Adapted from the beloved book by Alison Lester on its 30th anniversary
and toured far and wide by CDP Theatre Producers

‘A show that popped with fun and imagination, and the conclusion was every bit as heartwarming as a toasted marshmallow on the beach’

WA Today


Every year, an everyday family go on a beach holiday. This isn’t just any beach – it’s Magic Beach, where everything you can imagine becomes real. But this year is different. As the eldest child begins to grow up, does she have to leave the magic behind?

Alison Lester AM’s classic book comes to life onstage in a wonderful world of text, song, light, shadow and movement.

CAST SIZE
This is a story told – this may be by one, by some, or by many
Previous seasons: 3 performers (and two voice-over)

AUDIENCE SIZE
For children aged 3 – 8 and their adults

LENGTH
55 minutes

SEASONS

2021

Australian national tour – 16 cities in five states

2020

Australian national tour – 11 cities in three states

CDP Theatre Producers production 2020, starring Kate Betcher, Jade Fuda and Alex Packard. Director Liesel Badorrek

FIRST PRODUCED

  • Commissioned/first produced by CDP Theatre Producers, 2020
  • Adapted from the beloved children’s book by Alison Lester
  • First directed by Liesel Badorrek