We have had the immense pleasure of co-creating a new work for families over the last few years. The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things is directed by Zöe Barry, and has been made in collaboration with Drop Bear Theatre, as well as sound design by Jed Palmer, costume design by Renate Henschke, and the essential contribution of Östen Burkum - our inspirational curator, caretaker and guardian of his own tiny things collection. Through early workshops, Melbourne children have helped us to find out more about the intriguing world of these Tiny Things and the stories, senses and relationships to be found within it. In 2018, The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things spent quality Summer holiday time at The National Herbarium of Victoria and The Australian Garden, Cranbourne (image below).  Even more was discovered together, and the collection grew steadily at every edge!  Thank you to The Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria for having us and for everyone who came and contributed to the work!

2019 will see this work’s South Australian premiere at DreamBig Festival, drawing on the wondrous space and collections held within The Armoury - South Australian Museum.

The creation of The Boy Who Loved Tiny Things has been supported by the ArtPlay New Ideas Lab, enabling artists to develop new work for children and families.