The Harbinger

This exceptional work is basically a delightful telling of a fairy tale for adults.  Rural towns in Victoria are very privileged to have the opportunity of such a magical evening of entertainment; it is not to be missed if you get the chance. 

The Harbinger is set in the apartment of a very old man (a large puppet operated by three puppeteers).  He is totally immersed in completing his life’s work, an act of love.  A young girl enters his apartment escaping from the hostile world outside.  What ensues is the unfolding of a story that is captivating, most particularly, because of the way it is presented by puppeteers who work with deft skill and exquisite deference to their puppets.  All design elements come together to form a crisply presented extremely well crafted whole.

On the night that I saw this work at Gas Works the audience was silent and entranced through out and the foyer was abuzz with charmed and satisfied patrons at the end of the performance.

Don’t miss it if it is coming to an Arts Centre near you and be grateful for an astute Arts Officer if your Council is bringing in this magical, moving night of Theatre.

Suzanne Sandow

Tour Dates


9 September 2014, West Gippsland Arts Centre


11 September 2014, Colac Otway Performing Arts Centre


13 September 2014, Hawthorn Arts Centre


16 September 2014, Plenty Ranges Arts Centre


20 September 2014, Healesville Memorial Hall


23 September 2014, Forge Theatre and Arts


24 September 2014, John Leslie Theatre, Sale


25-26 September 2014, Darebin Arts and Entertainment Centre

1-4 October 2014, Street Theatre, Canberra


7 October 2014, Australian Theatre for Young People


9-10 October 2014, Gold Coast Arts Centre