Writer Finegan Kruckemeyer
Original Music Bryony Marks
Director Tim McGarry
Production Design Melanie Liertz
Lighting Design Ryan McDonald
Vision Design Laura Turner
This stunning theatrical production comes alive with classical music performed live by ACO musicians.
Isabella was born with everything. Daughter of the grandest king, surrounded by the greatest wealth, held in the highest castle. Her life was big, bold and brash, but Isabella notices the small, beautiful things… from the way frogs hold their breath in the pond, to how sand feels between her toes at the beach. Her life is easy, but Isabella is not content, and dreams of escaping palace life.
One day, in the midst of a storm, when everyone is looking elsewhere, she finds her chance. With all the courage she can muster, she sets out to uncover the magic the world holds. Her amazing super senses guide her on a journey filled with daring feats and surprising friendships.
This stunning production is perfect for audiences of all ages who need a reminder that they can be brave, even if they feel scared of the unknown.
Written by award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer (Magic Beach, Are We There Yet?), with an original score by Bryony Marks (Barracuda, Summer Heights High), and directed by Tim McGarry (There’s a Sea in My Bedroom, Boy Swallows Universe), The Princess, The Pea (and The Brave Escapee) is an exciting new ACO Families production that will ignite your imagination and heart.
SPECIAL Q&A
There will be a Q&A with the cast and creatives following each performance.
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Cast & Credits
Education Bookings & Resources
EDUCATION PERFORMANCE DATES
Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 10:30am
Wednesday 30 April 2025 at 12pm
Thursday 1 May 2025 at 10:30am – Relaxed Performance
Thursday 1 May 2025 at 12pm
Friday 2 May 2025 at 10:30am
EDUCATION TICKETS & PRICING
$31 ea (Standard Price)
1 teacher free for every 20 students booked.
SUITABLE FOR YEARS K – 4 (Stages ES1- 2)
Curriculum Links and Resources
Download The Princess, the Pea (and the Brave Escapee) Curriculum Links
Online Education Bookings
1 teacher free for every 20 students booked.
To reserve your booking, select the ‘Education Bookings’ button and confirm the number of tickets, prices and contact details. Please note you will not be asked to pay for your booking at this stage.
You’ll receive a booking invoice of a 25% non-refundable deposit with a ‘payment due’ date. It is your responsibility to forward the tax invoice to your Financial Officer for payment by the due date.
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Accessibility
In English
Wheelchair accessible
Companion Card accepted
Assistive Hearing system available (FM)
RELAXED PERFORMANCE
Thursday 1 May 2025 at 10:30am
Relaxed performances (RP) are open to everyone, but with modifications to sound and lighting to be more suited to patrons with autism, individuals with other disabilities that create sensory sensitivities and anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment.
Find out more about accessibility at Riverside Theatres
ADDITIONAL TICKETING INFORMATION
$6.95 Transaction Fee applies.
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