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Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge
Presented by Australian Chamber Orchestra
Event Date 2023-06-13T00:30:00
Delightful production, based on the poignant picture book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas, weaves together captivating storytelling with mesmerising music in an immersive and theatrical performance.
Tuesday 13 June | 10.30AM | GPAC Main Theatre
Tuesday 13 June | 12.00PM | GPAC Main Theatre
There was once a small boy called Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and his house was next door to an old people’s home. He knew all the people who lived there, but his favourite person of all was Miss Nancy Alison Delacourt Cooper. When Wilfrid finds out that Nancy has lost her memory, he sets out to find out what a memory is...
This delightful production, based on the poignant picture book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas, adapted and directed by Sandra Eldridge, weaves together captivating storytelling with mesmerising music in an immersive theatrical performance. Featuring a new score by award-winning composer Paul Stanhope performed by a string quartet from the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge is the perfect introduction to live classical music, guaranteed to enchant audiences both young and old.
“Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge appeals to adults and children at several levels, emotional and intellectual. It teaches and entertains, drawing on themes of friendship and caring across generations.” Limelight Magazine, 2021
“Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge captures the imaginations of young audiences igniting what will hopefully become a lifelong appreciation of the performing arts.” Limelight Magazine, 2021
“This is not just a show for the children, this is a family excursion. So grab something warm, something from long ago, something to make you cry and laugh because the time spent with Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and the ACO will be as precious as gold.” Reviews by Judith, 2021
Credits:
Based on the book by Mem Fox & Julie Vivas
Script & Direction by Sandra Eldridge
Original Music by Paul Stanhope
Original Production Design by Kelsey Lee
Illustration by Julie Vivas
Additional Information
Duration: 45minutes (28 mins with 15 min post show interaction with musicians)
Age recommendation: 2-8 years old
COVID Refund Policy: Ticketholders can seek a refund up to 5 days prior to any performance date they are unable to attend due to COVID isolation.
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