★★★★ “…a striking show which takes young viewers on an immersive journey into nature by fusing puppetry, physical theatre, circus, video projection, and set and costume design with seamless imagination.” – The Scotsman
See the magic of the Australian bush spring to life on stage this National Science Week!
Join Sally and her backyard friend as they encounter larger than life beetles, stick insects and bush critters on their quest to discover the now elusive Christmas Beetle.
A must-see feast for the senses featuring:
Legs On The Wall’s signature mix of breathtaking physical storytelling;
Narration by Wiradjuri woman and award-winning artist Vicki van Hout;
Stunning animations of original artworks by beloved children’s author and illustrator Freya Blackwood (recently shortlisted for the 2025 Children’s Book Council of Australia Awards for picture books Afloat and The Garden of Broken Things);
Giant puppets and spell-binding visual effects;
Incredible scenic art by Erth Visual & Physical Inc. (ARC, Dinosaur Petting Zoo) and Legs on The Wall.
A nostalgic and heartwarming tale of wonder and hope – Beetle is a reminder of the delicate balance of the natural works and the power of small voices to make change.
Event Details:
Dates: Friday 8 August at 11am & 6pm AND Saturday 9 August at 11am
Duration: 50 minutes (No interval plus a free Q&A with the cast following the Friday matinee performance).
Suitable for: Ages 6 – 14 and their families (General Public) and Kindergarten – Year 8.
Location: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre | Penrith
Warnings: This production contains flashing lights and haze.