The Bubble Canteen – 20,000 Bubbles Per Minute
Clint Bolster
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THE BUBBLE CANTEEN
It is a magical installation where the air sparkles with 20,000 bubbles each minute!
★★★★★
“Fabulous! Thank you for bringing pure magic to our festival! An absolute hit and a must for any festival or event in the country!”
Brisbane Festival, QLD
★★★★★
“Brilliantly Phenomenal – our audiences were in awe!”
The Red Earth Arts Festival, WA
Welcome to The Bubble Canteen, a magical installation where the air sparkles with 20,000 BUBBLES PER MINUTE—from tiny, delicate bubbles that drift gracefully to gigantic, shimmering orbs that captivate and inspire awe. This enchanting world of wonder and delight connects directly to the hearts of audiences aged 0 to 100, creating unforgettable moments of joy, laughter, and connection for all.
The Bubble Canteen is more than just an attraction; it’s a vibrant celebration of creativity and joy. Designed with inclusivity at its core, It offers an entirely visual experience free from language barriers. Here, every shimmering bubble tells a story; visitors can share the magic regardless of age or background. It’s a place where the simple joy of a floating bubble can evoke profound feelings of happiness, wonder, and awe.
Celebrated as “pure magic” at its debut for Brisbane Festival 2023 and dazzled over 125,000 audience members across festivals like The Mackay Festival of Arts, Rockhampton River Festival, and Cairns Festival, The Bubble Canteen is not just an exhibit — it is an experience that reaches out. It invites you to return time and again to its captivating embrace.
★★★★★
“The Bubble Canteen was a festival highlight that audiences flocked to throughout the weekend – dolling up generous servings of the fun of joy amid 20,000 bubbles per minute!”
The 2024 Fremantle International Street Arts Festival, WA
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Mask Family, an acclaimed ensemble of Queensland physical theatre performers, is known for their spellbinding, non-verbal, roving acts, interactive installations, and stage performances. This dynamic ensemble, comprising specialist artists, excels in full-face nonverbal mask theatre, crafting performances that highlight the joy of human interaction and showcase the transformative power of kindness. Their art, which transcends cultural and linguistic barriers, deeply engages the hearts of audiences, connecting with them on a profound and visceral level. Renowned for enhancing the atmosphere at festivals, events, and venues across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia, their ability to create a vibrant, engaging environment makes them a standout in physical theatre/comedy.
Perfect for Schools Across Queensland!
On the Oval, at Lunchtimes – Accessible for the Whole School Community
A Magical Experience That Transforms Your School!
Imagine stepping onto the school oval surrounded by 20,000 bubbles every minute—tiny, delicate bubbles drifting in the air and giant, shimmering orbs floating around. The Bubble Canteen is a visually stunning, interactive installation that brings pure joy, curiosity, and wonder to students of all ages!
Why is this perfect for Queensland schools?
✅ Inclusive & Accessible – An entirely visual experience, engaging students of all abilities and backgrounds with no language barriers.
✅ Promotes Well-being – Encourages mindfulness, play, and stress relief through sensory engagement.
✅ Supports Learning Through Play. It inspires curiosity about science (bubble formation, air currents) and creativity (movement, storytelling).
✅ Ideal for All Ages – Whether in Prep or Year 12, students (and teachers!) find joy in the simple magic of bubbles.
✅ A Positive School-Wide Experience – Set up during lunch, play breaks, or special events, allowing all students and staff to engage.
✅ A Memorable, Low-Effort Incursion – No need for a theatre or hall—bring The Bubble Canteen to the oval for a spectacular outdoor experience.
Key learning outcomes
Laughter. Joy. Play. Connection.
A MAGICAL ATMOSPHERE The Bubble Installation sets the stage for a magical atmosphere at any festival or event hub. As attendees enter the designated area, they are transported into a world of wonder. The delicate beauty of bubbles, combined with the robustness and skill of talented performers, creates an enchanting ambience that immerses the audience in joy and excitement. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT One of the most appealing aspects of the Bubble Installation is its ability to engage the audience on multiple levels. It’s not just for children but also for adults who are drawn to the thousands of bubbles floating and dancing through the air. The installation brings out the inner child in everyone, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder. It becomes a focal point for families, friends, and individuals to gather, interact, and enjoy a shared experience. VISUAL EXPERIENCE The Bubble Installation offers a breathtaking visual experience that never fails to delight. With over 12,000 bubbles coming alive every minute, the air is filled with a mesmerizing display of shapes, sizes, and colours. From tiny, shimmering bubbles to larger ones filled with smoke, reflecting vibrant hues, the visual appeal of the installation captivates the eyes and sparks the imagination. INTERACTIVITY Besides the visual spectacle, the Bubble Installation encourages interactivity, making it an ideal centrepiece for festivals, arts venues or event hubs. Attendees can actively engage with the installation, adding an element of hands-on fun. This interactivity makes participants feel more connected to the installation and the overall event. EMOTIONAL IMPACT The delicate and ephemeral nature of bubbles, combined with the joyous atmosphere they create, instils a sense of happiness, wonder, and awe in attendees. This emotional response lingers long after the event, leaving individuals with cherished memories and a strong desire to relive the magical experience.THE BENEFITS OF BUBBLES FOR WELL-BEING Bubbles are a fantastic tool for promoting the wellbeing of babies and toddlers by supporting essential developmental skills. They aid in visual skill development, including fixing, following, and tracking, which are crucial for learning. Bubbles also enhance gross motor movement, balance, and muscle tone, making tummy time more enjoyable and encouraging head turning, reaching, and crawling. Fine motor skills are improved as children grasp the bubble wand, while hand-eye and foot-eye coordination are developed through popping bubbles.
Additional Information
Presenters Pack – https://www.clintbolster.com/_files/ugd/ef0296_c4c37b23a0ae436a87620f03da8251d6.pdfImpact Statement – https://www.clintbolster.com/_files/ugd/ef0296_a419f20a95a4489dac3ebc18251d5335.pdf
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About the Artist
CLINT BOLSTER is a Clown, Physical Actor, Producer and Teaching Artist based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. With over 22 years of professional experience, Clint has dedicated his career to 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.
Clint has performed extensively throughout the United Kingdom, Europe, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan—including over 900 solo shows in Japanese at Universal Studios Japan, Osaka. He has toured over 500 primary and secondary schools across Australia. Most recently, he performed in the 2022/2023 Australian tour of Slava’s Snow Show and was accepted into the Cirque du Soleil database of Clowns.
As a dedicated Teaching Artist, Clint has delivered training and masterclasses for actor training institutions and universities worldwide, including the Queensland University of Technology (QLD), Griffith University (QLD), Drama Australia (AUS), Pontio University Wales (UK), and Shakespeare4All (Hong Kong), to name a few.
A proud Queensland member and mentor for the Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance, Clint also serves as a Board Member for Indel-Ability Arts. His extensive touring and producing credits include collaborations with Queensland Theatre, Brisbane Festival, Cairns Festival, Cluster Arts Global, and Live Nation, among many others.
For a complete list of credits, visit – https://www.clintbolster.com/performance-credits
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