The world's first major stage production of The Jungle Book, a magical entertaining family adventure based on Rudyard Kipling's classic tale, will be at The Mayflower from Tuesday.

The Jungle Book creates a world of trumpeting elephants, hulking bears, prowling panthers, howling wolves and chattering monkeys.

Mowgli, the orphaned man-cub, tries to make his way in the jungle, but the terrifying tiger Shere Khan swears to kill the child.

Mowgli's friends Baloo and Bagheera agree to take him to the man village for his safety. But the jungle holds dangers and surprises for them all and Mowgli's extraordinary adventure has only just begun!

All the wonderful characters that everyone loves are brought vividly to life in this exciting and enchanting forest adventure. Full of fun, laughter and tears, it's the perfect treat for the whole family to enjoy.

Tickets for The Jungle Book, which runs from Tuesday to Saturday, from the box office on 023 8071 1811..