Gothic fairytales, marionettes and sign language
In the tradition of Harry Potter, The Grimstones – Hatched is a gothic fairytale told with giant books, exquisite old-world marionettes and sign language, to be performed at the Arts Centre on 13 and 14 February.
Acclaimed both in Australia and internationally, The Grimstones – Hatched celebrates the wonder of books, the acceptance of difference, family love and the simple pleasures in life. Created by Asphyxia, it is part of Kids at the Arts Centre, a new year round program for children aged 3 – 12 and their families.
“The Grimstones – Hatched speaks beautifully to older children with imagination and love of mystery,” says Emer Harrington, Program Manager for Families. “It’s a very moving story that parents will love too!”
The Grimstones – Hatched will be followed by an Auslan sign singing workshop, performed by Asphyxia and her interpreter Paula Dowse.
Asphyxia is a deaf circus performer turned puppeteer. She has toured nationally and internationally over the past decade with her performing arts company, Sky Works. Asphyxia has a background in ballet, and has trained with Circus Oz and the National Institute of Circus Art, specialising in trapeze, adagio (double balance) and hula hoops. Her theatre shows, including Blood Makes Noise, have performed sell out seasons in Melbourne, Sydney and the USA.
LISTINGS DETAILS
The Grimstones – Hatched is a gothic fairytale told with giant books, exquisite old-world marionettes and sign language. There’s a girl who reads dreams, a mother who sews garments lined with love and warmth, a grandfather who heals people with his magical concoctions and a baby boy with three legs.
Designed and created by Asphyxia. Performed by Asphyxia and Paula Dowse.
Venue: the Arts Centre, ANZ Pavilion
Dates: 10.30am & 2pm, Sat 13 & Sun 14 February
Tickets: $16. Family ticket (4 tix) $56. Recommended for 6 – 12 year olds.
Auslan for Everyone – Sign Singing Workshops
Join Asphyxia, deaf circus performer turned puppeteer and her interpreter, Paula Dowse, as they teach the classic Australian song ‘My Island Home’ in Auslan. This workshop is in Auslan and English and is a delightful combination of music, song and dramatic expression, guaranteed to get you smiling!
Venue: the Arts Centre, ANZ Pavilion
Dates: 12pm, Sat 13 and Sun 14 February
Tickets: $10. Family ticket (4 tix) $34. Recommended for 6 – 12 year olds.
For all bookings, phone 1300 182 183 from 9am to 9pm, Monday to Saturday or visit theartscentre.com.au/kids or go to the Arts Centre’s Box Office.
RACV is delighted to be a major partner of the Arts Centre supporting the Kids at the Arts Centre program, which gives Victorian children and their families the opportunity to engage in wonderful creative learning experiences together.