Be transported to a soft and cosy woodland, right out of a picture book, where each new season is full of natural wonders waiting to be discovered by young, inquisitive minds. Enjoy an engaging and interactive story by the campfire before embarking on your own sensory exploration of the woods. Tailor made for audiences aged 0-3 and filled with performance, puppetry and play ‘What’s In The Woods?’ is a gentle welcome to the world of theatre.

🐞 Join us for a What's In The Woods? Saturday Special – The Little Bug Ball! This one-off, bug-themed adventure will be crawling with fun as we lift the logs and explore the woods in a whole new way. Expect wiggly surprises, fluttery fun, and maybe even a little bit of buzzing mischief! Dress up as your favourite bug, beetle, or butterfly and get ready to wriggle, giggle, and play.

Audience Feedback:

"Such an amazing show! I took my 8m old twice as he was captivated by the story telling and loved playing with the props after. Super interactive and a developmentally appropriate show that changes/grows based on your child’s age. Can’t wait for next time 🙌🏻" - Fringe Feed

“Fantastic. Such a safe and welcoming space.” - Audience Review

"Really beautiful story telling for small children. My toddler was engaged and loved the exploratory play in the second half of the show" - Fringe Feed

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

RUN TIME: Approximately 45 minutes, 20 minutes of performance and 25 minutes of play in the space.

The What's In The Woods? sessions are split into 3 age groups, 0-1 years, 1-2 years and 2-3 years. There will be four different sessions for each age group.

This event is for our 1-2 year age group.

Click here to be redirected to our 2-3 year age group sessions.

Click here to be redirected to our 0-1 year age group sessions.

SPRING: Thursday 15th May, BACKBONE, 11:00am - 11:45am

SUMMER: Thursday 22nd May, BACKBONE, 11:00am - 11:45am

AUTUMN: Thursday 29th May, BACKBONE, 11:00am - 11:45am

LITTLE BUG SPECIAL: Saturday 31st May, BACKBONE, 11:00am - 11:45am

WINTER: Thursday 5th June, BACKBONE, 11:00am - 11:45am

All sessions will take place at BACKBONE in THE WORKSHOP at the Seven Hills Hub (28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills 4170).

AGES & WARNINGS: What’s In The Woods? Is a gentle theatrical experience created for very young audiences aged 0-3, while older siblings are welcome, please be aware that this is a space for infants and toddlers to safely enjoy.

ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair accessible, Baby Changing Facilities provided onsite and in space. Pram parking available. Carer resources available. Breakout space available.

What's in the Woods? has been developed as part of the new Backbone Theatre for Babies program, developed with company-in-residence Brymore Productions.

Backbone Theatre for Babies has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, it’s arts funding and advisory body.

Backbone is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

Backbone Youth Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.