Show Information

Possum Music develops a new touring show annually. Kathy Possum tours each new show extensively to fine tune the content and delivery. Shows are then made available to other Possum Music performers.

Shows Touring in 2012

Kathy Possum will deliver her final shows of Exploring Australia in the ACT (late March and early April), before commencing a tour of her new show The Magic Bush Circle from late April through to December.

Ricky Possum will deliver Exploring Australia in Perth from late March.

The Magic Bush Circle

The Magic Bush Circle is still under development and is due to commence touring on 23 April 2012.

The show is aligned with the Australian Government's Early Years Learning Framework key themes of belonging, being and becoming.

The Magic Bush Circle is a mythical place in Australia where the native bush animals live in harmony and where their dreams come true.

The main character, Annie Emu, is a magnificient, custom, life sized puppet, who dreams of flying. One day the 'magic' of the circle is broken when an unwanted intruder (an introduced fox) arrives and 'steals' their dreams.

During the show children observe Annie as she develops her sense of self through recognising her limitations and learning to appreciate her abilities. Children also learn by working together, that even the most seemingly impossible obstacles may be overcome and through persistance and effort dreams really do come true.

As always, The Magic Bush Circle features professional puppets, original commercial quality music and loads of opportunities for interactive fun.

Fees

• $8 (Inc GST) per child (subject to a minimum fee of $160 for less than 20 children).
• Invoices are issued on the day based on actual attendance.

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Exploring Australia

Developed by multi award winning children's songwriter and entertainer, Kathy Possum, Exploring Australia is Possum Music's second touring show.

Exploring Australia is a unique and interactive musical show where our dynamic performers lead children on an imaginary, fun-filled bush adventure. Children help find and follow clues about Australia and its wildlife as they search for a 'mystery animal'.

Exploring Australia is a stand-out incursion featuring impressive production including: bush scene stage setting, professional sound system, lights, bubble machine, custom animatronics and professional puppets.

Original songs, quirky instruments, interactive resources and a brand new cast of furry friends will excite and delight children as they:

• Play I spy with an eight eyed spider
• Hop around the 'bush' donning kangaroo ears
• Watch a life-size wombat magically wobble out of its burrow
• Interact with the stars of the show - our wonderful puppets

The fun doesn't stop there! Post-show resources provide the opportunity to maximise learning outcomes through fun educational activities.

The Exploring Australia show is perfect for early learners & lower primary school children, aged 2-8 years.

Children under 2 years also enjoy the music and puppets.

Outcomes

Music

• To explore and respond to music, including the utilization of props for participants.
• To explore music through movement and role-play.

HSIE/SOSE

• To expose children to an array of Australian native animals.
• To raise awareness about particular Australian native animals and their habitat through the use of professional puppets.
• To identify a range of Australian native animals based on a series of clues.
• To expose children to Aussie Lingo (Australian slang)"

Fees

• $8 (Inc GST) per child (subject to a minimum fee of $100 for less than 13 children).
• Discount available for large groups (more than 100 children).
• Invoices are issued on the day based on actual attendance.

Session Times

• Shows run for approximately 55 minutes
• Standard session times are 9:30am and 2:00pm
• Alternative session times subject to availability.

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Walkabout Australia

Kathy Possum toured Walkabout Australia nationally in 2010 for 89 clients and in excess of 3500 children.

Walkabout Australia will be revised and performed by other Possum Music performers in 2013.

The show takes children on an imaginary journey which started in their local area and visited iconic areas of Australia including - Uluru, Ningaloo/Great Barrier Reef, Lark Quarry (dinosaur stampede) and Queensland's rainforests.

Outcomes

Music

• To explore and respond to music, including the utilization of props for participants.
• To introduce and explore beat and heighten musical understanding, through the use of lagerphones and percussion instruments.
• To demonstrate and expose children to a traditional Aboriginal musical instrument.
• To explore music through movement and role-play.

HSIE/SOSE

• To expose children to an array of Australian native animals.
• To raise awareness about particular Australian native animals and their habitat through the use of professional puppets.
• To identify a range of Australian native animals based on a series of clues.
• To expose children to Aussie Lingo (Australian slang)"

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