An original take on a much loved classic, the play condenses the themes, situations, characters and conflicts whilst retaining the magic and charm of the original. Set against a background of secrecy, this middle class family must readjust themselves to a poor life in the country. Roberta (the only Railway Child on stage) must fend for herself whilst her mother sells stories to live. 

The question on everyone’s lips is “How can you do a production of The Railway Children with only one child?” With a clever mix of storytelling and drama, Mother, who is writing the story as E. Nesbitt, and daughter, Roberta, relay the tale together with Mr. Perks and the old gentleman in support.