Kids

JUNKLANDIA

From JUNK to FUNK! Ordinary recycled materials are transformed into extraordinary instruments!

  • Dates 01 - 03 Oct
  • Time 11:30am (70 minutes)
  • Venues Circus Oz
$25.00
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Two people dressed as chefs strike playful poses with cooking utensils. The background features green recycling symbols, suggesting a theme related to eco-friendly or sustainable cooking. Their expressions and attire add a whimsical and energetic vibe to the scene.
Two performers are dressed in space costumes of white and reflective silver long waistcoats. One is playing two drums with LED drumsticks whilst the other is holding LED juggling clubs. Behind them is a spaceship made of CD's and there are recylcing signs all around them.
The two main characters are in 'junk' attire - tank tops and shorts covered in junk and stripy socks and black boots. They are holding poles with caution tape attached to the end and a drumstick with a cut up colouful plastic bottle attached. They are looking around a bit scared. There is a laurel that says NOMINEE 2023 Melbourne Fringe Festival Awards.

Image Credit: Max Roux

Two people dressed as chefs strike playful poses with cooking utensils. The background features green recycling symbols, suggesting a theme related to eco-friendly or sustainable cooking. Their expressions and attire add a whimsical and energetic vibe to the scene.
Two performers are dressed in space costumes of white and reflective silver long waistcoats. One is playing two drums with LED drumsticks whilst the other is holding LED juggling clubs. Behind them is a spaceship made of CD's and there are recylcing signs all around them.
The two main characters are in 'junk' attire - tank tops and shorts covered in junk and stripy socks and black boots. They are holding poles with caution tape attached to the end and a drumstick with a cut up colouful plastic bottle attached. They are looking around a bit scared. There is a laurel that says NOMINEE 2023 Melbourne Fringe Festival Awards.

  • Presented by: Junkyard Beats

  • Directed by: Oded Prior

  • Written by: Oded Prior, Tom Fitzsimons, Kobe Bakonyi

JUNKLANDIA is an engaging & interactive spectacle of drumming, dance, circus and comedy guaranteed to excite & inspire KIDS & families!

Siblings from the faraway planet 'JUNKLANDIA' embark on an EPIC mission to Earth to teach the Junklandian ways of music & creative recycling! With a hilarious language of gibberish & rhythm, this show is accessible to any age and nationality.

The show ends with an incredible ‘JUNK Orchestra’ where each audience member, equipped with a recycled instrument, will come together to create a one-of-a-kind Junkyard Band!

You won't look at recycled materials the same way after watching this show!

About Junkyard Beats

Junkyard Beats are an electrifying, high-energy percussion group that transforms ordinary, everyday objects into extraordinary musical instruments. With their infectious rhythms and unique performance style that effortlessly blends drumming, dance, theatre, comedy and circus arts, they have captivated audiences around Australia. Beyond their exhilarating live performances, Junkyard Beats are also passionate about inspiring creativity and promoting sustainability.

They conduct workshops and educational programs, teaching people of all ages how to unlock their rhythmic potential using everyday items. By encouraging recycling, they spread the message that art and music can be found everywhere, even in the things we throw away. Junkyard Beats were awarded the Critic's Pick award at the Sydney Fringe Festival in 2018 for their show The Box Show and nominated for Best Kid's at Melbourne Fringe 2023 for JUNKLANDIA.

junkyardbeats.com

  • Duration: 70 minutes

  • Event Accessibility: English no barrier

  • Age suitability: 2+

  • Event warnings: Contains Strobe Lighting, Haze Effects, Both Sudden And Sustained Loud Noises, High Level Of Audience Participation.

  • Full: $25.00

  • Concession: $20.00

  • Group 4+: $20.00

  • Extra Applause: $35.00

  • Blak Tix: $10.00

“We had a feeling this show would be one of our favourites for Fringe 2024 and we weren't wrong. JUNKLANDIA is a big funky 5 stars from us!” - Roxy Walsh, Kids In Adelaide

‘A really fun, well-crafted show with a great message! You will be seeing new potential in old household items. ’ Kids Judge, Melbourne Fringe Festival 2023

“A marvellous imaginative piece, full of delightful humour and fabulous rhythms” - Peter Murphy, The Local Paper

Sessions: In Person Events

A single $5.50 transaction fee applies to your booking.

Date Time Venue

Tuesday, 01 October 2024

11:30am

Circus Oz

 Past Event

Thursday, 03 October 2024

11:30am

Circus Oz

 Past Event

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