“The lasting impression is of each individual’s identity as well as their warm group dynamic – I haven’t felt such a sense of community in a family show for some time.”
Chris Weigand, The Guardian
“Celebrates not only science and discovery but diversity and inclusion … A truly wonderful show that audiences of all ages will enjoy and, hopefully, learn something from!”
Kat Mokrynski, Broadway World
The Colour of Dinosaurs
A rip-roaring, prehistoric science pop gig for curious humans of all ages.
Picture a dinosaur roaming through an ancient forest... millions of years later, a scientist called Jakob discovers its amazing fossilised remains and tells its incredible, colourful story, revealing secrets we could never have imagined.
Join five musicians and palaeontologist Dr Jakob Vinther as they enter the multi-coloured world of the dinosaurs with soaring music, catchy songs and mind-blowing science.
Based on Research by Dr Jakob Vinther
Director: Dom Coyote
Music: Lloyd Coleman
Writing: Malaika Kegode
Created by Lloyd Coleman & Otic. An Unlimited and Polka Theatre Partnership Commission, with support from Bristol Old Vic Ferment.
Illustration: Sarah Tanat-Jones
The Colour of Dinosaurs toured the UK in 2025.