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How to Catch a Star at Bunjil Place


Bunjil Place presents
An Australian Chamber Orchestra production
How to Catch a Star
Based on the book by Oliver Jeffers 
Adapted for the stage by Sandra Eldridge with original music by Elena Kats-Chernin 

Once there was a boy and the boy loved stars very much.
Every night he watched the stars from his window and wished he had one of his own.
One day, he decided he would try to catch a star… but first he had to think of a plan…

Based on the book by international best-selling author Oliver Jeffers, How to Catch a Star is brand new Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) Families production which will take you on a journey from awe and wonder, through perseverance to triumph.

In a stunning adaptation by Sandra Eldridge, Jeffers’ magical tale about reaching for dreams will be brought to life on stage through storytelling and exquisite new music by Elena Kats-Chernin performed by an ACO string quartet. This enchanting performance will leave audiences of all ages filled with hope and optimism.

Event Details:

  • Dates: Sun 2 Jun 2024 - Mon 3 Jun 2024

  • Hours:

Sunday 3.00 pm (relaxed performance)
Monday 10.00 am
Monday 11.30 am

  • Duration: 30mins + meet the musicians Q&A

  • Location: Studio

  • Age: Ages recommended: 3-8 years | K to year 2 for schools 

  • Note: The 3pm performance will be Auslan interpreted

More info & tickets.