Adapted from the book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas

Set in the old people’s home next door to where Wilfrid lives, this fun and heart-warming story follows his affectionate bond with his favourite old person, the 96-year-old Miss Nancy.

A unique and interactive performance, this adaptation takes the opportunity to recruit local seniors and grandparents to become part of the cast, creating a show that children will cherish by featuring their own family members on stage. Wilfrid and Miss Nancy, both beautifully hand-crafted life-size puppets, come to life through the magical touch of our expert puppeteers, winning the hearts of young and old.

Exploring the power of objects as vessels of memory and memories as the threads that connect us to each other, this story is a true celebration of intergenerational friendship that will bring laughter, inspire joy and leave ripples of connectedness in the audience long after the performance.

TAKE A SEAT

WILFRID GORDON MCDONALD PARTRIDGE PRE-SHOW ACTIVITY

Inviting all seniors, grandparents and older folk to Take a Seat.

Join us for 45 minutes before the performance of Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge to meet the cast, crew (and puppets), and participate in a fun, light-hearted group activity. Afterwards, five lucky people will be given the opportunity to participate in the performance, joining the cast on stage and becoming the fellow residents at the home next to where Wilfrid lives. You don’t need to be an actor to get involved – come as you are!

Sign up for Take a Seat using the registration form when booking your tickets for Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge.