The Moonlit Owl

Rusticus is an outdoor theatre company creating playful, imaginative experiences for families and festival audiences across the UK. Known for their colourful characters, lively storytelling, and larger-than-life puppets, the company brings outdoor spaces to life with performances that invite audiences to join the adventure rather than simply watch from the sidelines.

From glowing creatures that roam through woodland at dusk to mischievous storytellers popping up in unexpected places, Rusticus performances are designed to surprise, delight, and spark curiosity. Their shows often blend theatre, movement, music, and gentle audience interaction, creating moments of shared fun for children and grown-ups alike.

Whether appearing at festivals, gardens, zoos, or community celebrations, the Rusticus team specialises in creating warm, welcoming experiences that feel magical but never intimidating. Audiences might find themselves helping a character solve a problem, learning a dance, or simply enjoying the spectacle of something beautiful moving through the landscape.

At heart, Rusticus believes outdoor performance should be joyful, accessible, and full of wonder - offering families a chance to laugh together, explore together, and leave with a story to tell on the journey home.