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The Last Numbat at Ballarat Begonia Festival


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For the first time on the Australian East Coast, experience the magic and joy of The Last Numbat.

Created by Australia’s renowned puppetry company, Spare Parts Puppet Theatre, with designer and puppet maker Leon Hendroff, The Last Numbat is a large-scale, interactive performance installation that uses puppetry to explore connection, community and collaboration.

With the help of 14 audience participants, The Last Numbat weaves a story of identity, endangered species and caring for our environment. Participants are immersed in a hands-on experience and learn how to operate the puppet while working in partnership with each other to tell the story.

Come and immerse yourself in the story of The Last Numbat, on the Main Lawn.

Show times:

– Saturday: 11am, 12.30pm, 2.15pm and 3.30pm

– Sunday: 10.15am, 12pm, 1.45pm and 3pm

– Monday: 12pm and 2.30pm

Photos by Jessica Wyld Photography and Kaifu Deng.

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Accessibility Information
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
8–10 Mar
10:00am - 5:00pm
Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Gillies Street, Wendouree VIC 3355

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