Theatre
Five of the Best: From Pages to Stages for Kids
Today’s Five of the Best celebrates five of the most-loved children’s books, all of which have been transformed and re-imagined for the stage.
From Pages to Stages features excellent kid’s plays that began life as a book. Throughout history, many of the greatest stories have been adapted for live performance and the five we have chosen below are all examples of this.
The five From Pages to Stages productions have all been designed with children in mind; they are fun and creative and they will certainly get the imaginations of the little ones going.
We hope you enjoy our Five of the Best: From Pages to Stages for Kids!
Spot
Seymour Centre, Everest Theatre – September 27-October 2
You’ll be hard pressed to find a child who isn’t totally in love with Spot – or an adult who doesn’t have very fond memories of the lift-the-flap books. The timeless classic was first published in 1980 and has been entertaining generations of children ever since. Written and drawn by Eric Hill, Spot was very innovative for its time. The life-the-flap concept caught on in a big way and the Spot series of books has been much-loved ever since. And if you love Spot on the pages of the books, you will be thrilled to see the puppy come to life on stage at the Seymour Centre. In the performance, Spot and his friends are off on a grand adventure to find all the animals that are missing off the farm. It promises to be a whole lot of fun so get in quickly to get your tickets for the whole family now.
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The 52-Storey Treehouse
Seymour Centre, Everest Theatre – August 5-8
What started as The 13-Storey Treehouse has now turned into 52 Storeys! The 2011 book was written by Andy Griffiths and was illustrated by Terry Denton and soon after publication it was adapted into a stage play that kids have been enjoying for years! Andy and Terry are returning to the stage and their treehouse is growing right before our eyes! The 52-Storey Treehouse is a fantastic stage show for children and is full of imagination, creativity and exciting adventures. Reserve your spot in the treehouse now.
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Snugglepot & Cuddlepie
Arts Centre Melbourne, Playhouse – September 17-25
Brenton Langbein Theatre – October 18, 10am and 12pm
The Australian classic, Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, will soon celebrate its 100th anniversary. The books, which were written by May Gibbs, were first published in 1918 and remain family favourites almost a century later. The books centre around the gumnut babies, Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, and feature wonderful pictures and tales of Australiana. The tale of the two gumnut babies has been adapted for the stage and the production promises to be full of fun and imagination. You and your kids can catch Snugglepot and Cuddlepie at Arts Centre Melbourne and the Brenton Langbein Theatre in South Australia.
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The Gruffalo
Seymour Centre, Everest Theatre – September 19-20
First published in 1999, The Gruffalo is a much-lived children’s book that follows the story of a little mouse who goes out walking in the forest. While the mouse doesn’t believe there is such a thing as a Gruffalo he is shocked when he comes across the real thing standing right in front of him! The story was written by Julia Donaldson and is beautifully illustrated by Axel Scheffler. The award-winning book has now been expertly adapted for the stage. Children will adore the tale of the brave, clever mouse who outsmarts the fearsome Gruffalo. Tickets for this one are flying out the door, so be quick!
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Matilda the Musical
Princess Theatre – now showing until November
Crown Theatre Perth – opens February 2017
One of Roald Dahl’s most-loved books has been perfectly adapted for the stage. Matilda the Musical tells the familiar tale of a very special little girl, Matilda, and it is all brought to life in a stunning and uplifting musical that features incredible sets and costumes, faultless performances and stunning music, written by Tim Minchin. For many children, reading Matilda was a staple of childhood and now the entire family – as well as big kids – can relive the magic of the story. Matilda is currently showing at Melbourne’s Princess Theatre and will arrive at Crown Theatre Perth in February 2017. You do not want to miss this lot of revolting children on stage! Get your tickets now.
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