The 101 on AWESOME Festival
The September school holidays are fast approaching and with it comes the 2026 AWESOME Festival. Running from 29th September – 3rd October, this five day
Nadia Haniff
September 2, 2026
Family Features
Review: Rules of Summer by Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
Rules of Summer is based on the picture book of the same name by Shaun Tan. The book is a compendium of life rules that
Nadia Haniff
July 7, 2026
Review: Stellarphant
There’s a consistent level of quality that comes with a Barking Gecko Arts production, and Stellarphant is no exception. In fact, it stands out as
Zara Avila
April 16, 2026
Review: GOAT
I’m a big fan of Sony Pictures Animation, in particular, their forte of creating visually spectacular movies which effortlessly capture a realistic, urban vibe regardless
Nadia Haniff
March 15, 2026
Review: Smurfs
The Smurfs were a regular part of my Saturday morning cartoon diet. I loved them so much that I wouldn’t be surprised if my dad
Nadia Haniff
July 8, 2025
2025 Fringe Review: Outrageous III
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Want to hear something Outrageous? I have NEVER been to a show by Kinetica. Yes, I know, we should probably revoke my Fringe reviewer
Nadia Haniff
February 9, 2025
2025 Fringe Review – Spyhard
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The night I attended Spyhard, it was a full house – which is always a promising sign. From the very first moments, the audience
Sarah Schmitt
February 3, 2025
2025 Fringe Review: Josh Staley: Wacky Wizardy Goes Wrong
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and a half. Wacky Wizardry brings all the laughs and more! My kids LOVED this show. It was the first show they’ve attended at
Carmen Allan-Petale
February 1, 2025
The Change Maker Tent
Kids’ Voices Matter! You have big ideas, kind hearts and strong voices. When you speak up about what’s fair, what’s kind, or what needs fixing,
Play in Process
Step into a magical world where art, nature, and imagination come together. Mud Buddies: Play in Process is an immersive sensory play experience that invites
2025 Fringe Review: Kids Can Heckle
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Being a stand-up comedian is challenging at the best of times but performing stand-up for kids takes things to a whole new level. As
January 19, 2025
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2025 Fringe Review: Bubba-Licious
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A show catered specifically for babies? That’s got to be one in a Milly-on at Fringe! Bubba-licious, created by Kat Grey and her husband
January 19, 2025
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2025 Fringe Review: Bubble Show in Space
⭐️⭐️⭐️ A POPular start to Fringe! Bubble Show in Space is a light, family-friendly experience where bubbles take centre stage with a mix of magic
January 18, 2025
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The Post Christmas Crash: How to Survive The Rest of These School Holidays
I know you’re probably still basking in the post-Christmas glow. Your tummies (and fridge) are full of Christmas food, the kids are busying themselves with
December 23, 2024
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Book Review: HOUSE
Barking Gecko Theatre and Fremantle Press have teamed up to release a new picture book alongside the return of their popular play, HOUSE, and it’s
September 20, 2024
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School’s Out: Your September Holiday Guide!
Excuse me, but where on Earth has the year gone? How is it the end of Term 3 already?? While we are grateful that the
September 18, 2024
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Review: Lady Macbeth Played Wing Defence
Lady Macbeth Played Wing Defence by WA’s CRASH Theatre Company returns after selling out at FRINGE festivals across the country, now with a rewrite tailored
September 12, 2024
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Family Fun in September
Are we the only ones who are over the cold weather?? We’re hoping that September brings with it plenty of sunshine as Spring warms up
August 21, 2024
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Family Fun in August 2024
It’s the final month of winter! As we brace ourselves for more wet and wild weather, we’re inclined to just stay indoors and stay nice
July 24, 2024
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