Big summer for kids at Arts Centre Melbourne

Get ready for high-flying heroes, incredible stories, and endless fun for the family this summer at Arts Centre Melbourne.

A world of colour returns with I Wish, hometown heroes Teeny Tiny Stevies are ready to rock the bowl and two new works will have you inspired with Finegan Kruckemeyer’s adaptation of Alison Lester’s Are We There Yet? and the marvellous musical storytelling show The Rainbow Tree by Fat Fruit in association with Midsumma Festival.

Mary Harvey, Arts Centre Melbourne’s Creative Producer, Families & Children:

Summer (for kids!) is back at Arts Centre Melbourne. After the last few years of disruption, we are thrilled to finally fill our auditoriums with the sound of laughter and awe.

This is an incredible selection of works by Australian creatives, from music, acrobatics, book adaptations and performances that will delight children and their families. There is a real feeling of excitement, and we can’t wait for everyone to join us for some summer holiday magic.

Patch Theatre and Gravity & Other Myths collide with I Wish… at the Playhouse from 18 – 21 January. This interactive adventure by Goeff Cobham and Darcy Grant combines acrobatics, dance, and a whole lot of heart to celebrate the things that make us unique.

A new (yet familiar) journey is on the cards with Are We There Yet? the latest on-stage adaptation from Alison Lester’s iconic collection. This wild and wonderous journey is brought to life by CDP Theatre Producers and award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer (Magic Beach, Boats), showing at the Playhouse from 24 – 28 January.

Movers and shakers Sarah Ward and Bec Mathews from Fat Fruit (F*ck Fabulous, The Legend of Queen Kong) return with The Rainbow Tree from 24 – 28 January. This playful musical storytelling show was cowritten with children from Rainbow families, exploring ideas of family, identity and creating a place where anything is possible.

Add an exclamation mark to your summer with the ARIA Award winning Teeny Tiny Stevies at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl on 12 February. Join Byll & Beth Stephens as they jam out your kids’ favourite tunes in a big and bold outdoor extravaganza.

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Season Details

Venue: Arts Centre Melbourne| Playhouse
Date: 18 Jan-12 Feb 2023

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