout that she will never forget.

The play takes place on board TongueTied’s very own Trout pirate ship – seven metres in length – built on the Theatre Royal terrace. Consequently, Mr Trout is advertising for a crew to assist him in getting his own back on Mrs Trout for a lifetime of tricks and practical jokes.

Next week is your chance, children of York and beyond, to join Mr Trout in making Mrs Trout walk the plank in a fun-packed 45-minute adventure where anything can happen.

The Revenge Of Mr Trout will be performed from next Tuesday to Saturday at 10.30am, 12 noon, 2pm and 4pm. Tickets are available for children only on 01904 623568 or yorktheatreroyal.co.uk