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Hometown

Inspired by a story by Shaun Tan

  • 6 - 25 January 2025
  • 10am & 1pm
  • 50 mins + 10 min Q&A
  • Perfect for ages 5+
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Enter a world of extraordinary creatures and awe-inspiring landscapes with Hometown, a new puppet musical inspired by a story by Shaun Tan.

Embark on an epic journey through the eyes of a young girl as she faces a life-altering decision: stay with the family who has lovingly raised her, or venture into the unknown to discover a new world and a family she’s yet to meet.

Brought to life by an award-winning creative team in a masterful collaboration with one of Australia’s most successful graphic novelists, Hometown weaves a visually stunning tale about connection, belonging, and the power of love to conquer fear and break down prejudices.

Dates

Monday 6 January to  Saturday 25 January
10am & 1pm daily
No performances Sundays.

Relaxed Show: Monday 13 January: 10am

What is a relaxed performance?

Auslan Interpreted Show: Friday 10 January: 1pm

Pulling the Strings: An Insight into Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s Technical Department: Saturday 11 January: 12pm

Venue

Ellie Eaton Theatre, Gate 1, Claremont Showground, Claremont WA 6010

Onsite parking will be available for the duration of the Hometown season.

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Online ticket sales close 1 hour before showtime! Call our box office on 9335 5044 to see if tickets are available at the door.
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ACCESS & INCLUSION

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is committed to making our performances welcoming and accessible to all who wish to attend. If you have specific access requirements, please contact us on (08) 9335 5044 or admin@sppt.com.au to discuss how we can facilitate you attending.

REVIEWS

“At this time of year, the emotional pull of home is strong – either you have been back in the bosom of family, or you have pondered why you were so far away. Hometown celebrates that innate sense of belonging…” – Artshub 

“It is a challenging, inventive and thoughtful journey into identity and belonging, and is one of the most beautiful and engaging shows I’ve seen at Spare Parts for a long time.” – POST Newspapers

“A thoughtful piece of family theatre that should inspire lots of conversation – a great holiday treat that will appeal to a broad age range – and may especially resonate with teens.” –  Stage Whispers 

“It was brilliant – so magical – so brilliantly performed – and such a treat!” – Audience Member

Credits

Adapting Writers:
Amberly Cull & Nick Pages Oliver

Director:
Philip Mitchell

Composer:
Melanie Robinson

Designer:
Leon Hendroff

Sound Designer:
Lee Buddle

Musicians:
Iain Grandage
Karl Florisson

Lighting Designer:
Megan Fitzgerald

Performers:
Bec Bradley
Nick Pages-Oliver
Amberly Cull

SUPPORTERS
Hometown is supported by Creative Australia through Plus1, and by the Malcolm Robertson Foundation.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre respectfully acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people as the traditional owners and custodians of the unceded land on which we work. As we tour our work across these vast lands, we pay our respect to all First Nations elders, past and present. We celebrate their continuing connection and contribution to culture, country and community, and thank all First Nations peoples for their wisdom in caring for the land, the sky, the rivers and the sea.

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