What if you could hear a picture? What if music could paint a story? #
This October, internationally acclaimed artist, author, and composer Matt Ottley returns with The Sound of Picture Books™—a breathtaking performance where music, art, and storytelling come alive together on stage.
With narration, projected illustrations, and a live musical score performed by members of Perth Symphony Orchestra, beloved picture books are transformed into a multi-sensory journey for audiences of all ages. It’s part concert, part theatre, part story time—and unlike anything you’ve experienced before.
Choose Your Adventure
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🌿 Stickboy – Rebecca Young, Matt Ottley
A lyrical tale about listening for quiet truths and finding courage in stillness.
🫧 The Messy Bath Monster – Tina Wilson
Every splash must be the work of a monster … right? A playful and heartwarming story children (and their grown-ups) will adore.
Why You'll Love It #
✨ Live music by members of Perth Symphony Orchestra
✨ Matt Ottley’s live drawing and spontaneous composing—unique in every performance
✨ Narration and storytelling that bring each book to life
✨ Projected artwork that fills the stage with colour and imagination