About us
The Funtones are an entertainment group for children based in Melbourne, Australia.
The funtones story
“We’re The Funtones! And how are you?” Lisa and Mark are The Funtones, an award-nominated musical duo bringing songs packed with movement and feel-good fun for children up to 5.
Their show encourages fun, play and imagination for everyone. Kids will be dancing along to hit original songs such as Dancing Like Spaghetti and #1 single Movin’ and Groovin’, as well as engaging with traditional favourites such as Hokey Pokey and Dr Knickerbocker.
Two of their three albums hit #1 on iTunes, with a third. They’ve earned a Best Newcomer nomination at the 2024 MMMA Awards, and their live show has been nominated at the What’s On 4 Kids Awards.
Since launching in 2022, they’ve repeatedly toured at major festivals and events including the Good Friday Appeal Kids Day Out, Moonee Valley Festival, Bendigo Easter Festival, and many more.
Get ready to sing, dance and clap along with Mark and Lisa to Funtones original songs and traditional favourites.
Meet Mark!
Mark Cluning is an award-winning actor, director, children’s entertainer and educator from Melbourne. With a background in education, Mark developed The Funtones to blend performance experience and educational training with the aim to support children's development through music, play and fun. Mark directed an award-winning production of Grease in 2025, as well as starring in a number of musicals across Melbourne such as The Wizard of Oz, Moon Over Buffalo, Singin’ in the Rain, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and many more.
Meet Lisa!
Lisa Gatenby is a comedian and entertainer for all ages. She has sold out festival shows, guest hosted on Triple M radio, toured across Australia, New Zealand and the US, and opened for comedy greats including Dave Hughes, Dave O’Neil and Dave Thornton. Lisa also tours her kids comedy show Winni Wizard and hosts various events across Melbourne.
Her audience interaction is the definition of engagement.— Weekend Notes