Looking for a truly special activity to enjoy with your little one? This winter, families with babies can experience An Uncertain Time – a beautiful, award-winning sensory theatre performance created especially for babies aged 0 to 18 months and their carers.
Unlike traditional children’s shows, An Uncertain Time is an intimate, immersive experience that invites babies to explore a magical world of music, movement, light and sound while giving parents and carers a rare opportunity to slow down, connect and share a memorable moment together.
A Gentle Journey Through Sound, Movement and Wonder
Created specifically for babies during the most important stages of early development, the 30-minute performance combines:
- Live and recorded music
- Gentle soundscapes
- Physical theatre
- Circus performance
- Stunning visual projections
- Sensory experiences designed to engage young minds
The performance unfolds as a calming journey through themes of love, hope, loss and uncertainty, creating an experience that captures babies’ curiosity while offering adults a moment to reflect on the remarkable journey of parenthood.
Designed Especially for Babies
The first 18 months of life are a time of incredible growth, with babies forming the neural pathways that shape learning, creativity and imagination.
At the heart of An Uncertain Time is the connection between baby and carer. Rather than sitting in rows, families are seated together in a shared circle, creating an intimate environment where babies become part of the performance.
To ensure every child enjoys a calm and engaging experience, each session is limited to just 12 babies, allowing performers to interact naturally with their youngest audience.
Stay and Play Afterwards
Once the performance concludes, families are invited to remain in the space for an optional 15-minute play session, giving babies the chance to continue exploring the sensory environment while parents connect with one another.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to extend the experience and let little ones interact at their own pace.
An Award-Winning Production
An Uncertain Time received the 2022 Green Room Award for Outstanding Work for Children and Families, recognising its innovative approach to creating meaningful theatre experiences for babies and their carers.
Its unique blend of performance, music and sensory exploration has captivated families, making it a must-see event for parents looking for something truly different during the school holidays.
Event Information
📍 Venue: Bondi Pavilion Theatre
📍 Address: Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
📅 Dates: Tuesday 11 August – Saturday 15 August 2026
👶 Age Suitability: Babies aged 0–18 months
Separate sessions are available for:
- 0–12 months
- 12–18 months
👨👩👧 Capacity:
- Maximum of 12 babies per session
- Up to 36 carers per session
⏱️ Duration:
- 30-minute immersive performance
- Optional 15-minute stay-and-play session afterwards
🎟️ Tickets:
- Child + first carer: $35
- Additional carers: $25 each (maximum two additional carers)
- Mob Tix available.
ℹ️ Important: The performance is designed exclusively for babies and their carers. To create a calm, focused experience and encourage bonding, families are asked to arrange alternative care for older siblings during the performance. An Uncertain Time offers a beautiful introduction to the performing arts through music, movement and sensory play. With limited places available in each session, early booking is recommended.
