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By Kat Halstead
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Stage version of popular show is full of magic and wonder.
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Bluey's Big Play
What's the Story?
In BLUEY'S BIG PLAY, Bluey, Bingo, and their mom (voiced by Melanie Zanetti) and dad (David McCormack) are having a great time playing together. But when Dad gets tired and goes off to spend time on his phone, Bluey and Bingo hatch a plan to hide it from him so that he'll play with them for longer. Along the way, Mum also helps them to understand what being a good big and little sister looks like.
Is It Any Good?
World-class puppetry inspires awe, familiar characters (voiced by the regular series actors) delight kids, and musical interludes get everyone dancing to this energetic stage show. Bluey's Big Play does a great job of offering something different and magical but not stepping too far away from everything kids know and love about the animated TV show. Bluey's family are all portrayed by human-sized puppets, and Lucky's dad (Brad Elliott) also makes an appearance. In addition, there are birds that peck at the stage and fly out toward the audience, and a cute little leaf friend that helps Bingo in a sad moment. The camera pans out into the audience to show excitable faces and lots of wiggling along to the fun on stage. There are also humorous moments and great messages about what it means for Bluey to be a good big sister, and for Bingo to be a good little sister. Characters also learn the importance of family time and teamwork, as well as empathy, communication, and forgiveness—which leads to some touching moments between Bluey and Bingo, and for the adults too.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the sibling relationship between Bluey and Bingo in Bluey's Big Play. What do the two learn about themselves and each other? What do you think makes a good older sister or brother? What makes a good younger sibling?
How do the characters show empathy, communication, and teamwork? Why are these important character strengths?
Why did Bluey and Bingo hide their dad's phone? What did it make their dad realize?
How did it feel seeing the animated characters come to life on stage? How was the show similar to and different from the TV series?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : March 16, 2026
- Cast : David McCormack , Melanie Zanetti , Brad Elliott
- Directors : Rosemary Myers , Jacob Williams
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Director(s)
- Studio : Disney+
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Puppets
- Character Strengths : Communication , Empathy , Teamwork
- Run time : 49 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : March 24, 2026
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