Mario The Maker Magician

Mario the Maker Magician is billed as more than a kids' show — it's a theatrical experience that weaves vaudeville magic with cardboard robots, DIY invention, and lessons drawn from famous scientists, inventors, and artists. Mario's infectious rallying cry — "do what you love, use what you have, and have fun" — is the through-line of a show designed to leave something behind in young minds long after the curtain comes down.

Mario has appeared on Sesame Street, Universal Kids, and The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, and performed at the Sydney Opera House following a sold-out Off-Broadway run. The show picked up Best Kids & Family Show at the 2024 Adelaide Fringe.

Staged at Aotea Centre, this sits within a wider festival offering free activities and experiences for curious young minds and their caregivers.