14 September 2004

Greater Shepparton children can experience the special excitement of professional opera designed and sung just for them, with performances of OzOpera’s ‘Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing’ at Eastbank this coming Monday.

The Council’s Manager of Performing Arts and Conventions, Rob Robson, said the show is an excellent opportunity for young children to be introduced to the wonderful and exotic world of opera.

“OzOpera presents performances with great singing, exciting sets and colourful costumes, while educating children about different musical styles,”
Mr Robson said.

“‘Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing’ is about a dancing circus snake who desperately wants to sing.  Wherever the circus travels, Sid tries to learn a different style of singing, including opera, music-hall, rap and swing, failing miserably each time.”

“When Sid realises he is able to sing in his own unique style, he learns to appreciate his own talents.”

To celebrate the performances of ‘Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing’, Riverlinks is holding a Family Fun Day on Monday 20th September.

“Families can enjoy face painting with Crackles the Clown, colouring activities and music, and join in the creation of a giant snake mural that will decorate the walls of Eastbank.”

‘Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing’ will be performed at the Eastbank Centre at 12.00 noon and 2.00 pm on Monday 20th September.

“Thanks to a special partnership with Deaf Children Australia, the 2.00 pm performance of ‘Sid the Serpent Who Wanted to Sing’ will also be Auslan interpreted,” Mr Robson added.

For bookings or more information, please contact the Riverlinks Box Office on 5832 9511.  The Box Office is open from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm on weekdays and 10.00 am to 4.00 pm on weekends.