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Off-beat story of dance and romance in Syncopation
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GPAC welcomes $2m budget announcement
The GPAC Trust and staff are delighted by today’s State Budget announcement of $2 million to support urgent and critical works, along with an additional $200,000 in annual operational funding.

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Children’s classic comes to life on stage for a new generation
Young audiences are invited to enter the fantastic world of Beatrix Potter with Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit, marking 110 years of the popular children's character. Presented as part of GPAC's Family Magic program, this mischievous new musical from the producers of Possum Magic, Wombat Stew and My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch will delight all ages.

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Garry Ginivan Attractions presents

Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit

by Beatrix Potter

Based on the books by Beatrix Potter

Celebrate the 110th Anniversary of Beatrix Potter's beloved classic with Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit, a mischievous musical about the world's most loveable bunny.

Published in 1902 by Frederick Warne, The Tale of Peter Rabbit has transported countless children to Mr McGregor's vegie patch for over a century; it's set to reach a new generation with this classic stage production that kids will love! Adapted by Australian writer and award-winning producer Garry Ginivan (Possum Magic, Wombat Stew, My Grandma Lived in Gooligulch) and with an original score by Mark Jones, Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit seamlessly interweaves the tales of Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny and Mr Tod, and is designed to delight children and adults alike.

This production is licensed by Frederick Warne & Co. Ltd, 2012.

www.peterrabbit.com.au

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Sat, 26 May 2012 12:00 PM
Sat, 26 May 2012 02:30 PM

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