Books To Life
3 Rialton Avenue, Blackburn North, Victoria, Australia
About Books To Life
Welcome to Books To Life, an exceptional institution located at Blackburn North, Rialton Avenue, 3. As an establishment and point of interest, we have been delighting Australian primary schools since 1999 with our unique approach to bringing books to life on stage.
Led by the talented "Tony Bones" Appleby B.Ed, we specialize in adapting CBCA shortlisted books for the stage, ensuring the highest standard of performance. Each year, Tony and his creative team carefully select their favorite "CBCA Picture Book of the Year" title and transform it into an incredibly entertaining and engaging live stage show, which is performed to primary school students all across Australia.
But that's not all β we now also offer an interactive virtual show that can be enjoyed by students throughout Australia and New Zealand. Tony himself takes center stage, showcasing his exceptional skills in drama, dance, and music. With his background as a qualified school drama, dance, and English teacher, Tony's experience in adapting and performing 37 CBCA shortlisted books nationwide is unparalleled in Australian theatre in education.
One of the key aspects of our shows is the strong connection to the Australian curriculum. Tony ensures that the performance, Q&A sessions, follow-up support material, and lesson plans all have clear links to the curriculum, making it a valuable educational experience for students.
We believe in using all areas of the Arts to present the book on stage. From drama and dance to music, media arts, and visual arts, our shows are a true feast for the senses. You can expect original songs, mesmerizing mask work, captivating puppetry, stunning props and costumes, and breathtaking painted and digital projections of sets. Our shows are enhanced by DMX colored stage lighting, a full sound system, wireless headset microphone, raised staging, and dual digital projections. And of course, there is plenty of audience participation, laughter, and a detailed Q&A session at the end of every show.
Don't just take our word for it β here's what one satisfied teacher had to say: "I've been a teacher for over 20 years and witnessed many performances, but this production was simply the best - totally professional, true to the book, thought-provoking, everything." Narre Warren Nth PS, VIC
We are proud to have previously adapted and performed a wide range of picture books since Book Week 2000. At Books To Life, we are passionate about inspiring a love for reading and storytelling in young minds. Join us on this incredible journey as we bring books to life in the most captivating and memorable way possible.
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3 Rialton Ave, Blackburn North VIC 3130, Australia
Opening hours of Books To Life
Monday:
08:00 - 20:00
Tuesday:
08:00 - 20:00
Wednesday:
08:00 - 20:00
Thursday:
08:00 - 20:00
Friday:
08:00 - 20:00
Saturday:
08:00 - 20:00
Sunday:
08:00 - 20:00
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