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A children's entertainer in green overalls and floral t-shirt surrounded by illustrated cut-out animals, all brightly coloured.
8 – 12 Jul

Once Upon a Rhyme

  • Family and kids
  • Theatre

Come along for a magical, musical romp through the world of fairy tales and nursery rhymes at the Melbourne Magic Festival.

Em the Storyteller has an enchanted letterbox and is waiting for a very special parcel to arrive. But what other mail will appear? What stories will you hear? Will anything disappear?

With favourite nursery rhymes and fairy tales, original songs you can't forget, and a healthy dose of magical surprises, it's the perfect hour of fun for kids aged 10 and under (and their adults too).

This multi-award-winning show is fantastic school holiday fun.

Hours

Date Times
Tue 8 Jul
  • 10.45am - 11.45am 10:45am - 11:45am
Wed 9 Jul
  • 10.45am - 11.45am 10:45am - 11:45am
Thu 10 Jul
  • 10.45am - 11.45am 10:45am - 11:45am
Fri 11 Jul
  • 10.45am - 11.45am 10:45am - 11:45am
Sat 12 Jul
  • 10.45am - 11.45am 10:45am - 11:45am

Location

Slydini Showroom
Arrow On Swanston
488 Swanston St
Carlton 3053

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Price and bookings

From $17 to $84

Adult / general $26
Senior $23
Student / concession $23
Children $23

Free for children under 3

Book online for Once Upon a Rhyme

Contact details

  • email address: hello@emchandler.com.au
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