Fairy Finding is the brainchild of internationally acclaimed funny man and  artist Rupert Appleyard (Phileas Flash).

 

Rupert brings a wealth of experience to the show with over 20 years spent in the world of professional children's entertainment. He has won awards, performed for audiences of 20,000 people, toured the world and appeared on TV and in media both nationally and across every continent.   

 

In July 2016, Rupert was inspired to make a brand new promenade show, unique in format and vision.  Combining elements of treasure hunts, interactive storytelling, children's theatre and his own magic shows he  created Fizzlewit's Fairy Finding Tours.    

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Through 10 years of development and performance , what began as a passion project evolved into a vibrant world of entertainment for children and adults.  Rupert has entertained and enthralled countless children and families with his shows that transport them into a place where dreams and fantasy are only a playful step away.  

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As well as creating magical experiences for families, Rupert strives to help his audience learn about the real world through the experience of playing in the imaginary. Children are given the chance to show off their reading skills and solve puzzles. They learn that actions can have consequences . Through these shows they discover the importance of helping others and working together. It is the dream of the creator to help make the world a better place, one fairy tale adventure at a time... 

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As well as performing in the show as Fizzlewit, Rupert carefully designs and creates most of the colorful fairy puppets and characters as well. Before he became a wizard Rupert had amassed a huge reputation worldwide as a visionary balloon  twister, and has now transferred that sculpting knowledge to the mediums of wood carving and clay.

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In 2026 Fairy Finding is evolving once again.  as well as offering 2 different Tours and a roving experience, Rupert is finally bringing the experience of Fairy Finding inside theatres with his new show, Fizzlewit and the little dragon... 

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Contact us today and join our illustrious clients list:

• Glastonbury Festival for the Performing Arts

• Canadian National Exhibition

• Northern Alberta International Children's Festival of the Arts

• Citadel Theatre

• Edmonton Arts Council

• Silver Skate Festival

• Regina Exhibition Association Limited

• Edmonton International Street Performers Festival

• Central Alberta International Children's Festival of the Arts

• West Edmonton Mall

• Snowking's Winter Festival.