the Boy & the Ball
A story about making a friend and how one friend can become many.
In a world of cylinders, of all shapes and sizes, we meet a very shy boy and witness how, with the assistance of his ball, he makes a friend and how that single friend becomes many. Navigating the world of friendship is a “rite of passage” experience for most 4 year old’s. This nonverbal performance is a wondrous tale of reassurance, joy and connection... with a little magic.
the Boy & the Ball has toured to children's festivals in Serbia, Italy and Malta.
“A masterpiece in exploring the subtle niceties, insecurities and joys of play, making friends and sheer magic” The Barefoot Review
"Never before have we seen a show that is so engaging for a young audience." Teacher - Gowrie South Australia
Presented by: Stephen Noonan
Stephen Noonan in partnership with The PaperBoats.
Stephen Noonan is an award-winning performance maker and teaching artist with a diverse practice ranging from theatre, dance, circus and puppetry. He makes high quality meticulously crafted performances for young audiences aged 6 months to 8 years. With over 25 years of professional experience Stephen has created and performed shows in major performing art centres and festivals throughout Australia and internationally. He has collaborated with many of Australia's leading performance companies and artists working in the field of theatre for young audiences.
For incursions at preschools, a large open clear space in your preschool, multi-purpose room or gym is required. No floor rugs. The maximum audience capacity is 30 children. Access to the space is required for 1 hour prior to the performance.
Reviews & Fringefeed Reacts
The Boy and a Ball is the most subtle, low tech, magical and highly intelligent engagement of a captive kindergarten audience you could want - David O'Brien, The Barefoot Review
undeniably elegant and intimate work... a theatrical gem - Lisa Lanzi, Stage Whispers and Theatre Travels