Reasons to Stay Inside

Barking Gecko Arts

Pedro used to run, skateboard, play soccer and go to school. Not anymore. Now he stays inside, building a pillow fort he insists on calling “The Death Star.”

Each day it grows bigger, and harder for his best friend Flora to reach him. Flora thinks staying inside is boring, and a little worrying, but Pedro has his reasons. Still, she knows what he’s missing and will do whatever it takes to bring him back outside.

A heartfelt and playful story about friendship, pillow forts, a dancing pegacorn, and that strange anxious feeling we all sometimes face.

Reviews

“Exceptional. Wonderfully acted and directed, excellent childhood issues, stunning set. Highly recommended.” – Audience Member at 2025 AWESOME Festival

“Excellent and so relevant to children today. Fun and engaging but with a strong message.” – Audience Member at 2025 AWESOME Festival

“Outstanding. My 6.5-year-old son said it was the best thing he has ever seen” – Audience Member at 2025 AWESOME Festival

Technical

Venue Format
Black box
Proscenium arch

Touring Party Size

4

Location

Peel,South West,Great Southern,Goldfields-Esperance,Mid West,Pilbara,Kimberley,Perth Outer Metro,Perth Metro

Available to Tour

March 2027

Artforms

Children and Families

Audience

Children and Families

Duration

55 minutes

Get In

12 hour/s

Get Out

4 hour/s

Costs

Remount Cost: $15 - 20k
Weekly Fee: $10 - 15k
Per Performance Fee: $2 - 5k
Royalties: 14%

Company Contacts

Contact Name:

Natalie

Di Risio

Email: natalie.dirisio@barkinggecko.com.au
Phone: 0411341643

Company Bio

Barking Gecko Arts, formed from the legacy organisations Barking Gecko Theatre and AWESOME Arts, has been a leading force in youth arts for over 35 years. Through award-winning theatre productions, festivals, workshops and school programs, we create world-class arts experiences that inspire young people to Imagine Bigger. Our work combines creativity, storytelling, and participation to nurture imagination, curiosity and connection. By making high-quality arts accessible to young people and communities, our programs support the development of essential future skills including creativity, collaboration, confidence, and critical thinking.

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