# Event Details - **Event Name**: Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 11:30 am – Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 04:15 pm - **Event Description**: Step into a world of imagination where fairytales get a delightful twist in this fantastical and playful storytelling workshop.About this EventWhat if the three billy goats gruff were superheroes? What if there were pig fairy godmothers? Step into a world of imagination where fairytales get a delightful twist in this fantastical and playful storytelling workshop. Kids will explore classic fairytales like Three Little Pigs, Goldilocks and Three Billy Goats Gruff – then flip them on their head with creativity, wonder, music and movement.   Together with host Emma Chandler, you’ll use everyday objects like blankets, chairs and colanders to build troll bridges, little pigs’ houses and more.  Let your imagination guide you and discover what happens when we start to change stories.  Perfect for kids aged 5-10. Book your tickets now. Presented by Midsumma Festival and State Library Victoria, supported by Rainbow Families Switchboard. About Emma Chandler Em Chandler (she/her) is a proud trans storyteller and theatre-maker primarily working in Naarm, previously based in Ballarat. With over a decade of experience working with kids and their adults, Emma adores connecting with others through kindness and wonder. She brings her unique repertoire of spells, stories and songs to every situation - from community events to major festivals such as Firelight and Midsumma.   In 2023, she was cast in Lemony S Puppet Theatre’s CROW KID for its Australian and international premieres. Having worked with acclaimed theatre-makers Anthony Crowley, Alister Smith, and A Blanck Canvas, Em’s show Once Upon a Rhyme won Best Children’s Show at the Melbourne Magic Festival (2024). The Age describes her as "pure enchantment". Booking informationBy registering to attend or purchasing a ticket to a State Library Victoria event, you agree to our Conditions of Entry.You can read accessibility information about the Library here. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/melbourne/fractured-fairytales-drama-workshops-with-emma-chandler/100001629336783179 - **Event Categories**: art, theatre, kids, workshops, festivals, performances, entertainment, storytelling, magic-show - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12, max: 12, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Melbourne - **state**: VI - **country**: Australia - **location**: State Library Victoria - **lat**: -37.8097472 - **long**: 144.9654858 - **full address**: State Library Victoria, 328 Swanston St, Melbourne, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7b84518951c0df71f75e2acbc679a838db893b48e4cf9e732f820cf7113cb6f1-rimg-w848-h477-dc000001-gmir.jpg?v=1766900267 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler being held? - **A:** Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler takes place on Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 11:30 am to Wed, 21 Jan, 2026 at 04:15 pm at State Library Victoria, 328 Swanston St, Melbourne, Australia. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler? - **A:** Tickets for Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler are priced at AUD 12 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityChild AdmissionAUD 12 + AUD 1 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler? - **A:** Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler is organized by State Library Victoria. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Fractured Fairytales: drama workshops with Emma Chandler is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Melbourne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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