Pinocchio
Image: Nathan O'Keefe as Pinocchio. Photo: Tony Lewis

The enriching tale of the mischievous Pinocchio holds a nostalgic place in the hearts of many. There have been a plethora of adaptations, however, the new theatrical performance of Pinocchio by Adelaide’s Windmill Theatre will breathe new life into the age-old story. The classic will be modernised through contemporary music, dance and design.

The play, which focuses on themes of reality, truth and eternal love, aims to educate and entertain children, as well as engage, encourage and entertain families as a whole.

Pinocchio’s artistic director, Rosemary Myers, believes that fables, like Pinocchio, will forever play an important role in children’s lives. “I think people love to return to classic stories because in the end, they do have these truths held in them and that’s why they have survived over time,” Myers says.

Like many fairy-tales, the original story of Pinocchio is at times quite dark and explores children’s fears – like being separated from their parents. “Kids do have these very psychological fears,” Myers explains, “but storytelling and fairy-tales are a great place to engage with those fears because it is a safe place to do so.”

Myers, who describes going to the theatre as like a “mini family holiday” encourages parents to take their kids to see one of their favourite childhood fables and experience it like they’ve never seen it before. (EC)

Apr 11-May 4, Sydney Theatre Company, The Wharf, Pier 4 Hickson Rd, (02) 9250 1777, sydneytheatre.com.au

BY ELISE CULLEN

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