Children and families can get lost in their imagination in a stage adaptation of Alison Lester’s beloved book ‘Imagine.’
The show tells the story of a granddaughter and grandmother who are communicating with each other over long distance through video calls.
They have nostalgic conversations about ‘Imagine’ and interact with the book creatively.
Writer, director and designer of the show Jolyon James said he’s always felt a strong connection to the book, which he would read to his two young boys regularly.
“It was just this beautiful freedom to play … Sometimes we’d open the book and just stay on the page for one hour because it allows you to do that,” James said.
“I approached [Lester] because the themes in it are just still so relevant and it deals with the environment and our place in it and our need to take care of it but it’s also about how important play and creativity is for everyone.
“I’m certainly coming from a perspective that play and imagination and the ability to problem-solve builds really smart, resilient kids.”
The show incorporates puppetry, technology and is underscored by live, original music composed and performed by Nate Gilkes.
“It’s a pretty complex work underpinning it all but on its surface it’s joyful, hilarious, playful and creative,” James said.
Imagine, Live will be showing at the Bowery Theatre on Saturday, September 20 at 11am and 2pm.
Ticket prices range from $12 to $18 with a family ticket option for $35.
Details: creativebrimbank.com.au
