Children’s theatre

Teen critic Gully Thompson takes a look at Arts Centre Melbourne’s Stories in the Wall, an ongoing project that harnesses the creative imagination of primary school children

Robert Reid and Sayraphim Lothian attend an intriguing auditory experience for children, I Am Hear, without a child

Phillip Adams’ Paradise, a dance for young performers, is a fascinating exploration of growing up, says First Nations Emerging Critic Carissa Lee

‘Who knows what seeds are now planted in those tiny, amazing brains?’ Alison Croggon on Only a Year, Sarah Austin’s show for babies

Video: Art for young people is often marginalised and dismissed in the wider culture. In this lively and passionate Witness discussion at Arts House, part of the Melbourne Fringe XS program, our panellists discussed everything about art for young people – what it is, how it is discussed and evaluated, and why it matters.

Melbourne Fringe XS show This is Grayson is an enchanting and disturbing ride through the night streets of Newport, says Alison Croggon. And definitely for older children.

First Nations Emerging Critic Carissa Lee goes full glamour for Melbourne Fringe’s Kids in Fashion

Emily Sheehan’s debut play Hell’s Canyon demonstrates a sure theatrical imagination, says Alison Croggon

This is Lepage at his best, opening epic dimensions within intimate, domestic moments. Alison Croggon on The Far Side of the Moon and Polyglot Theatre’s playful Cerita Anak