Nick Bland's beloved books come to life in a new Australian musical!

CDP Kids presents

The Very Hungry Cranky Bear

A musical by Tim McGarry and Gabbi Bolt
Adapted from the series by Nick Bland

In the Jingle Jangle Jungle, four friends are caught in a sudden storm.

Zebra, Moose and Lion have a plan. Sheep has concerns. And somewhere in a dark cave, one Very Cranky Bear just wants to sleep.

What follows is a funny, heartwarming musical adventure — featuring painted stripes, borrowed antlers, a gloriously oversized golden mane, and one small sheep with a very big idea…

Nick Bland's beloved picture book comes to life in a brand-new musical packed with catchy songs, big laughs and plenty of heart.

Adapted by Tim McGarry, with original music by Gabbi Bolt, The Very Cranky Bear is a roaringly funny musical adventure about empathy, friendship and the magic of truly listening to others.

📅 Live in Brisbane, 4–6 January 2027
📍 QUT Gardens Theatre

Recommended for: Ages 3+
Runtime: Approx 55 minutes (no interval)

Attending with Small Children

Children 18 months and under are admitted free, as long as they are on a parent/carer's lap. All children above this age will need a paid ticket to attend.

Limited booster seats are available at the venue (first-come, first-serve). You are welcome to bring your own booster seat if your child requires one.

Vacation Care/School Bookings

To make a group booking, please contact us via gardenstix@qut.edu.au

Tickets are $28 per person for groups 20+, one free teacher per 20 Students

Parking

Availability during busy periods and university semesters is limited. Several Pay Stations, which are card-only, are located in and near the car parks.

Pay-on-exit public car parks are available within a short walking distance of Gardens Theatre. A car park is located underground in the Science and Engineering Centre (P-block) and under the Riverside Expressway.

QUT Gardens Point is very well serviced by public transport. We suggest using the Translink Journey Planner to plan your visit

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