BBC to adapt David Walliams’ ‘Boy in the Dress’
By Josh Haggis
The BBC have announced plans to adapt David Walliams’ children’s book Boy in the Dress.
Boy in the Dress tells the story of a 12-year-old boy who enjoys cross-dressing, and the reactions from his family and friends.
BBC One previously adapted Walliams’ books Gangsta Granny and Mr Stink for the 2013 festive season, and were so pleased with the success they they are moving forward another adaptation for Christmas 2014.
BBC Controller Shane Allen said in a press release: “Boy in the Dress is a very touching, hilarious and poignant story of why being different is something to celebrate. As with David’s other novel adaptations I have no doubt this will attract an exceptional cast and be a special Christmas treat for all the family.”
Walliams went on to say: “I am over the moon that my first novel for children is going to be on BBC One at Christmas. I was very pleased with the adaptations of Mr Stink and Gangsta Granny, and I trust Boy in the Dress will delight and surprise a family audience.”