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Night at the Library:
The Unwritten Story
is a magical, after-hours roving theatrical adventure where children don’t just watch the story, they SAVE it!
Created by Box Jelly Theatre Co., especially for Cairns Children’s Festival, and set inside the Cairns City Library after dark, this immersive experience transforms young audiences into heroes on a mission to restore the magic of stories. The journey begins when a frantic library security guard makes a chilling discovery, a book that is completely grey and blank! With the children’s help, they soon realise it’s not the only one - the stories of the library are disappearing.
Guided by curiosity and imagination, the audience explores hidden corners of the library, unlocks secret passages and ventures into spaces rarely seen by the public. Through hands-on moments, movement, and surprise encounters, children actively restore colour, characters, and storytelling to the space around them.
Night at the Library: The Unwritten Story celebrates the joy of stories, the wonder of books, and the library as a place of adventure, discovery, and belonging, inviting children to see reading not as a task, but as magic waiting to be awakened.
Cairns Library
When Sat 16 May
Show times 4.30pm - 8.15pm
Duration 30mins
RatingG - General
RED FLAGS
”Red Flags\” is a groundbreaking new theatre piece created by Box Jelly Theatre Co. in partnership with True Relationships, specifically designed for Years 7-9 students and their parents. This thought-provoking production tackles the critical issue of consent in the digital age, exploring the complexities of relationships, online safety, and the impact of social media on young people. Using the powerful voices of local police officers, social workers, guidance officers, parents, teenagers, and psychologists, \”Red Flags\” delves into real-life experiences and explores sensitive topics such as:
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The dangers of sharing intimate images online.
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Understanding and respecting boundaries.
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Healthy relationships vs. unhealthy relationships.
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The impact of social media on body image and self-esteem.
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Navigating consent in a digital world.
\”Red Flags\” is a vital tool for educators and parents in helping young people navigate the challenges of adolescence and build healthy relationships. This impactful and engaging performance will empower students to make informed choices, build resilience, and develop a deeper understanding of consent.
BULMBA JA June 18th, 19th and 20th
Bulmba Ja Theatre
When June 18th,19th,20th
Show times 1.30pm - 7.30pm
Duration 70mins
Rating - 12+
SHADOWS FROM THE PAST
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Where History Breathes and Legends Speak
Step into the twilight and walk the hallowed grounds of the Cairns Pioneer Cemetery for an evening of historical storytelling. Produced by Cairns Family History, Shadows from the Past celebrates over a decade of bringing the silent stones of our city to life.
Through meticulous historical research, we have unearthed the legacies of ten residents who shaped the foundations of Cairns. These aren't just names carved in marble; they are the pioneers, the rebels, and the visionaries of our tropical north.
An immersive theatre production that honours the spirit of those who came before us. As you wander through the cemetery, you will encounter:
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Biographocal scripts penned by the actors, grounded in rigorous research.
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Living History: actors portraying the "residents," sharing their triumphs, tragedies, and secrets in the very place they rest.
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A Journey of Respect: A guided walk that balances the theatrical with a deep sense of reverence for our shared heritage.
Cairns Pioneer Cemetery
When July 16th,17th,18th, 23rd, 24th, 25th
Show times 6.30pm - 8pm
Duration 60mins
Rating - G
R & R Productions present ONE HOUR WEDDING
Forget the presents! Your presence is the only thing required for the most high-stakes "I Do" at the festival. In One Hour Wedding, you the audience step into the role of assistant wedding planners as we attempt to pull off a full-scale ceremony in just sixty minutes.
Armed with a staggering resume of skills: ranging from singers and celebrants to florists, dance instructors, and event producers, your hosts Roz and Rachel have decided it’s far more entertaining to weaponise their expertise for the stage than to become "legit" planners.
From writing the vows on the fly to choreographing the first dance, these two theatrical powerhouses will lead you through a chaotic, hilarious, and heartwarming race to the altar.
The engaged couple have already made the most important decision of their lives by showing up; now, the rest of the choices are entirely in your hands!
The clock is ticking, the bouquet is ready to throw, and we’ve only got one hour to make the magic happen!
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Underbelly Bristo Square
The Fresian
When Aug 5th - 23rd
Show times 9.50pm
Duration 60mins