Teri Mortimer’s Petit Book Corner is one of our favorite early literacy resources online and on Instagram, so I couldn’t think of anyone better to review the new production of Possum Magic, based on the classic children’s book. Here’s what…
360 Allstars at the Sydney Opera House
Wheels, balls, rhythms, and bodies are all in perpetual rotation in the hip-hop riot that is 360 Allstars. At the Sydney Opera House through April 28, it is a joyful, high-energy hour celebrating street culture and sport. Musician Gene Peterson…
The Flying Orchestra by Clare McFadden: A Review
We were given this copy of The Flying Orchestra for review purposes by University of Queensland Press. Opinions our entirely ours. This post contains affiliate links. Winner of the 2011 CBCA Chriton Award, Clare McFadden’s The Flying Orchestra (University of…
April School Holidays – Sydney Arts Guide
Cover Image: 360 All Stars, appearing at the Sydney Opera House “How is it almost school holidays, already?” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard this from fellow parents, heading into this break. The year may be flying,…
Listening Ears On!: A Review of “All the Sounds” by Lucy Kalantari & The Jazz Cats
The Grammy Awards took place a few weeks ago. Now, I’m sure Kasey Musgrove and Childish Gambino are fine (kidding, I know they’re great), but here in Artsplorers world, there’s clearly only one category we really had our eyes on…
9 Great Children’s Books to Keep in the Birthday Present Drawer
This post contains affiliate links. There are so many social changes to adjust to when your children start school (even pre-school), and one or the whole family is having weekends suddenly overrun by school-friend birthday parties. This is amazing fun…
How to Tell Your Child a Story: Storytelling Made Easy!
When my daughter was about 3, she started asking me to tell her a “talking story.” She didn’t want a story out of a book, but rather for me to make up a story for her. There’s something rather magical…
Listening Ears On!: A Review of Scratch ‘N’ Sniff by The Sticker Club
I’ve always been a bit of an old soul in terms of musical taste, so the sweet 60’s inspired pop sound of The Sticker Club hits me right in my toe-tapping retro happy place. Oh, and the kids seem to…
Wolfgang’s Magical Musical Circus at the Sydney Opera House
Photos aren’t allowed in the theatre, but if they were, I would insert here a photo of Miss 5’s face during the better part of Wolfgang’s Magical Musical Circus. Let me show you in emojis – this one: š² ,…
The 91-Storey Treehouse at the Sydney Opera House
Just as we adults enjoy a good “beach read” over the holidays, summer break seem like the perfect time for kids to kick back in an air-conditioned theatre and lose themselves in some silly fun. The 91-Storey Treehouse is just…