Once Upon a Jar

Choose your own adventure in this whimsical storytelling experience.

Choose your own adventure in whimsical storytelling experience Once Upon a Jar.

A special visitor arrives with a suitcase full of old gifts – some mysterious jars from birthdays long past. Each jar contains a distinct smell and countless story possibilities. Children shape the narrative, bringing their far-fetched ideas to life, before embarking on a treasure hunt to find the most mysterious smell of all.

Imagination leads the way in this scented adventure.

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Once Upon a Jar is a Spark experience. Spark is a series of portable, interactive arts experiences, designed in collaboration with artists to provide innovative creative learning opportunities.

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Once Upon a Jar is available on-demand for Adelaide metro community events. Regional SA booking enquiries are also encouraged with performance dates subject to Patch tour availability.

Community event pricing: $500 for one session and $200 for each additional session in a day.
Available weekends and school holidays (availability: 17 April, 7 July, 8 July, 29 September, 30 September).

Regional performances may incur a travel charge – please complete a booking enquiry and Patch will be in touch to confirm pricing and availability.

Once Upon a Jar is no longer available in schools, however Glow & Tell is available on-demand throughout the school year.

“Such fun and joy during and after the performance...a magical and engaging atmosphere” Teacher
Ages 5–8
In-School
45 Minutes

Available Year-Round

Unfortunately there are no upcoming dates.
Adelaide Community Event Bookings
Weekends and school holidays (School holiday availability: 17 April, 7 July, 8 July, 29 September, 30 September) Book
“Loved this session... very engaging and interactive. Kids held onto every word that was spoken. It reminded me of a ‘choose your own adventure’, giving them a sense of ownership over the activity.” Teacher
“Can you come again four more times?” Child
“The children were immediately in awe of the jars and they just couldn’t wait to smell what was inside of each. It was just precious hearing all the replies.” Teacher

Credits

Stephen Sheehan Creator & Performer

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Supporters

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body. | Delivering Spark in schools across regional SA was made possible thanks to funding from the Department for Education and the generous support of FWH Foundation, Lang Foundation, and an anonymous foundation.