"The best incursion we have ever had!!! It was beyond expectation! The performance was very busy and exciting and kept everyone well entertained. It was great that the performance moved fluently and didn't linger on one aspect for too long."Scoresby Primary School
"The puppets were great and they would mingle and interact with the children and the adults. There was loads of laughter from the children and also the older children, being thoroughly engaged throughout the whole show. I would recommend the puppetOSH, Mount Waverley Primary School
The Fun Educational Puppetry Experience
Roll up, roll up! Come and see the hilariously funny puppet show, “Circus in Disarray”! Be captivated by Larry, the cheeky dancing llama, and awed by the talents of Ralph, the plate-spinning dog! Marvel at Vern, the most beautiful bird in the world, and be dazzled by the powers of Ikis, the crystal-charming snake.
See lots of fun puppets performing live circus skills! Amazing characters, bubbles, audience interaction, and rogue penguins make this a fantastic show not to be missed!
This amazing show is designed to entertain, educate, and inspire young minds.
It also includes an optional educational puppetry discussion outlining the history, performance techniques, and global traditions of puppetry.
ABOUT THE PERFORMER
The Puppet Circus is performed by David Leach, one of Melbourne’s most sought-after entertainers. David has been entertaining crowds for over 15 years and has extensive puppetry experience, including working with the “William May Corporation” (producers of “The Hobbit” and “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe”, among others) on general performances since 2003.
David has also performed over 700 children’s puppet shows at “Hocus Pocus Puppets”, where he was a resident puppeteer for four years.
AGE RECOMMENDATIONS
- The Puppet Circus: Ideal for Foundation to Grade 4, with educational extensions available for Grades 5 and 6
- Puppet Antics: A specially designed version tailored for younger audiences aged 2–5 years
INCLUDED WITH THE PERFORMANCE
The show includes:
- Professional puppet theatre staging in regal gold, red, and purple
- PA sound system
- Internal theatrical lighting
- Bubble machine effects
- Interactive audience participation
COMPLIMENTARY EDUCATIONAL PUPPETRY DISCUSSION
Each booking can include an optional complimentary 20-minute puppetry discussion and question-and-answer session. This educational component introduces students to:
- The origins and history of puppetry
- Different puppetry traditions and styles from around the world
- Basic puppetry performance techniques
- Character creation and storytelling through puppetry
Selected students will also have the opportunity to demonstrate puppetry forms and techniques during this session.
VICTORIAN CURRICULUM CONNECTIONS
The educational discussion can be tailored to support a variety of Victorian Curriculum learning areas and classroom topics, including:
- Story design and narrative development
- Push-and-pull mechanisms and movement
- Presentation and performance skills
- Creativity and confidence building
- Sound, staging, and theatrical lighting
- Performing Arts and Design Technologies
Custom curriculum links can also be incorporated upon request. Please advise your unit of study at the time of booking.
PUPPETRY WORKSHOPS
Additional puppetry workshops are available and can be customised to suit different year levels and learning outcomes. Workshop options include:
- Puppet performance and manipulation
- Puppet making and design
- Character creation and storytelling
Workshop pricing varies depending on materials and project requirements. Please contact us for further information and tailored quotes.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 3m x 3m performance space
Minimum 2.5m height clearance
Access to power supply
Set up time - 1.5 hours
"It was wonderful, the children were so engaged and laughed hysterically for most of it! We really liked the question and answer part at the end as it supported our unit's work."Joanne Mulhall - St. Thomas the Apostle Primary School
"David was extremely helpful, professional and very good with the children. The children were totally engaged and loved it. The bubbles and water spraying were great fun." Some comments (our staff received): "Really enjoyed the show!" "€Jennie Masters - Children's & Youth Services Library Coordinator | Casey Cardinia Libraries
We were blown away with the performance on Friday, it was so well setup and kicked off our Inquiry perfectly.Montana Fitzgerald - Our Lady of the Rosary Parish School Kyneton
I have spoken to the team and we agreed that it was a wonderful incursion for Foundation students. The kids were very engaged throughout the performance and David had them all so excited to see all the different puppets. Thank you for the experience itClaire Maher | Strathmore North Primary School
BOOKINGS
To make a booking or enquiry, simply press the GREEN Enquiry/Booking Request Button above right to directly contact the booking team. They will answer you promptly to discuss your booking including when payment will be required.
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