Schools Programs
Redland Performing Arts Centre is dedicated to offering high quality live theatre experiences for school children of all ages as part of the Centre’s annual performance program.
Productions that are part of the schools program will be held on school weekdays and will be marketed directly to schools with groups attending as part of organised visits to the Redland Performing Arts Centre.
Tickets will be available to the general public depending on availability and the number of schools attending.
Primary Schools Program 2012
In 2012 we are pleased to present Monkey Baa’s production of The Bugalugs Bum Thief based on the book by Tim Winton. Monkey Baa Theatre for Young People has achieved critical acclaim for its work and today enjoys a national reputation for producing dynamic and innovative theatre programs for young people, their families, teachers and communities throughout Australia and internationally.
Monkey Baa’s hilarious adaptation of The Bugalugs Bum Thief has toured across five states and territories, on four separate occasions, playing to over 100,000 young people. A decade later, this hysterical adventure returns to the stage for a new generation of young people and their families to enjoy
The Bugalugs Bum Thief is a 55 minute fast paced, highly stylized musical comedy farce. It’s a delightfully silly show with 3 energetic actors playing 11 characters and singing 5 catchy songs.
The story…..
Skeeta Anderson’s got a problem. He’s woken up without his bum. I don’t know if you’ve ever thought about it but a bum is a very important part of the anatomy. Skeeta soon realizes that he’s not the only one without a bum.
All 496 citizens of Bugalugs are BUMLESS!!
So Skeeta sets out with his best friends Mick Misery and Billy Marbles to find the culprit of the crime.
On the way we meet a colourful cast of characters including Skeeta’s Mum and Dad, Miserable Mrs Misery, Mavis Marbles, Constable Coma and the school teacher Mr Wally, who runs an audience participation session inviting young people from the audience to come up and tell their news.
But then great news... Skeeta finds all the bums.
But then bad news... everyone’s too embarrassed to take their own bums back.
Fat people take the skinny ones; skinny people take the fat ones; bald people take hairy ones and you can see where I’m going…..
Eventually of course there’s a happy ending and Bugalugs returns to normal and we have the finale song, 'If you haven’t got a bum'.
As one teacher has said… 'It’s an engaging show that totally captures the children’s imaginations'.
We invite you to enrich the lives of children by sharing with them the wonderment and joy of children’s theatre at its best. Information on the 2012 Primary Schools program has been sent to primary schools in the Redlands area. Teachers’ education resource kits are available. For further enquiries please phone: 3829 8131.
THE BUGALUGS BUM THIEF
Picture Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Performance Times: Friday 25 May, 10am
Duration: 55 minutes – no interval
Description:
Based on the popular children’s book by Tim Winton, The Bugalugs Bum Thief tells the hilarious tale of the town of Bugalugs, where the residents wake up one morning to find their bums missing! All 496 citizens of the town of Bugalugs are BUMLESS!
Along with his best mates Mick Misery and Billy Marbles, Skeeta sets out on a side-splitting adventure to track down the culprit of the crime. After much mayhem and madness, Skeeta finally unravels the mystery and Bugalugs returns to normal… well, almost. Everyone has claimed the wrong bum!
Join Skeeta and his friends in this ripper adventure that will have you singing along to the catchy tunes and laughing your own bum off!
Productions of interest to primary aged children and their families
THE GRUFFALO’S CHILD
Picture Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Performance Times: Saturday 18 February, 10am, 12 noon & 3pm
Duration: 55 minutes – no interval
Description:
The team behind “The Gruffalo” return with the charming sequel.
“The Gruffalo’s Child“ brings together physical theatre, music and puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 4 and up, and their adults…
The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should
Ever set foot in the deep dark wood…
But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?
‘Every bit as funny, charming and innovative as The Gruffalo... everything good children’s theatre should be’ – The List, UK
I, BUNYIP
Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Performance Times: Saturday 30 June, 2 pm & 6.30pm
Duration: 1 hour – no interval
Description:
Creatures of mystery reveal the magic of the land
Do you know what a Bunyip is? What about a Yawk Yawk or the other fascinating creatures that live in Australia? Would you like to meet them?
Erth takes you on a journey through the mysterious heart of the Australian landscape with their unique life-like puppets and stunning visual effects. You will meet a host of charming creatures like Nyols, Yawk Yawks and Turongs. You will have the chance to experience freshwater mermaids and mischievous tree-dwelling creatures.
People of all ages will love I, Bunyip, with many enchanting characters, this stunning production has been developed in consultation with five different Aboriginal communities and portrays the mystical world of creatures from our Indigenous folklore.
