Story Pocket Theatre was set up in 2013 from a passion to produce magical theatre for families and to keep classic stories alive.
The company has announced that children's author Michael Morpurgo, who has been called "The Father of Children's Literature", is now its patron. He has written over 120 books which have been translated into over 26 languages and has taken his love of story to children all over the world.
Murpurgo explans why he has chosen to pledge his support as the patron of this exciting new theatre company: "I am delighted to be the patron of Story Pocket Theatre Company. It was apparent straight away that their focus was on sharing stories in a bright, imaginative way.
"I am lucky enough to see my stories in print and on stage and screen, and it was Story Pocket's passion for story telling that struck me.
"Their shows, staged in beautiful and magical ways, will encourage young people and families to engage in their wonderful stories, both old and new, and to tell their own stories inspiring a new generation of story tellers and theatregoers.
"It is crucial for young people to be transported to other worlds and for their imaginations to fly to see the possibilities the world can give them.
"To see a company set out with such passion to create this magic for children and their families is very exciting and I am happy to support them on their journey."
Story Pocket Theatre launches its first tour this spring with Arabian Nights which opens at the Mill Studio at Guildford's Yvonne Arnaud Theatre from 6 to 9 March, then at The Mission Theatre, Bath, Hanger Farm Arts Centre, West Totton, the West End Centre, Aldershot and the New Wimbledon Studio.