Presenting an array of characters including Demon Ill-Will, Fairy Heartease, a miraculous goose, a comical horse, and various representatives of the human race, this pantomime was described in the Age as containing not much that was new, but nevertheless had a 'great deal which has proved successful in the past' (27 December 1934, p.8).
The story sees Demon Ill-Will vow to make Mother Goose (a perfect example of a contented human being) discontented and unhappy. When he causes an overgrown goose with the capacity to lay ponderous golden eggs to stray into the widow's back yard, all sorts of humorous situations arise, including a hilarious trial of strength between the Demon and Fairy Heartease. This scene was also responsible for periodic outbreaks of dance and several comic songs. Another highlight was the juvenile ballet, which consisted of children impersonating such characters as Mickey Mouse, the Three Little Pigs, the Big Bad Wolf, golliwogs, and wooden soldiers.
1934: Kings Theatre, Melbourne, 26 December 1934 - 2 February 1935.
