The Librarian

Blending clowning, physical theatre and the circus arts, this show invites young audiences to discover the passion of reading and the power of the imagination ,by whisking them away on a series of great adventures. 

Paul-Émile Dumoulin has been working at his town’s library for 25 years. He’s serious and nervous, also proud and sometimes clumsy. 

The only problem? As soon as Paul-Émile gets his nose in a book, reality disappears, giving way to the worlds he discovers between the pages. This very sensible librarian soon metamorphoses into the strange and silly characters in his books, who perform acrobatics, balancing, juggling, break dancing and beatboxing. Just how far will reading take him?

Don't miss this highly entertaining, highly skilled and seriously funny show for the whole family!

"This comical and dynamic librarian has everything to make you laugh." - TOHU.CA

"The children react instantly, and let themselves be won over by the literary fever" - My Theatre

Suitable 5-12 yrs

About Le Gros Orteil - Le Gros Orteil is an organization whose mission is to create high quality shows for young audiences, combining the disciplines of clown, theater, and circus. They advocate improvisation as a starting point when bringing a show to life, where truthful emotions and interaction with the audience are a priority. The artists embark on a journey of stories, emotions and personal thoughts with the audiences where educational messages are incorporated subtly into the performing arts, without taking away their essence.

Bondi Pavilion presents a Le Gros Orteil production. Supported by Le Conseil des arts et des Lettres du Québec. A Sydney Fringe Festival Event.