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Australian Shakespeare Company founder and Artist Director, Glenn Elston returns Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story ‘The Wind in the Willows’ to the stage at Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens this summer to entertain children and parents alike.

Celebrating 35 years in the Gardens, this is a tradition for generations of Victorian children. Families are invited to join Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly and Mr Toad as they bring Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank to the stage.

Running from 18th December 2021 until 30th January 2022, the critically acclaimed, interactive outdoor theatre production delivers music, songs, and plenty of laughs.

Elston notes “after another year of uncertainty and lockdowns, we are thrilled to bring our summer tradition back to the Gardens and offer families a chance to be immersed in the antics of Ratty, Badger, Mole, Toad and their friends as they bring joy and laughter to the whole crowd.”

The Wind in the Willows is affordable, interactive theatre at its best, with laughs and surprises a-plenty. Head Chief Rabbit transforms the audience into rabbits with a waggle of the ears and a wiggle of the nose, and encourages everyone to sing along and join in the promenade adventure.

Children will laugh and howl at the characters' mad antics, go on an adventure with Head Chief Rabbit, Ratty and Mole, then join a important mission with the Rat Pack and Badger Patrol to rescue the little otter Portly, lost in the Wild Wood.

Elston adds “we welcome everyone to pack a picnic, pack the kids, and enjoy one of the most beautiful gardens in the world as you embark on a colourful adventure by the riverbank.”

THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS - The Australian Shakespeare Company
Location: Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Melbourne Gardens. Enter through F Gate on Birdwood Avenue.
Dates: 18th December 2021 to 30th January 2022
Tickets: $25 - $30 or $90 - $110 per group of four. 

For more information and to book, visit shakespeareaustralia.com.au.

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