About Busy Izzy and Friends

Busy Izzy and Friends is an Australian children’s entertainment and educational brand created by songwriters and performers Roxanne Kiely and Stephen Kiely. Combining original picture books, music, and live musical theatre, the brand inspires young children through storytelling, creativity, and positive life lessons.

Designed for children aged 3–8, Busy Izzy and Friends promotes early learning, literacy, and wellbeing through engaging songs, colourful characters, and interactive experiences. Key themes include kindness, teamwork, curiosity, healthy living, and confidence-building.

The brand features award-winning music, educational picture books, interactive stage shows, school incursions, library programs, and community performances. Busy Izzy and Friends has performed at theatres, festivals, schools, and special events, creating joyful, inclusive experiences where children can sing, learn, and participate.

Perfect for schools, libraries, festivals and children’s events across Australia

At the heart of every story is Busy Izzy, kind, caring, and always ready to help, alongside her wonderful friends and rescue puppy, encouraging children to explore the world with confidence and imagination.

Talkative Tess, Mathematic Max, Modern Mo Li, Sensible Steven,

Bossy Bobby, Secret-Agent Skye, Even Evan, Worried Warren, Zoologist Zara and her pet gecko, Zecko and Izzy's faithful rescue puppy, Newly Truly.