Written by Caleb Lewis
Directed by Ali Gordon
Composer and live musician Scott Gillespie
Designers Marin Curach, Tomy K C Leung
Lighting designer / Production manager Sophie Kurylowicz
Stage Manager Lydia Nicholson
With Andrew Brackman, Tim Kurylowicz, Sarah Lockwood, Margot Politis and Carolyn Ramsey

When Aleksander journeys to the hallowed city of
Robotika he is captivated by the technological marvels of the Steam Age. Lured by the promise of a life of leisure, the people have been liberated from work by the box-headed Industrials.

Alone in his fortune, Alek's curiousity leads him to Daisy, an industrial who seems somehow different to the rest. But this friendship threatens his Aunt Lychkova's vision for Robotika where Humans and Industrials remain segregated. Fiercely defending the ideals of her Utopia, Lychkova compels Alek to understand.

But all is not as it seems.

As Alek's friendship with Daisy blossoms he begins to follow his heart. Why is their friendship forbidden?
In attempt to flee Alek and Daisy find themselves searching deeper and deeper into the unravelling heart of Robotika.

Join Drop Bear Theatre for this original steam-punk adventure where childhood curiousity and friendship prevail in a troubling world. On stage, history is fused with futuristic fantasy to explore issues of trust, racism, globalization and humanity.


Preview Fri 1 Jul 7pm
Dates and times Sat 10am & 2pm, Tue–Thu 10am & 2pm, Fri 10am & 7pm
Tickets $17 full, $13 preview / friends of Reg
Bookings 02 9114 1555 or thereginald.com

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The Drop Bear Pledge

Would you like to join the drop bears?

We are but a humble imagining of bears who create for the theatrical amusement of the curious.
Will you take the pledge and join the fellowship of bears?


I pledge to:
1. imagine things that cannot be imagined
2. think more about my fellow bears
3. know a little more than I did before.

Sleeping Bear Image by Sarah Maddox

The Magic Hat is based on the book by Mem Fox and devised by Drop Bear Theatre.

Follow the surprising journey of a magic hat as it flies through your imagination changing dullardry into delight. See Mem Fox's lyrical text told and retold through shadow puppetry, song, rhythm and movement by three blundering wizards.

You have to believe it to see it as the stage action transforms into a cacophony of unruly animals, tamed only by the gentle voice of your child's own magic wand.

'IT ROCKS!' (Tom, age 5)
'I HAD THE BEST TIME EVER!!!' (Matilda, age 7)

SOLD OUT SYDNEY FRINGE 2010

Composition: Scott Gillespie
Stage design: Al Martinez
Costume design: Keera Dahl-Helm
Lighting design: Sophie Kurylowicz
Cast: Scott Gillespie, Ali Gordon and Carolyn Ramsey

You can purchase tickets online or by phoning 1300 FRINGE (374 643)

Suitable for ages 3-8.

Every morning Diabolica Jones gets up, stretches his legs, does a little dance and goes to work. Every day is exactly the same...until he is invited to take on a new challenge every day. Teacher, wrestler, accountant, rock star…what will he try next? Join us as Diabolica Jones tries new things, takes incredible risks and finds new adventures around every corner.

Diabolica Jones is about leaving your comfort zone. It encourages taking risks and trying new things — even if it means sometimes making mistakes.

This event is available to regional schools only.

Presented by Come Out Festival

Written and directed by Anna Held
Cast including Sarah Lockwood and Carolyn Ramsey

Tickets by request, please email Come Out for more details.

Suitable for ages 5+

Harriet’s Nuts has been the heart of the main street of Littletown for many years, and owner Harriet has a reputation for being the nicest girl around. Whether it is selling pistachios to Mr Clark, or walnuts to Bessie C, or even honey coated cashews to Peter, the verdict is unanimous: 'You are so nice Harriet! The nicest girl in town.' But when a rival nut shop opens next door to Harriet, Harriet feels herself becoming angry. Gathering her peanut army, and creating armour from nutshells, Harriet prepares for war...

Angry Harriet deals with that most tricky emotion, anger, and how to use it in a positive way to create change. Created by the team who brought you Diabolica Jones and The Magic Hat in 2010 this show is not to be missed!

'Anger is a great force. If you control it, it can be transmuted into a power which can move the whole world.' - William Shenstone

This is Regional Arts Victoria in schools touring performance.

Presented by Drop Bear Theatre and The Sydney Fringe
Music by Scott Gillespie
With Scott Gillespie, Ali Gordon and Carolyn Ramsey

Follow the surprising journey of a magic hat as it flies through your imagination changing dullardry into delight. See Mem Fox's lyrical text told and retold through shadow puppetry, song, rhythm and movement by three blundering wizards.

Ages 3-7

After a successful first season at Gasworks Arts Park, Melbourne, Drop Bear Theatre share their first in-theatre show with Sydney as part of the official selection of the inaugural Sydney Fringe Festival.

What children have said about Drop Bear Theatre…
I loved your show so much and I had the best time ever love Matilda!!! (age 7)
They are a funny group of adults and I respect them a lot (age 9)
IT ROCKS! (age 7)