Nylon Zoo

A world of imagination, costumes, and stories.

The Nylon Zoo is a choreographed participatory event – you are the dancers and the performers! Fly like a bird, flutter like a butterfly, swoop like a bat; hop like a frog, kangaroo, or Bilby; twirl like a rainbow cape, bobble like a hoopla mushroom, or chill like a koala.

Evelyn’s handmade costumes are a hit with children of all ages inspiring their sense of creativity and imagination.

In this 45-minute session, children will be able to dress up and participate in a costume parade before settling inside one of the three installations on display for a storytelling session.

This event is suitable for those aged up to 12 years old.

First Peoples First Session

In celebration of Nylon Zoo coming to Bunjil Place, Jaeden Williams who is a proud Yalukit Willam man of the Boonwurrung; and founder and director of Biik Bundjil, will perform a child-focused Welcome to Country and storytelling session. Join us for our first Nylon Zoo session on Tuesday 9 April at 11.00 am and settle in to hear stories of Boonwurrung history, culture, and connection to Country.

Relaxed Session

This is a Relaxed Session. Relaxed Sessions are for audiences who prefer a more relaxed environment. Designed to welcome audience members with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or those with a widened sensory experience, and children with disabilities. Lights and sounds may be adjusted.

This event will be Auslan interpreted.

Relaxed Sessions will be held on Wednesday 10 April and Friday 12 April at 1:30 pm.