Fantastic Mr Fox
8-11 July 2021
In 2021, Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox burrows into town to delight and dazzle audiences of all ages. Created by multi-award-winning theatre company shake & stir, Fantastic Mr Fox is “Jaw-droppingly brilliant.” Following a series of smash-hit, sold out seasons in Brisbane and Perth, Mr Fox and his family, friends and foes are getting set to once again leap off the page and all around the stage in this mind-blowing mix of stunning digital animation and explosive live stage action. Part interactive cartoon, part stage show, Fantastic Mr Fox is pure entertainment. No one outfoxes a Fox, especially not the horrible and greedy farmers Boggis, Bunce and Bean – one fat, one short, one lean. But when they try, Mr Fox needs to save his family and friends and he’ll go to any lengths to outwit the mean humans. Packed with Dahlicious mischief, hilarious mayhem and humongous belly laughs, Fantastic Mr Fox is one TAIL you don't want to miss. You’ve read the book and seen the movie – now chase your tail all the way to the theatre and experience this family classic from the wacky mind of the world’s No. 1 Storyteller live on stage.“A masterpiece” The Courier-Mail
“Jaw-droppingly brilliant” Stage Whispers
“If you had to give it marks out of 10 – this one’s an 11.” The Courier-Mail
“Make sure you grab the kids and see it.” The Courier-Mail
“A masterpiece of combining live performance with animation.” The Courier-Mail
Visit roalddahl.com for up-to-date news and information from the world of Roald Dahl.Show details:
Synopsis
8-11 July 2021
In 2021, Roald Dahl’s Fantastic Mr Fox burrows into town to delight and dazzle audiences of all ages. Created by multi-award-winning theatre company shake & stir, Fantastic Mr Fox is “Jaw-droppingly brilliant.”
Following a series of smash-hit, sold out seasons in Brisbane and Perth, Mr Fox and his family, friends and foes are getting set to once again leap off the page and all around the stage in this mind-blowing mix of stunning digital animation and explosive live stage action. Part interactive cartoon, part stage show, Fantastic Mr Fox is pure entertainment.
No one outfoxes a Fox, especially not the horrible and greedy farmers Boggis, Bunce and Bean – one fat, one short, one lean. But when they try, Mr Fox needs to save his family and friends and he’ll go to any lengths to outwit the mean humans.
Packed with Dahlicious mischief, hilarious mayhem and humongous belly laughs, Fantastic Mr Fox is one TAIL you don’t want to miss.
You’ve read the book and seen the movie – now chase your tail all the way to the theatre and experience this family classic from the wacky mind of the world’s No. 1 Storyteller live on stage.
“A masterpiece” The Courier-Mail
“Jaw-droppingly brilliant” Stage Whispers
“If you had to give it marks out of 10 – this one’s an 11.” The Courier-Mail
“Make sure you grab the kids and see it.” The Courier-Mail
“A masterpiece of combining live performance with animation.” The Courier-Mail
Visit roalddahl.com for up-to-date news and information from the world of Roald Dahl.
Dates & Times
Thursday 8 July 2021, 10am
Thursday 8 July 2021, 12:30pm
Thursday 8 July 2021, 6:30pm
Friday 9 July 2021, 10am
Friday 9 July 2021, 12:30pm
Friday 9 July 2021, 6:30pm
Saturday 10 July 2021, 10am
Saturday 10 July 2021, 12:30pm
Saturday 10 July 2021, 3pm
Sunday 11 July 2021, 10am
Sunday 11 July 2021, 12:30pm
Sunday 11 July 2021, 3pm
Credits
Adaptor: Nick Skubij
Director: Ross Balbuziente
Designer: Josh McIntosh
Sound Designer: Guy Webster
Lighting Designer: Jason Glenwright
Video Designer: Craig Wilkinson
Illustrator: Jon Weber
Additional Information
Seating
At Canberra Theatre Centre, safety is our priority. We operate in accordance with our COVID Safety Plan.
Our theatre will be operating at 100% capacity and our regular seating configuration is in place in the auditorium. You will be sitting next to other patrons in the theatre.
Please remain in your allocated seat during the performance.
Please move through the foyers and open spaces with physical distancing considerations in mind.
Details
PRESENTED BY:
Canberra Theatre Centre and shake & stir theatre co
CATEGORY:
Theatre
DURATION:
Approximately 75 minutes, no interval.
WARNING:
This performance contains loud noises, fog/haze and strobe lighting.
SUIT CHILDREN?:
This performance is suitable for children.
VENUE:
The Playhouse
SEATING PLAN
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Additional Information:
Concession prices not available for all shows. Where Concession prices are listed, proof of eligibility for Concession must be presented to Canberra Ticketing staff upon collection of tickets or full price may be charged. Eligible Concession may include Pensioner, Full Time Student, Seniors, Unemployed, Under 27 or Child (15 years and under) and are at the discretion of the show. Not all types of Concessions may apply for the show you have selected.
NEED TO KNOW
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