What’s happening?
Beloved children’s entertainer Emma Memma has announced an extra show in Toowoomba, which will also be the first concert filmed from her Dance Island Party Tour 2025. Families will sing, sign and dance along to favourites like Coconut Tree, Beach Trolley and Jellyfish Blob from her new Dance Island Party! album, alongside classics from the Boop and Twirl Tour.
Why it matters
Emma Memma continues to empower young audiences through movement, creativity, and inclusiveness. With Auslan interpreters at every 45-minute show, the tour celebrates visual communication, friendship, and accessibility. Each performance features Emma Memma, Elvin Melvin, BB Butterfly, Waffles the Wombat, and her Memma Mates: creating a joyful, interactive experience for children of all abilities.
By the Numbers
• The Dance Island Party! album features 11 new tracks, including island-inspired favourites like Coconut Tree and Jellyfish Blob.
• Emma Memma has earned three ARIA nominations and awards, including a 2023 win and a 2025 nomination for Best Children’s Album.
• Each show runs for 45 minutes, featuring Auslan and English throughout, with Emma and Elvin signing and singing for accessibility.
Zoom In
Each Dance Island Party show blends dance, sign language, and storytelling. Emma’s on-stage energy and use of Auslan connect with children who are deaf or hearing, offering a shared experience of rhythm and colour. Her Toowoomba performance will stand out as the first show recorded for future release—capturing the excitement of local fans.
Zoom Out
Since leaving The Wiggles in 2021, Emma Watkins has reshaped children’s entertainment under her new identity as Emma Memma. Her dedication to sign language and early childhood learning earned her the 2024 Tina Arena Special Impact Award and collaborations with Bluey, Ms Rachel, Blippi and Sesame Street. The Dance Island Party! album continues her mission to make learning joyful and inclusive.
Local Impact
Toowoomba families can expect a lively and inclusive celebration that encourages creativity, movement, and communication. The filming of the show adds national attention to the Garden City, spotlighting its enthusiastic community of young fans.
What to look for next
Ticket updates HERE and the release of the filmed Toowoomba concert.