All tickets $42, recommended for children aged 3-8. Enjoy a 30-min performance followed by free creative play and the opportunity to meet the musicians.
SAVE WITH A FAMILY PASS: Enjoy 15% off 5+ tickets, or 10% off 3-4 tickets.
Theatrical. Family-fun. Live music.
★★★★★ "A delightful show for all ages" — Sydney Arts Guide
"That was amazing, I really liked how the musicians were so interactive and moved through the audience." — Audience Member
Let your imagination come alive in our brand-new ACO Families show, Pinocchio.
Combining an actor and theatrics with original music played live on stage by string and percussion musicians, this reimagined tale is filled to the brim with joy, wonder and just a touch of real magic.
There once was a boy who was made. And although his papa (who is also his sculptor) sees him as more than enough, he sees himself as less. Because he isn’t a real live boy. But he does have a gift. In a world of half-truths and fake news, his nose… knows.
So when he sets off into the world, Pinocchio finds that he can smell a rat. And also ride in a whale. And act like an ass (when he gets turned into one). And outwit a cat and outfox a fox. And eventually… save his papa, Geppetto.
And in doing all these things, he proves himself real and gets out alive. He becomes a real live boy… or does he?
Written by award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer (Magic Beach, Are We There Yet?), with an original score by Bryony Marks (Barracuda, Summer Heights High), and directed by Tim McGarry (There’s a Sea in My Bedroom, Boy Swallows Universe), Pinocchio is a celebration of courage, love and the spark that makes us human.
PERFORMANCES
| Wed 15 Jul, 10:30am - Selling fast |
| Wed 15 Jul, 12pm - Selling fast (Accessible Performance) |
| Thu 16 Jul, 10:30am - Good availability |
| Thu 16 Jul, 12pm - Good availability |
| Fri 17 Jul, 10:30am - Good availability |
| Fri 17 Jul, 12pm - Best availability |
| Sat 18 Jul, 10:30am - Good availability |
| Sat 18 Jul, 12pm - Best availability |
| Sat 18 Jul, 2pm - Good availability |
| Sun 19 Jul, 10:30am - Selling fast |
| Sun 19 Jul, 12pm - Selling fast |
ACO On The Pier, The Neilson
9 - 19 July
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Accessible Performance at ACO On The Pier, The Neilson
15 July, 12pm
Relaxed and Auslan-Interpreted
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Riverside Live at PHIVE, Parramatta
22 – 24 July: Educational Bookings
25 July: General Public
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THE DETAILS
Venue: ACO On The Pier, The Neilson
Duration: 30-mins Showtime + 15-mins Q&A with the Musicians + free creative play activities in the foyers
Age Range: Recommended for children aged 3 – 8 and their families
Seating: General Admission with both carpet and seating available
Tickets: $42 per adult or child 2 years and over (babies-in-arms free on a parent’s lap)
ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCE
The performance on Wed 15 Jul, 12pm will be a Relaxed and Auslan Interpreted performance, presented with flexible seating, adjusted lighting and sound levels, a quiet space to chill out, and Auslan interpretation. All are welcome to attend this performance, which is specifically tailored to those for whom the traditional theatre experience may be inaccessible. Please select the appropriate ticket type at booking.
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“We love the children's concerts, they're an absolute delight to watch! Such high quality and amazing music from Australian composers.”
– ACO Families Attendee
