The Demon Headmaster
by Paul James, Gillian Cross

The Demon Headmaster Book Cover
The Demon Headmaster Cover

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Readers find The Demon Headmaster to be a captivating children's story that combines elements of mystery and adventure. Many appreciate the nostalgic value and the clever plot centered around a hypnotic headmaster and his schemes. The unique characters and relatable themes resonate well with both young readers and adults revisiting the book.

Engaging and entertaining storyGreat for young readersNostalgic for adultsStrong character developmentSome find it a bit underdeveloped

Synopsis

The pupils of St Campion's Comprehensive, ultra-disciplined exam machines, are devoted to their headmaster.

But something strange is going on and the worst class in the world - 6Z - are going to get to the bottom of this mystery and expose the DEMON HEADMASTER!

Based on the very popular children's book, The Demon Headmaster by Gillian Cross, this musical is fun, exciting and a little bit scary.

An early version of the musical was 'workshopped' at the Royal National Theatre's studio in 1997 and premiered at The Pleasance Theatre, London.

In 1999 it enjoyed a very successful national tour

Large flexible cast

Publication

PublisherSamuel French
Year2001
BindingPaperback
Pages110
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-139780573081163
ISBN-100573081166

The Demon Headmaster is a play written by Paul James and published by Samuel French (2001).

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