Sydney Festival presents
Nobody does it quite like String Theatre. Based in London, company founders Stan Middleton and Soledad Zárate specialise in live performance using traditional long-string, hand-carved marionettes on a custom-built stage. Humans pull the strings but insects rule the ring in their family-friendly delight, The Insect Circus.
With the puppeteers working from a bridge above the stage out of view of the audience and no human presence in the show, the small space is transformed into one with its own sense of scale and depth.
The effect is perfect for a playful immersion into the strange and beautiful world of beetles and grasshoppers, wasps and dragonflies, who demonstrate their dexterity with great skill and humour. Performed to a commissioned score and ideal for audiences aged two and up, the award-winning The Insect Circus enlivens a centuries-old artform, whilst giving a well-deserved platform to some remarkably talented bugs, of course.
Please note: If any performances are marked 'sold out' on our website, tickets may still be available direct from Sydney Festival. Please check their website for availability.
We are a registered COVID-Safe business with measures in place to make your next Seymour visit safe and enjoyable. Find out more about our safety measures.
Reginald Theatre
| Tue 17 Jan | 2pm |
|---|---|
| Wed 18 Jan | 11am, 3:30pm |
| Thu 19 Jan | 11am, 3:30pm |
| Fri 20 Jan | 11:30am, 4pm |
| Sat 21 Jan | 10am (Relaxed performance), 1:30pm, 3:30pm |
| Sun 22 Jan | 10:45am, 2:30pm |
35 minutes (no interval).
| Adult | $25 |
|---|---|
| Child (16 & Under) | $15 |
| Family 4+ | $15 |
$6 transaction fee applies.
Recommended for ages 2+.
The only authorised ticket sellers for this event are Sydney Festival and Seymour Centre. If you purchase from an unauthorised seller, you risk that your tickets may be fake or invalid.
Reginald Theatre
| Tue 17 Jan | 2pm |
|---|---|
| Wed 18 Jan | 11am, 3:30pm |
| Thu 19 Jan | 11am, 3:30pm |
| Fri 20 Jan | 11:30am, 4pm |
| Sat 21 Jan | 10am (Relaxed performance), 1:30pm, 3:30pm |
| Sun 22 Jan | 10:45am, 2:30pm |
35 minutes (no interval).
| Adult | $25 |
|---|---|
| Child (16 & Under) | $15 |
| Family 4+ | $15 |
$6 transaction fee applies.
Recommended for ages 2+.
The only authorised ticket sellers for this event are Sydney Festival and Seymour Centre. If you purchase from an unauthorised seller, you risk that your tickets may be fake or invalid.
We are a registered COVID-Safe business with measures in place to make your next Seymour visit safe and enjoyable. Find out more about our safety measures.
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