The Owl’s Apprentice

Presented by Ipswich Civic Centre and Little Wing Puppets…

Owls aren’t born wise you know, they have to learn it from somewhere. A young owl named Poot Poot is sent to study at Owl School. On his journey he meets an Echidna, a Wombat, a Kookaburra, a Lyrebird, a Kangaroo and a Platypus who each share with him their own special kind of wisdom. But, will he pass the final test and become wise enough to save the forest?

The Owl’s Apprentice is an interactive show for families combining shadow puppetry and physical comedy.

Very enjoyable for young (5) and old (83)! – Pip, audience member at Upper Yarra Arts Centre

Optional Children’s Shadow Puppet Workshop
11.00 am – 12.00 pm
Spaces are strictly limited!
Please ensure you purchase a Child Show + Workshop ticket to secure a place.
Adult supervision required.

Join The Owl’s Apprentice puppeteer Jenny Ellis for an introduction to the artform of shadow puppetry. Students are led through the process of imaging and designing their own unique puppet characters and are guided through the steps of cutting and crafting their puppets. They’ll be shown performance techniques and have a chance to perform on the shadow screen. Children will leave with their own puppet and the skills to develop their own shows at home.