Set, Puppet and Costume Design for Little Blue Dot

Little Blue Dot was developed by Lemony S Puppet Theatre in conjunction with the Monash University School of Physics and Astronomy and was commissioned by Monash University Performing Arts Centres with co-commissioning support from Geelong Arts Centre. This puppetry-based work for families aims to introduce and explain astrophysics in a way that is both accurate and accessible. Designed to tour a diverse range of venues, the elemental design utilises ‘black light’ theatre techniques to easily switch from an Australian campsite to the voids of space with speed and ease. Evoking a sense of wonder, everyday objects become cosmic phenomena such as gravity wells and black holes through careful control of light and space.