Two unlikely friends – the speedy, confident Hare and the calm, steady Tortoise – meet for the greatest race on Earth. A race filled with suspense, surprises and a nail-biting, medal-winning finish. Ready… Steady… Is it time to GO? This playful and imaginative adaptation of Aesop’s classic fable is brimming with fun, live music, unforgettable songs and delightful characters who learn that slow and steady wins the race. The story unfolds across the seasons – from the blossoming days of spring, through the fun of summer, to the icy sparkle of winter. Guided by our storyteller, this heartwarming tale explores patience, friendship, and what it means to grow up. Hare and Tortoise is a Tutti Frutti production. About Half Moon Theatre Half Moon is a local organisation with a national remit. Working from our base in Limehouse, East London, we give young people from birth to 18 (25 for young people with disabilities) an opportunity to experience the best in young people’s theatre, both as a participant and as an audience member. Our activity includes a season of professional plays for young and family audiences, including teenagers, national touring productions and an extensive creative learning programme, including eight youth theatres. Half Moon’s expertise is in supporting artists and young people at every stage of their creative development, providing a gateway to engagement, offering pathways for progression and experimentation and then disseminating outcomes within the wider cultural sector, through performances, touring productions, open dialogue and continuing professional development. Half Moon is a National Portfolio Organisation of Arts Council England and receives regular funding from the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, as well as many other supporters.