Media Release for immediate use: 27 July 2012
FROM: Capital E National Theatre for Children
Capital E National Theatre for Children presents:
IVY - Saviour of the Dinosaur!
‘Buckle up and hold on tight; let’s get started on our dinosaur tour!’
From her hideaway in a museum basement comes Ivy, a cleaning lady with a difference. Her humble set of wheels may look
like a cleaning cart, but just wait and see where – and when! – that time-travelling trolley is about to take you.
Join our heroine of hygiene as she takes you on a whirlwind trip through history. From a clash with Cleopatra to
schmoozing with Shakespeare, and even a detour to the moon – our quirky queen of clean lets nothing distract her from
her mission to save the dinosaurs from certain extinction.
“IVY sprung from a range of different experiences,” says writer and performer Jennifer Martin. “Growing up with two
scientists for parents meant that I was often surrounded by eccentric academics – some of which were great inspirations
for IVY and her world. Also, blessed with a powerful imagination and a fascination with fantasy, I was drawn to dinosaurs.
They’re such an intriguing part of history though they feel otherworldly and the same is true with many other figures
and events in history.”
With a cinematic score from Gareth Farr, IVY will warm the hearts and spark the imaginations of children of all ages – perfect July school holiday fun.
IVY – Saviour of the Dinosaur
5+
Written by Jennifer Martin
Directed by Kerryn Palmer
Starring Jennifer Martin and Nick Dunbar
When: Sat 30 June 2pm, Mon 2 – Sat 14 July 10am & 11.30am (no show Sun)
Duration: 45 minutes
Venue: Capital E McKenzie Theatre, Civic Square, Wellington
Price: $12 per person. $44 for a group of four. $10 per person for groups of 10 or more. Under two free.
Bookings: 04 913 3740 or www.capitale.org.nz
DINO CRAFT
Age 2+
After watching IVY you too can go back to the Cretaceous period and bring back your very own dinosaur! Choose a roaring T-Rex puppet or a
3D egg complete with mini hatching dinosaur, then take them home and wow your friends with your new intriguing pet!
When: Mon 2 – Sat 14 July, 9.30am – 1pm
Venue: Capital E Playground, Civic Square, Wellington
Price: $2 per craft