The Lost Balloon
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THE LOST BALLOON
A lonely character.
A big city.
A shiny yellow balloon.
Suitable for Ages 3 to 102 - this is a show for the young and the young at heart!
The Lost Balloon invites audiences into a whimsical world where a lonely yet loveable character's discovery of a shiny yellow balloon sparks an unforgettable adventure. But when the balloon drifts away, a charming and chaotic chase through a bustling city begins!
Along the journey, our Hero encounters an array of delightfully eccentric masked characters: the mischievous Golden Oldies, the fabulously flamboyant Lollipop Ladies, and the ever-so-proper English Bobbies. Each encounter brings unexpected moments of humour, tenderness, and joy.
Blending world-class mask theatre with captivating visual storytelling, The Lost Balloon is a heartwarming exploration of human connection. Through laughter and wonder, it reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness can create ripples of change. Accompanied by an original, soul-stirring musical score, this enchanting production transcends language and cultural barriers, touching audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
www.clintbolster.com/thelostballoon
Company
Clint Bolster
Company / Artist Bio
CLINT BOLSTER is a Clown, Creator & Creative Producer with over 22 years experience creating original theatrical works and training artists across multiple disciplines.
His original creations -HIGH TEA with BOOFF, BOLSTER & LEE: The Knock Em Downs, The Lost Balloon, and The Bubble Canteen-alongside ensemble projects such as The Mask Family, Manoeuvre, and Homunculus Theatre, are programmed widely across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. These works feature prominently at major arts festivals and in community, cultural, and educational settings, having reached a live global audience in the millions.
He has toured 500+ schools, recently performed in the 2022/23 Australian tour of Slava's Snow Show: and has performed over 900 solo shows in Japanese at Universal Studios, Osaka - Japan.
www.clintbolster.com
Location
QLD
Audience
Children and Families
Venue suitability
Black boxProscenium archConcert hall
Reviews
★★★★★ "I was quite enchanted. The best theatre transcends age and has a universal quality. l think for me as an older person; it transported me back to something l feel l have lost .....the innocence of childhood!" - Arts Queensland
Trailer
Duration
45 Minutes
Touring Party
6
Previous Seasons
World premiere of The Lost Balloon
at
The Redlands Performing Arts Centre
on
Thursday, November 6th, 2025 - 10.30am & 1pm
https://www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/the-lost-balloon/
DEVELOPMENT HISTORY
Initial Creative Development (2019) was funded and supported by The Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Second Stage Creative Development (2020) was funded and supported by The Queensland Government through the Arts Queensland Showcase Program and The Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Final Phase: Rehearsal and Presentation (2024/2025), to be supported by The Queensland Performing Arts Centre and The Redland Performing Arts Centre.
Estimated Remount Cost
$5 - 10k
Weekly Sell-Off Fee
$20k+
Royalty %
9%
Availability
2026202720282029 or later
Partners
Happy to work with companies to help present :)
Instagram
@ClintBolster
Facebook
@ClintBolster
Contact Name
Clint Bolster
Contact Phone
0421524401
Contact Email
clint@homunculustheatre.com.au
Program information
Presentation date
Tuesday 12 August 2025
Presentation type
1-min short video