Pirates, Cowboys and Aliens – A Play About Play
Pirates, Cowboys and Aliens – A Play About Play
When fifteen-year-old Kieran begrudgingly starts a school assignment on childhood memories, he doesn’t expect to be swept into the wild imagination of Jude, a nine-year-old whirlwind armed with a rake and a fierce love for a forgotten playground.
With demolition day for the old playground looming, Kieran and Jude must team up to battle bureaucracy, bullies, and their own grief in a last-ditch attempt to save the final place on earth where anything still feels possible.
Set in a small regional town, Pirates, Cowboys and Aliens is a heartwarming and hilarious play about unlikely friendships, the strange magic of old playgrounds, and the stubborn brilliance of children who refuse to grow up. Packed with pirate fights, alien attacks, and cowboy showdowns, it’s a tale for anyone who has ever built a cubby, launched a pretend spaceship, or needed a friend but didn’t know it yet.
This production celebrates imagination and resilience, told through regional voices that still believe in play. Perfect for audiences aged 6 and up, it’s an experience for grandparents, parents, and children to share together. Adding a special local touch, artworks from Bundaberg children will feature in the show.
Show Dates:
- Tuesday 26 August – 7:00pm
- Wednesday 27 August – 10:00am
Show info:
Venue: Wintergarden Theatre, Bundaberg
Runtime: 75–80 minutes
Price: Concession $22; General Admission $33
