Dive Into a Mandarin Ocean Adventure with Nine Years Theatre’s Phinny & Wally: Echoes Of Home

Nine Years Theatre (NYT) is making waves with its newest Mandarin children’s production, Phinny & Wally: Echoes Of Home. Running from 22 to 31 August 2025 at the Drama Centre Black Box, this heartwarming sequel is designed for young audiences aged 5 to 8, combining imaginative storytelling, interactive elements, and a deeper message about home, friendship, and environmental awareness.

Following the success of Phinny & Wally in 2024, this standalone sequel sees the lovable dolphin and whale duo embark on a brand-new underwater journey. They encounter Arlo, a timid bowhead whale who’s lost and searching for his family. As the trio travels through icy waters and navigates dangers from the deep, they discover that home isn’t just a place—it’s where safety, love, and belonging reside.

With Mandarin language at its core, the production aims to cultivate a love for the arts and language in young children.

The experience begins even before the curtain rises—families are welcomed into an interactive pre-show activity area that introduces ocean conservation themes through fun, hands-on games and displays.

Showtimes & Venue

Dates: 22–31 August 2025

Times:

• Tue–Fri: 9:30am, 11:30am
• Sat–Sun: 11:00am, 2:00pm, 4:00pm
  Duration: ~55 minutes
  Venue: Drama Centre Black Box, National Library Building Level 5

Age Advisory

• Recommended for ages 5–8
• Admission for ages 3 and above only
• All children must be accompanied by an adult
• No admission for infants in arms or children under 3

Tickets & Promotions

Tickets are available at Peatix:

Standard (Free Seating)

• Tuesday – Friday: $38
• Saturday – Sunday: $42

Early Bird (7–30 June 2025): 20% off with promo code 25NYTEB

Family Package (4 tickets per transaction):

• Tuesday – Friday: $130
• Saturday – Sunday: $144

Other Discounts (from 1 July 2025):

• 15% off for schools, NYT 9-Fan Members, and artists
• 10% off for HomeTeamNS, Kinokuniya, PAssion, and SAFRA members
• 20% off for NYT 9-Cell Grid Donors

For school bookings and group enquiries, email: admin@nineyearstheatre.com

Find out more here.