Pinocchio
Welcome to the fantastical world of Carlo Collodi’s Pinocchio!
by Make A Scene
Theatrical Performance touring as part of the 2027 Creative Learning Program
VCE Playlisted for 2027
The Arts – Drama and Music | Languages – Italian | Critical and Creative Thinking | Personal and Social Capability | Ethical Capability | Intercultural Capability | VCE Drama & Theatre Studies
Pinocchio is an epic theatrical adventure, an accessible reimagining of Collodi’s classic tale vividly brought to life through masks, puppetry, physical theatre, music and Commedia dell’Arte. Performed by one highly skilled actor, multiple characters come to life with dynamic transformations inviting playful audience interaction and participation.
A tactile, custom-built wooden set offers a refreshing antidote to our digital overload, immersing students in a magical, analogue world right in their classroom! Original musical compositions, puppetry and movement enrich the experience, creating opportunities to explore curriculum links with Drama, Italian, Music and Dance.
With humour, pathos and plenty of unexpected twists, Pinocchio explores universal themes of resilience, identity and making the right choices while navigating a challenging world. From Prep to VCE Drama and Theatre Studies, this 50 minutes show provides the full theatrical experience for students with high production values in design and performance. Pinocchio offers rich opportunities for discussion, solo performance analysis and creative response while exploring easily accessible Italian culture and language, music and movement, and Ethical, Personal/Social Capabilities.
*Image by Lisa Businovski
“Delightfully blends direct-to-audience narration with handheld puppets, masked characters and physical comedy.” – Herald Sun
“Fantastico e meraviglioso! All the children and parents were hooked. Please keep doing what you’re doing so that many more children enjoy your shows and appreciate the craft of Commedia.” – Holy Spirit Primary School
The Offering: Performance runs 60mins including Q&A
90 minute bump in and 45 minute bump out
140 students, with additional students at $7.50 per head (max 200)
Travel included
Tour Window: 10-15 May 2027
Other details
Show Details:
Performance runs 60mins including Q&A
90 minute bump in and 45 minute bump out
140 students, with additional students at $7.50 per head (max 200)
Travel included
Tour Window: 10-15 May 2027
Subsidy available for Government Primary Schools.
Venue requirements:
Minimum performance/stage space: 4m x 4m. Flexible to type of space
For primary school performances, younger children (Preps and Grade 1s) should sit alongside older students/buddies.
Vehicle access close to the performance space
Audience participation
Amplified sound design (original sound compositions here: https://www.makeascene.com.au/live-shows/pinoccho/)
Masks and puppets
Teacher Resources will be made available in Term 1 2027.
About This Event
Presented by:Make A Scene
Art Form:Children's Theatre
Circus / Physical Theatre
Comedy
Family friendly
Theatre
Drama
Booking Details: Performance runs 60mins including Q&A
Minimum Fee: Schools Booking Fee: $1400 + gst | Community Presenter Fee & PAC Fee: $3000 + gst
Additional Information
Max Students in Class: Performance: Up to 140, with additional students at $7.50 per head (max 200)
Suitable for which years: Prep, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12,Terms Available: Term 2,
Curriculum links:
The Arts – Drama/Music, Italian and VCE Drama & Theatre Studies
Capabilities: Critical and Creative Thinking, Personal and Social Capability, Ethical Capability and Intercultural Capability,