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A Concrete Jungle Book

Book, Music & Lyrics by Joe Slabe


Directed by JP Thibodeau
Choreoraphed by Mpoe Mogale
Musical Direction by Joe Slabe

In partnership with Forte Musical Theatre Guild

Rooted in the spirit of Kipling’s classic while boldly reimagined for today’s world, A Concrete Jungle Book is a contemporary musical originally conceived for StoryBook Theatre’s 40th season. Set within an urban landscape shaped by rules, hierarchies, and survival instincts, the story follows a young protagonist searching for identity, belonging, and family in a city that doesn’t always make space for difference. Featuring a driving modern score and rich ensemble storytelling, the piece offers performers dynamic characters, emotional range, and moments of both grit and heart. At its core, the show asks resonant questions for young people today: who decides where you belong, which rules are worth following, and how do you stay true to yourself while learning to stand together as a community?

The video of the original 2017 version of the production, then called, The Urban Jungle Book.

  • OCTOBER 2 TO 31, 2026

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  • BEDDINGTON THEATRE ARTS CENTRE

    375 Bermuda Drive NW

    (403) 216-0808 x 1

  • 120 minutes with intermission

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  • PREMIUM
    $38/Adult, $33/Child

    GENERAL
    $33/Adults, $28/Child

  • ages 10+

  • Original musical conceived for StoryBook’s 40th season

    Urban reimagining of a classic story

    Focus on belonging, community, and identity

    Homegrown StoryBook work highlighting new Canadian creation

*Mr. Thibodeau appears courtesy of the Canadian Actors' Equity Association

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