Diary of a Wombat brings to life the story of Mothball, the naughtiest wombat in Australia, proudly presented by award-winning theatre company for young people, Monkey Baa Theatre Company.
Based on the multi-award winning picture book by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley and adored by millions of young people around the world, this iconic work has finally been adapted for the stage.
Diary of a Wombat follows Mothball, who, bored with her daily routine, goes in search of shelter and food, creating chaos in the lives of the humans around her.
Doormats, bins and washing lines are no match for this mischievous marsupial.
Between a packed schedule of scratching, sleeping and eating, Mothball discovers that with a bit of persistence humans are quite easily trained!
This landmark Australian production will feature stunning puppetry, a live cello score and a brilliant set design in Monkey Baa’s signature style.
Monkey Baa Director, Eva Di Cesare and a team of revered artists including Puppetry and Movement Director Alice Osborne (War Horse), Designer Imogen Ross and accomplished composer/cellist, Oonagh Sherrard, use the magic of
puppetry and live music to bring this delightful story for ages 3+ to the stage.
“Diary of a Wombat is such an enduring childhood classic and audiences are going to fall in love with Mothball all over again when she burrows her way onto our stage,” Di Cesare said.
Diary of a Wombat comes to life on stage as part of GPAC’s 2017 Love Central Geelong Family Magic Program, for two performances only, on Saturday 12 August. Tickets are $22 each or $20 each in groups of four or more. Book at
gpac.org.au or phone the box office on 5225 1200.
