The Extraordinary Adventures of Furry Friends: An Original Story with Live Music
All Ages
2 October
Friday
2nd October
60 minutes
Australian Baroque & family
Free event
Inspired by their beloved pets, this charming family performance welcomes all to a story of furry friendships, brave moments, and joyful surprises. Told in a story-time style with live music, each scene comes to life with sound. Two generations of the Vanderwal and Kruger families narrate and perform live music, creating a unique musical experience for all ages. Perfect for families, this performance celebrates imagination, music, and our special bond with animals.
Accessibility Guide
Lighting and Sound
Total blackout (audience)
Lighting level
Outdoors
Flashing lights
Loud sounds
Repetitive noises
Drums
High-pitched tones
Unexpected sounds
Background Music
Interactivity and Participation
Children invited on stage
Artist goes into audience
Manual activity (e.g. read, draw, sing, paint, construct things)
Undertake direct movement
Participation in groups/pairs
Parent/carer can support in participation
Capacity for a child slower in their movements to participate
Senses, Emotions and Effects
Distinctive smells
Special effects
Textures
Balloons
Characters express anger
Dialogue driven
40% of the performance is narrated
Props
Attention Span
Intermission/break
Introduction
5 minutes
Children need to sit in one place
Appropriate to make noise/move around
