Discover the magical world of music and animals with this special family friendly concert.

The animals are having a carnival, and everyone is invited! Among the attractions are majestic lions, braying mules, a dancing elephant, bouncing kangaroos, stately birds and colourful schools of fish.

Join the Richard Bonynge Ensemble, together with guest performer John Martin and narrator Drew Forsythe, as they bring Camille Saint-Saëns spell-binding work, The Carnival of the Animals and Johann Sebastian Bach’s mesmerising Concerto for four pianos in A minor to life on stage.

Audience members will be invited onto the stage by Australian children’s performer, Emily Who at the end of the concert to get up close and learn about the instruments and how they made the sounds of each animal. 

A wonderful introduction to music for young listeners. Get into the carnival spirit and come dressed up as your favourite animal!

PROGRAM
Bach – Concerto in A minor, BWV 1065
Camille Saint-Saëns – The Carnival of the Animals

AUDIENCE INFORMATION

General Public: Suitable for Ages 3+ and their families.

Duration: 45 minutes (No interval. Includes a 10-minute ‘Meet the Instruments’ opportunity run by Emily Who)

Accessible Performances: Both performances of Carnival of the Animals will be relaxed performances. A visual story will be available closer to the performance season to accompany it. The visual story will be available to download here closer to the performance season.