Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge (at The Arty Farty Party)

Based on the book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas A brilliant introduction to theatre and classical music for young people. There was once a small boy called Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and his house was next door to an old people’s home. He knew all the people who lived there, but his favourite person of all was Miss Nancy Alison Delacourt Cooper. When Wilfrid finds out that Nancy has lost her memory, he sets out to find out what a memory is… This delightful production, based on the poignant picture book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas, adapted and directed by Sandra Eldridge, weaves together captivating storytelling with mesmerising music in an immersive theatrical performance. Featuring a new score by award-winning composer Paul Stanhope performed by a string quartet from the Australian Chamber Orchestra, Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge is the perfect introduction to live classical music, guaranteed to enchant audiences both young and old. Add on Events (included with ticket) 10am Post-show Q&A (15 mins) 11:30am Informal meet the musicians (15 mins) 1:30pm Post-show Q&A (15 mins) 3pm Informal meet the musicians (15 mins)