Well-known for their spectacular puppetry and performances, Erth’s dinosaurs and dragons have transfixed children across the globe. Don’t miss this rare chance to meet I, Bunyip’s spirit creatures and embrace the stories that have been told since time began.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETER RABBIT
Picture Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Performance Times: Friday 24 August, 6.30pm; Saturday 25 August, 10.30am
Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes – no interval
Description:
Celebrate the 110th Anniversary of Beatrix Potter’s beloved classic with Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit, a mischievous musical about the world’s most loveable bunny.
Published in 1902 by Frederick Warne, The Tale of Peter Rabbit has transported countless children to Mr McGregor’s vegie patch for over a century; it’s set to reach a new generation with this classic stage production that kids will love! Adapted by Australian writer and award-winning producer Garry Ginivan (Possum Magic, Wombat Stew, My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch) and with an original score by Mark Jones, Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit seamlessly interweaves the tales of Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny and Mr Tod, and is designed to delight children and adults alike.
With Beatrix Potter as the Narrator/Storyteller and Peter Rabbit, Cousin Benjamin Bunny, Old Mr Bunny, Tommy Brock, Mr Tod and (a three-metre high!) Mr McGregor – Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit will be the highlight of children’s theatre in 2012.
Productions of interest for high school aged children and their families
Natalie Weirs’ R&J
Picture Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Schools Performance Times: Friday 27 April, 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hour - no interval
Description:
Following her award-winning 2010 production Where The Heart Is, Natalie Weir creates R&J, three moving love stories inspired by the classic tale of Romeo and Juliet.
Set across three different eras, this new production reinforces the notion that love – no matter what age you are, or what age you are in – is eternal and its power everlasting.
R&J turns the classic story of Romeo and Juliet on its head, cutting to the essence of what is real, human and inevitable. Love plays a major role in all our lives, but as Shakespeare knew too well, does not always guarantee a fairytale ending.
With music composed by John Babbage and recorded by prolific music ensemble Topology, R&J celebrates contemporary performance at its most bold and powerful.
One of these stories could be your story. Fate plays a part in all our lives.... don’t miss Queensland’s own award winning Expressions Dance Company.... R&J is Romeo and Juliet for our times...it will pull at your heart strings.
CHASING THE LOLLYMAN
Picture Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Schools Performance Times: Saturday 7 July, 7.30pm
Duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes – no interval
Description:
Chasing the Lollyman is a one man show devised and performed by one of Queensland’s most dynamic and funny Indigenous performers, Mark Sheppard. It is a joyous sharing of stories, a celebration of urban Indigenous identity and takes a satirical look at the media and popular culture. Playing a variety of characters, weaving stand up with storytelling and clown, Mark pokes fun at everything from Neighbours (what would it be like if a Murri family moved into Ramsay Street) to politics.
Suitable for 13+
I, BUNYIP
Picture Presenter: Redland Performing Arts Centre
Venue: The Concert Hall
Schools Performance Times: Saturday 30 June, 2pm & 6.30pm
Duration: 1 hour – no interval
Description:
Creatures of mystery reveal the magic of the land
Do you know what a Bunyip is? What about a Yawk Yawk or the other fascinating creatures that live in Australia? Would you like to meet them?
Erth takes you on a journey through the mysterious heart of the Australian landscape with their unique life-like puppets and stunning visual effects. You will meet a host of charming creatures like Nyols, Yawk Yawks and Turongs. You will have the chance to experience freshwater mermaids and mischievous tree-dwelling creatures.
People of all ages will love I, Bunyip, with many enchanting characters, this stunning production has been developed in consultation with five different Aboriginal communities and portrays the mystical world of creatures from our Indigenous folklore.
Well-known for their spectacular puppetry and performances, Erth’s dinosaurs and dragons have transfixed children across the globe. Don’t miss this rare chance to meet I, Bunyip’s spirit creatures and embrace the stories that have been told since time began.
Simple Guidelines for Theatre Attendance
We ask teachers bringing students to performances at Redland Performing Arts Centre to prepare their students for theatre attendance. Here a few notes for you to use when discussing theatre etiquette with your students.
- Eating or drinking is not permitted in the theatre.
- The theatre is designed for acoustic sound. All sounds from the stage and people in their seats are amplified and can be clearly heard. Audience members sometimes make the mistake of thinking that they cannot be seen and heard. They can! Please do not talk or whisper during the performance.
- Please turn off all mobile phones, pagers, watch alarms or other electronic devices, that might cause a disturbance during the production.
- Laser light pointers are prohibited from the auditorium.
- Please remain in your seat for the entire performance. Moving in and out of the theatre during the performance disturbs other patrons and the performers and, during the day, lets light into the auditorium.
- Theatre staff have the right to ask any member of the audience to leave the performance if that person is disrupting other people’s enjoyment of the show.
We appreciate your assistance in making your visit to the theatre enjoyable for everyone.