Illustration of five cartoon sheep in different colours, holding hands and skipping down a green grassy hill, with a blue sky background and colourful flowers scattered on the hill.
Monkey Baa Theatre Company and QPAC Out of the Box

Where is the Green Sheep?

Based on the book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek
Written for the stage and directed by Eva Di Cesare

An immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. Blending puppetry and animation, this beautiful production by acclaimed theatre company for young people, Monkey Baa, is touring nationally in 2026 following its premiere at QPAC in 2025.

Three actors in colourful overalls on stage, one holding a sheep puppet and rainbow umbrella, another a green street lamp, all posing with arms outstretched, against a backdrop of a blue sky with rain.

"A charming, clever and irresistibly woolly adventure that enchants tiny humans and big kids alike.”

ABOUT THE SHOW

Where is the Green Sheep? is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. We meet Blue Sheep who loves blue flowers and Red Sheep who loves to cartwheel in the fields, Bath Sheep who loves bubbles and Bed Sheep who loves to bounce... But where IS that Green Sheep?

Blending puppetry and animation, this beautiful production invites young audiences to join our three farmers on their quest to find the elusive green sheep. Co-created with students from Bankstown West Public School, this production integrates their voices as narrators, ensuring the work resonates deeply with young audiences.

Where is the Green Sheep? is a co-production with QPAC’s Out of the Box in association with Arts Centre Melbourne, The Sydney Opera House and The Art House, Wyong.

REVIEWS

“One of the cutest shows I’ve ever seen. But cuteness alone isn’t what makes it so successful—it’s the intelligence, intention and craft that underpins the whimsy.” - Kitty Goodall - Stage Whispers

“The puppets were really cool.” - Audience member (4 yrs), Out of the Box Festival

“The kids enjoyed every moment. There was something in it for everybody.” - Audience member, Out of the Box Festival

Three actors dressed in farmer overalls on a stage with a cartoonish green backdrop, each holding a fluffy white sheep puppet
Three actors in overalls and t-shirts surround a large white stuffed sheep on a bed set-piece, with a painted cartoon background of a bookshelf and lamp.
Two actors in overalls and t-shirts, one pouring liquid for a fluffy white sheep puppet wearing sunglasses, lying on a rainbow-striped towel, on stage with blue and green painted backdrop.
A theatrical production featuring three actors in front of a yellow car prop, waving to a projected image of a cartoon train with various animals, including fish, penguins, and a sheep, inside.
A man dressed in overalls holds a fluffy sheep puppet on a red surfboard, performing on stage with a blue backdrop simulating water.
Three actors on a stage with a whimsical backdrop, two holding large plush sheep on either side of a wooden beam, and a third actor on their knees balancing on the beam.
Two people arranging a plush sheep playing a green guitar on a stage in front of a colourful backdrop, with a xylophone and drum below.
Three actors in costume performing on a stage with a cartoon-style backdrop depicting bubbles; a stuffed sheep is in a bathrub on a purple pedestal.

ABOUT MONKEY BAA

Monkey Baa creates transformative live creative experiences for young audiences. Their mission is to ensure that more young people have access to inspirational Australian stories, helping them navigate and shape their own worlds. 

Monkey Baa believes that every young person deserves a front-row seat to creativity. The company presents diverse Australian stories to young audiences, respecting them as today’s audience by providing high-quality experiences where they can see themselves reflected in the work. This approach inspires big dreams and creates moments of connection with others. For many, this will be the first theatre experience – Monkey Baa ensures it’s an unforgettable moment.  

To learn more, visit monkeybaa.com.au

Production photography by Robert Catto. Banner illustration by Judy Horacek.

Touring in 2026

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The Regal Theatre, Perth | Land of the Whadjuk Nyoongar people
20 January | BOOK

Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre | Land of the Wardandi People of the Noongar Nation
23 January | BOOK

Mandurah Performing Arts Centre | Land of the Bindjareb People
28 January | BOOK

Albany Entertainment Centre | Land of the Minang People of the Noongar Nation
3 February | BOOK

Esperance Civic Centre | Land of the Njunga People of the Noongar Nation
6 February | COMING SOON


NORTHERN TERRITORY

AANT Centre, Darwin | Land of the Larrakia People
18-19 February | BOOK


QUEENSLAND

Cairns Performing Arts Centre | Land of the Gimuy-walubarra yidi People
18-19 February | BOOK

Burdekin Theatre, Ayr | Land of the Juru People
24 February | COMING SOON

Pilbeam Theatre, Rockhampton | Land of the Darumbal People
3 March | COMING SOON

Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre | Land of the Yuiberra People
5-6 March | BOOK

Townsville Civic Theatre | Land of the Bindal People
10 March | COMING SOON

The Events Centre, Caloundra | Land of the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara People
24-25 March | BOOK

Logan Entertainment Centre | Land of the Yugambeh People
28 March | BOOK

Empire Theatres, Toowoomba | Land of the Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair People
31 March - 1 April | BOOK


VICTORIA

Mildura Arts Centre | Land of the Latji Latji, Ngintait and Nyeri Nyeri People
22 April | BOOK

Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo | Land of the Dja Dja Wurrung and Taungurung People
28 April | BOOK

Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat | Land of the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People
1 May | BOOK

Forge Theatre & Arts Hub, Bairnsdale | Land of the Gunaikurnai People
21-22 May | BOOK

Geelong Arts Centre | Land of the Wathaurong (Wadawurrung) People
29-30 May | BOOK

 

NEW SOUTH WALES

Wollondilly Performing Arts Centre, Picton | Land of the Dharawal and Gundungurra People
25-26 June | BOOK

The Art House, Wyong | Land of the Darkinjung People
29-30 June | COMING SOON

Civic Theatre, Newcastle | Land of the Awabakal and Worimi People
9-11 July | BOOK

Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith | Land of the Dharug People
29-30 September | BOOK

PHIVE, Parramatta | Land of the Dharug People
6-10 October | BOOK

Glen Street Theatre, Belrose | Land of the Garigal People
18-20 October | BOOK

Glasshouse, Port Macquarie | Land of the Birpai People
27 October | BOOK

Seymour Centre, Sydney | Land of the Gadigal People
29-30 October | BOOK

Civic Theatre, Wagga Wagga | Land of the Wiradjuri People
3-4 November | BOOK


TASMANIA

Theatre Royal, Hobart | Land of the Muwinina People
1 September | BOOK

Burnie Arts Centre | Land of the Palawa People
4 September | BOOK

  

ACT 

Canberra Theatre Centre | Land of the Ngunnawal People 6-9 November | BOOK

Touring

January - November 2026

CREDITS 
Based on the book by Mem Fox &
Judy Horacek  
Writer & Director Eva Di Cesare 
Visual Artist Judy Horacek 
Production Designer Tobhiyah Stone Feller 
Composer Me-Lee Hay 
Puppetry Director/Assistant Director Kailah Cabanas 
Video Designer Susie Henderson 
Lighting Designer Matt Cox 
Sound Designer Zac Saric 
Puppet Design and Maker Kay Yasugi 
Choreographer Nat Jobe 
Production Manager Laura Watson
Technical Manager Jem Page 
Company Stage Manager Cally Bartley (Feb-May), Natasha Marich (May), Emily Phillips (Aug-Nov)
Technical Coordinator Jessica Pizzinga
Consultant Sally Chance
Cast Paul Grabovac, Michael Ho, Ebony Tucker, Catherine McNamara (for some performances)

If you are interested in touring get in contact!

Arts on Tour
02 8038 1880
touring@artsontour.com.au