Jammed packed full of fun

Brighten up the school holidays with the beloved Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival as it returns for its tenth year with a program packed full of intimate performances, workshops and unique activities to bring children’s imaginations to life.

Running from Tuesday 2 to Friday 12 July across Stonnington with the Festival Hub at Chapel Off Chapel, Roola Boola Children’s Arts Festival features fantastic free and ticketed events happening daily.

The Festival Hub will feature Circus Trick Tease performing Children are Stinky, fresh from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival expect dare devil stunts, incredible acrobatics, lightning fast hula hoops and loads of laughs.

Set in the 1990’s, in-jokes and cleverly choreographed nostalgic mash-up hooks provide parents with a trip down memory lane, this show will capture adults and children alike.

Returning this year is one of the most recognised and trusted faces of Australian entertainment Justine Clarke presenting A Playdate with Justine Clarke, this best-selling children’s music artist, author and television presenter is much loved by the little tots.

A show not to be missed it will be full of stories, singalongs and surprises.

The Victorian State Ballet presents The Nutcracker, an enchanting and much loved Christmas tale to be enjoyed all year round! Join Clara as she ventures into her Nutcracker prince’s magical land. Delight in the famous sugar plum fairy pas de deux, breathtaking snow scenes, the colourful land of sweets and more.

This delightful classical ballet has enchanted children and grown-ups alike for generations.

For more information see www.roolaboola.com.au