Anatomy of the Piano (for Beginners)

Will Pickvance

- Venue: Main Hall
- Category:
- Age Suitability: U
- Times: 10.00 (55 mins)

Will asks Father Christmas for a spaceship – he gets a piano! This is a breathtaking adventure into the world of pianos, revealing where they come from, how they evolved and why they make a pretty cool Christmas present. Featuring Bach’s cave piano, Beethoven’s bad moods and a jam with ‘Fats’ Waller.

“Clever, poetic, his piano playing exudes an effortless expertise.” The Herald

“The pace of the show is riveting, adults shaking their shoulders, children banging the floor while their mouths hang open in astonishment.” ArtsHub

Australia Best children’s show runner-up – Fringe World 2015

Reviews

  • "A very accomplished pianist and lively storyteller, Will Pickvance chats and plays at the same time almost non-stop" - THE STAGE - Link
  • The show breathtakingly captures the curious joy found only in an explorative tinkle on a piano, with warmth and humour." - BROADWAY BABY - Link
  • "The children in the audience loved it and the grown ups were laughing along too. A real musical treat." - THREE WEEKS - Link
  • "children will be spellbound and inspired as well." - FEST - Link

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