Strange, creepy, romantic and filled with all manner of twisty things, Grimms' tales have inspired generations of storytellers for the better part of two centuries.
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And now, Chevalier College will bring these tales to life on stage.
The college's play, Tales from the Brothers Grimm, will go ahead from November 25-28, with just five shows.
Born in the city of Kassel in the 18th century, Jakob and Wilhelm Grimm documented hundreds of folktales from all over Europe.
They were linguists, scholars and researchers of German language and mythology, yet they lived most of their lives as underpaid academics - and likely never realised their work would someday reach world fame.
With their underlying themes of poverty, migration, solidarity, danger and wit - these tales have never lost their relevance.
They continue to draw readers back into a world that has long cast a spell on their imaginations.
The Brothers Grimm believed that these tales emanated naturally from the people and can be enjoyed by both adults and children.
"We are so excited to be able to present our 2020 play, given the year that we all have experienced," director Kate Price said.
"We are especially pleased for our Year 12 performers to have this opportunity to perform one last time for the college."
Strict COVID protocols apply to all performances, with limited seating.
No tickets will be available once sales close two hours before each performance.
Visit: https://www.trybooking.com/BMRTA to book tickets.
Ms Price, who has directed many plays for Chevalier College over the years, noted the raft of established research about the positive influences from the performing arts, especially on young people.
"The benefits are physical, emotional and social," she said.
"And performing brings elements of play, humour and laughter to those taking part - improving motivation, memory and reducing stress.
"And - it's live, and that's important. In a world addicted to technology, so much of our art is consumed through live-streams, through computers and so on - and this misses that extraordinary atmosphere and sense of grounding and presence that performing for a live audience gives."
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