Red Earth Arts Precinct Theatre
Thursday 9 May, 6.30pm to 7.20pm

Adult: $20, Concession: $15, Child: $10.50, Family: $46

Bandicoot, Koala and a very fun-loving Frill Necked lizard regale their story, part truth, part myth but mostly inspiration, of a woman who transforms her world to bring about hope and happiness for herself and the world around her.

Do you ever wonder how much just one person out of 7.8 billion can really accomplish?

Inspired by Jean Giono’s’ The Man Who Planted Trees’, The One Who Planted Trees is an inspirational story that proves just how much one person can do and will have you humming out of the theatre, pulling out the spade and watering plants into the ground. 

In the face of a global climate emergency, how can we find hope? What good can one person do? This is a fun joyous springboard for serious discussion about our world and the environment we all value.  

“The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago, the second-best time is today.” Chinese Proverb

Spare Parts Puppet Theatre is assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.

50 mins + 10min Q&A
Perfect for 5+ but suitable for everyone!

MEDIA REVIEWS

“The One Who Planted Trees was one of the most amazing shows I have ever seen. It had such a kind and important message that brings awareness to the world about the current state of our forests and bush.” – Stage Whispers

"The message is clear, told with great tunes, a remarkable set and heaps of humour. The One Who Plants Trees is fabulous theatre for the entire family, we could definitely watch it again to pick up another layer and have just as much fun. Highly recommended!" – SeeSaw Magazine

“Under Phillip Mitchell’s direction, the show was produced with immense awareness and consideration. It is no easy task to take a serious topic and to mould it for younger audiences. Mitchell and his team have managed to juxtapose a moral message with the spirit of positivity, innocence, and wonder.” – ArtsHub

AUDIENCE REVIEWS

"I think this is one of the best shows SPPT has produced to-date!! The staging is spectacular, the puppetry is superb, the story is relevant… and it’s a musical! Congratulations SPPT on bringing this delightful show to the stage in your 40th year…" – Audience Member

“This was a wonderful production that has sparked ongoing conversations in our household, particularly around the environment and having a sense of hope.” – Audience Member

“The show was just wonderful the children and I loved it. It had me close to tears at some points. It was insightful, imaginative, important and so delightful to see such skill and imagination played out to such a high standard. We really did love it. Thank you.” – Audience Member

“A spectacular show with extraordinary performances, music and set! The animation was truly beautiful. One of Spare Parts best ever shows!” – Audience Member

Adult: $20, Concession: $15, Child: $10.50, Family: $46
Ages 5+

This Project has been supported by The Western Australian Government and Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries – Regional Performing Arts Grants: Playing WA