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SUMMARY:Groovy Tunes
DESCRIPTION:Join master drummer and multi-instrumentalist Kofi Kunkpe in a joyful music and movement workshop. Originally from Cape Coast\, Ghana\, Kofi is a keeper of his culture who is passionate about sharing the songs\, dances\, and rhythms of West Africa. \nYou and your child will groove together\, try out some pint-sized percussion\, and learn songs you can take home to continue the musical exploration. \n\nThis workshop has some amplified sound.\n\nImage credit: ArtPlay \nAge: 14 months to 7 years  \nPlease ensure your child is within this age range. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. \nAccessibility (including allergies) \nThere’s step-free access and the room is on the ground floor. There is an accessible bathroom\, with a baby change. \nA breakout space is available on the upstairs mezzanine where you can take some time away as needed. The program space and the mezzanine are not separated by a wall\, so light and sound will travel. You can watch what is happening in the program from here. \nIf you have any questions about accessibility or want to share anything about your access needs (including allergies) beforehand\, please email artplay@melbourne.vic.gov.au or call 03 9658 7880. \nSession times\, dates and age groups vary – please visit the website for more information before attending. Bookings essential.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/groovy-tunes/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="ArtPlay":MAILTO:artplay@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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SUMMARY:The Black Lullaby Experience
DESCRIPTION:Rest\, listen\, and settle into a collective tapestry of sound. \nArtists: Dianne Morris\, NIASHA and Kwamena Brace \nThis is a space for families from all backgrounds to join us in a special public sharing of African and Caribbean culture. Within this gentle environment\, you might hear the heritage of familiar songs alongside new melodies that have grown from the ideas and sounds shared by families during the work’s development. \nWhether you are exploring soft percussion\, humming along\, or simply rocking your little one to the music\, this is a space to share in the quiet magic of the lullaby. It is an invitation to slow down and experience a unique\, evolving language of African and Caribbean song and belonging. \nImage credit: Darren Gill \nAge: 0 to 24 months
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/the-black-lullaby-experience/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Art Play":MAILTO:artplay@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260531T150000
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SUMMARY:Seen and Heard: Stage 3
DESCRIPTION:What happens when the world’s most orderly island meets its first child? \nSeen and Heard is an interactive theatrical experience created by Julie Ritchey and Jodie Rottle\, inviting young people and their adults to explore a mythical island populated only by adults\, until one night\, everything changes. \nThrough live music\, sound design\, and imaginative play\, children become citizens of a fictional town navigating caregiving together. \nDesigned for ages eight to 12\, with accompanying adult required. \nSessions run at ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr on Saturday 30 May at 10:30am and 2:00pm\, and Sunday 31 May at 10:30am.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/seen-and-heard-stage-3/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Tingle Tangle
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Emma Salzano for Big Tangle\, a playful movement workshop designed for toddlers and their grown-ups at ArtPlay. \nToddlers are invited to stretch\, wind\, wobble\, sing\, and play through a fun-filled play space\, meeting other children\, listening to music and sounds\, and exploring textured objects and fabrics in a welcoming environment built for adventure. \nSuitable for ages 12 to 24 months\, with accompanying adult required. \nSessions run at ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr on Thursday 21 May at 10:30am\, 11:45am\, and 2:00pm\, and Sunday 24 May at 11:45am.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/tingle-tangle/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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ORGANIZER;CN="ArtPlay":MAILTO:artplay@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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SUMMARY:The Black Lullaby Experience: Stage 2
DESCRIPTION:A soothing\, celebratory workshop at ArtPlay created for babies and toddlers of the African and Caribbean diaspora. \nLed by artists Dianne Morris\, NIASHA\, Kwamena Brace\, and Louis Majiwa\, families craft unique lullabies woven from their own stories\, rhythms\, and sounds. \nAll vocalisations and rhythms are recorded and transformed into original lullabies made for and by parents of Black children. \nDesigned for families of the African and Caribbean diaspora with children aged zero to 24 months. Accompanying adult required. \nTakes place on Thursday 14 May at ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr\, with sessions at 10:00am and 1:00pm.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/the-black-lullaby-experience-stage-2/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Wearable Art
DESCRIPTION:Wearable Art at ArtPlay is a sustainability-focused workshop for children aged 9 to 13\, led by jeweller Emma Grace. Using colourful recycled plastics\, vintage jewellery and found objects\, participants design and make their own wearable pieces including accessories\, jewellery or even a jet pack. \nYou can even bring along a pair of pre-loved shoes to embellish! \nSessions run Thursday 16\, Friday 17 and Sunday 19 April from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. \nTickets are $15 per child with accompanying adults free. Bookings essential. \nNote that the Sunday session is designed for a child and parent or carer to work together. \nSuitable for ages 8 – 13.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/wearable-art/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Collage Nouveau
DESCRIPTION:Collage Nouveau at ArtPlay is a sustainable craft workshop for children aged 5 to 8\, led by artist Emma Grace. Kids and their parent or carer dig through old books and magazines to find inspiring images\, then combine recycled materials to create their own collage to take home. \nSessions run Thursday 16\, Friday 17 and Sunday 19 April\, each from 10:30am to 12:00pm. \nTickets are $15 per child with accompanying adults free. Bookings essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/collage-nouveau/2026-04-19/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Seen and Heard: Stage 2 (8 to 12 years)
DESCRIPTION:Seen and Heard at ArtPlay is an interactive workshop for children aged 8 to 12 where kids take charge and give grown-ups parenting advice. \nLed by artists Julie Ritchey and Jodie Rottle\, participants make music\, create characters and share their wisdom on everything from bedtimes to screen time. \nSessions run Friday 10\, Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 April\, each from 10:30am to 12:30pm. \nTickets are $15 per child\, bookings essential. Please note that participant voices will be recorded as part of the creative process.
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/seen-and-heard-stage-2-8-to-12-years/2026-04-12/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20250821T100000
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SUMMARY:Exhibition: Sonic Labyrinth
DESCRIPTION:Sonic Labyrinth is a playful sound installation where curious objects turn into instruments waiting to be discovered. Put on headphones and listen to underwater gurgles\, shimmering wind currents and deep vibrating tones. \nStep inside giant instruments\, hear your own voice bounce through mirrors and explore sounds in surprising ways. \nCreated by Aviva Endean and Justin Marshall\, this interactive experience invites children and families to listen\, play and imagine together. \nFor ages 5 and up \nDates + Times: \n\nThursdays to Sundays from 21 August 2025 – 14 June 2026: 10am to 4pm
URL:https://tothotornot.com/event/exhibition-sonic-labyrinth/
LOCATION:ArtPlay\, Birrarung Marr (behind Federation Square)\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
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