You all know the story of the "Three Little Pigs", right?

And who hasn't heard the tale of "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"?

And we all grew up with "Goldilocks & the Three Bears".

But what would happen if they were fractured?

All 3 of the traditional fairytales are acted out on stage using audience participation, puppetry, song, dance & pantomime. Then all three of the stories are "fractured". What if the wolf was the victim of the three little pigs stealing his land to build on? What if the troll's bridge toll was ignored by the three Billy Goats Gruff? Could there be the story of the Three Goldilocks whose house was taken over by a bear?

The characters all perform their own song & dance numbers. With full performer question time at the end of the show.

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• The show is a fully staged musical.
• It is 55 minutes long with a cast of 2 - 1 male & 1 female.

It includes:  

• a low portable stage – 30 cm high, 4 meters wide, 2 meters deep;
• full sound system with state-of-the-art "Soundcraft Spirit" sound desk, "Shure" radio headset wireless microphones, "Bose" speakers, etc, appropriate for audiences of unlimited numbers (recommended maximum of around 400 students per session);
• stage lighting;
• free standing back drop curtain;
• audience area marked out by the performers;
• 7 song & dance numbers in various music styles;
• a “Spinning Competition Wheel” where the students spin to decide which show to do first;
• plenty of audience participation with the audience clapping, clicking & dancing along to the songs;
• Various forms of puppetry;
• Many different costume characters;
• Full debrief & question time with the performers after the show.

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THE 2011 / 2012 CAST

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TESTIMONIALS FOR THE SHOW

"A highly entertaining and informative show leaving the children spellbound. The music, costuming, creative sets and ingenious script added a new dimension to Traditional Fairytales. ‘Fractured Fairytales’ encouraged the children to step away from the norms of storytelling by questioning the characters’ perspectives and plots told in the original stories. This interactive performance gave the children the opportunity to become part of the show. They loved stepping on stage and being involved. The children sat with their eyes glued to the actors from the minute they stepped through the door… Laughter and anticipation filling the room from beginning to end. The questioning session at the conclusion of the show allowed the children to broaden their knowledge of backstage preparation, costume production, and characterisation. The actor’s informative answers to the children’s questions left them wanting to find out more! Thank you for a wonderful performance. ‘Fractures Fairytales’ linked beautifully into our inquiry topic of ‘Stories can be told in many different ways’. The children learnt how to use elements of the stories they know to recreate new ones. Even the most reluctant writers in the class couldn’t wait to get back to the classroom to write their own!" Charmaine Saraci, Year 3 Classroom Teacher, Overnewton Anglican Community College Junior School

"Sensational!" Philippa Piper, Year 3 teacher, Overnewton Anglican Community College Junior School

"The mix of both traditional fairytales, where students had a point of reference, and then the fractured fairytale, was excellent.The fractured fairytale challenged their thinking and was cleverly written and weaved together. Involving students was fabulous. Thank you for taking the time to take questions at the end. I love your philosophy of ‘sharing the secrets’, which I think creates a memorable moment for students. A wonderfully entertaining and well put together production. Thank you." Sharyn Gubbels, Year 3 teacher, Overnewton Anglican Community College Junior School

"Thanks Tony. The kids really enjoyed the show - they loved the puppets and the show kept up a good pace that kept the children interested." St Joseph's School, Numerkah, VIC

"The best thing I've seen in a long time!... The puppets were amazing, really brilliant!... Brilliant voices!" Scotch College, Hawthorn, VIC

"Very fast moving, lots of good costumes and props. easy for children to relate to, good control over audience.... Energetic, fun and easy to follow... Reminded me of "Shrek" in that there was dialogue pitched to all levels - well done. The younger students loved the traditional stories with variety of puppets, and the older students appreciated the "fractured" concept... I really enjoyed the whole programme and the interaction with the presenters and audience. The fairytales and methods of presentation were very effective. Very good production... Thought it was great. Covered fairytales in a fun and enthusiastic way and really engaged the children." Birchip P-12 School, Birchip, VIC

"Great! Kids were really engaged. Our children were fascinated to see how the puppets work. Thank you!" Patterson Lakes PS, Patterson Lakes, VIC

"Absolutely Brilliant! Please, please come again. Great Inspiration for follow up activities." East Launceston PS, East Launceston, TAS

"Production was fast paced and interactive which kept the children interested - the children enjoyed it. They also enjoyed seeing behind the scenes... Children enjoyed the performance. Was kept simple enough for Prep/Grade 1 and children were involved. Thanks for a great performance... The children loved knowing the behind the scenes aspect, your harmonies and parts in the music sounded good... Thank you for a great performance. It has inspired the children to make their own puppets". St  Therese's PS, Kensington, VIC

"Wonderful show. The puppetry was particularly appropriate. All students K-4 were engaged throughout the whole show. The ‘fractured’ story was best suited to our Year 3 & 4 students although all of the children enjoyed this part of the show as well. Kindergarten had been studying Fairytales so they and the Kinder staff were very pleased with it all." St Philips Christian College, Port Stephens, NSW

"Interaction with students was great. Really like how you explained what you were doing and how it works. Puppets beautiful. Loved "Wolf" costume and song. Awareness of children and skills to manage was clear and appreciated. Great. Thanks." Windermere PS, Claremont, TAS

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