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Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic & Magic. Some people are born with the capacity to do great things. Some people change the world. Some people rise from humble beginnings to defeat the forces of darkness in the face of insurmountable odds. Puffs is the story of the people who sit in class next to these people. Puffs has on Jul 17 announced a final extension to its season at the Alex Theatre. It will now play an additional two weeks, concluding its record smashing Melbourne run on Sunday August 12. 2018
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Stock Take: Bitches in BusinessBusiness is War & War is Our Business Armed with the latest Givrnchy handbags, the ladies of Stock Take: Bitches in Business would like to cordially invite you to witness the wheelings and dealings if the WHOAWHAM Corporation. Taking you on an odyssey og absurd proportions , you enter a workplace as denocratic, responsible and sustainably minded as the political superpowers of today... and if you arn't in it to win it ... YOU WILL BE FiRED.
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Transience (Dance)Transience features three original works. Athletic skill, storytelling and emotion combine on stage in this exciting debut for the Attitude Dance Company Impact Ensemble. Mocha is not Coffee,lAW sCHOOL - it's an absolute disaster. Addicted to their liquid allies: Deb loves a skinny latte, Carolyn English reakfast tea, Ledan soy-milk chai with a shot of de-caffeinated coffee, and Athena adores mocha. ON the cusp of multitiple mental breakdowns, these four law students fear nefver receiving an entry-level job. It's all fun and terror until one goes missing. Ambushed ( musical)A surprising new Australian musical for the dreamy, the damaged and the dysfunctional. A poignant but uplifting coemedy this fresh musical queries the romantic notion of soulmates, using Kate Bush's iconic song Wutherin Heights as an unexpected decision making guide. Gruesome Playground InjuriesGirl Scout Cookies and Bandages. Fireworks and a Funeral Performance Management (cabaret)Where can you marvel at the antics of clowns, witness juggling on a grand scale, gawk at a cavalcade of crazies in a modern day freak show, & get paid for the privilege?
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2018 Sidesault at The MelbaReturing this October, the second iteration of Circus Oz's Sidesault at The Melba Festival will feature six local, international circus companies who will present experimental works that challenge and pudh the notions of contemporary circus. Circus ZO 0 Sidesault at The Melba 18 - 21 Octeber 2018
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Mandy Patinkin in ConcertMandy Patinkin in Concert:Diaries 2018 with Adam Ben-Cavic on the piano presents the acclaiemd actor, singer and storyteller in his most elestifying role, concert performer. Andrea ChénierAndre Chénier is in danger of losing his head. As France cowers under the Rign of Terror, thepoet is falling madly, passionately in love.
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Victorian State Schools SpectacularThe 2018 Victorian Schools Spectacular will showcase 3000 young performers from more than 200 schools across Victoria for two shows. |
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2018 SeasonI have to report some very sad news inasmuch as recently La Mama had a very bad fire and was completely destroyed. The forthcoming shows at La Mama will be transferred to otther venues and when notification is forwarded Pktheatre will keep in touch.
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BECKETT THEATREIch Nibber DibberNatalie Rose, Mish Grigor and Zoë Coombs Marr sure talk a lot of shit. First loves, bowel movements, birthing moans and the global financial crisis: they tackle the messy issuesm and it;s all on tape. Generation JeansBelarus Free Theatre is a theatre company in exile. Fopunsers Natalia Lakiada and Nicolai Khalezin, are 'enemies of the state' in Belarus. TrusteesA collaboration wiith the Directors of Belarus Free Theatre: Relax. Get comfortable. Be at easewith history - with the presen. with the future. It's a free country. Say what you want to say. Everything is A OK. Right?
MERLYN THEATREBlastedA gin-swigging journalist and his young lover check into an anonymous hotel room. When a soldier and a war zone explode through the bathreeom wndow, things become barbaric. Ghost SonataAt the Ghost;s Supper, no one can conceal their ugliness, inside or outside, it dwells in us all.Z Rock Banga circus opera - it;s an energetic concoction aand spectacle that shows off some extremely pliable acrobatics with one of the wrld's most solid and infamous duos every created.
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Love is Better in the AfternoonRishard Marchelier, a Govenrment Minister comes to an hotel with his wifein the hope of seducing the oppostion's secretary into an illicit affair; what ensues is a delightful mess as he enlists his assistant Georges Pigier to aid him in the deception. Pigler finds himself stuck in the middle as he mistakenly makes an advance towards Richard's wife and suddenly is trapped in a potential dalliance himself, in the room next door o Richard's forbidden love-nest no less. |
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A Doll's House Part 2 an Australian PremiereIn 1879, Nora Helmer handed her husband her keys and left home, slamming the door behind her. but what ever happened to this famous literary figure from Henrik Ibsen'sA Doll's House? Playwright Lucas Hnath has stunned audiences with his brilliant contemporary classic, which continues Nora's story in a fascinating and funny sequel - of - sorts. Working with Children World PremiereThis complex, funny and subservice new work asks us to imagine a woman who works with children, but hasa secret she's incerdibly ashamed of. Now imagine a man who works with childrenm but says and does things in private he wouldn't want made public. Fortunately there are regulations in place to protect children from dark emotions and the vulnerability of reality. The Architect - World PremiereSuffewring from a seriuos illness, Helen is forced to hire a carer while her devoted partner takes a short overseas trip. Fiercely independent, she conceds to the deal by hiring the least likely chsisate, a young unqualified, homeless tradie called Lonnie, with a dangerous past. As their different worlds collidem, an extraordinary bond is formed across the cultural tabbos of age and class and a tragic pact takes shape Astroman - World PremiereStep back in time to the 80s. Gary Ablett has just signed with Geelong, Cyndi Lauper blartes through the stereo. And for gifted young teenager Jiimmy Djalu, the local video arcade is the place to be over summer, his mum jnows better than anyone that Jimmy is a special kid with the woerld at his feet, but will he ever find the courage to reach for the stars? Twelfth NightThis exquisite comedy is a timeless masterpiece, bursting at the seams with passion and music. Yet it all starts with a twin sister and brother shipwrecked, grief-sstricken, both believing the other to be drowned.
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Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia. |
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2018 SeasonRight Now
Do you still find him seductive, alic Right Now is a disquieting exploration of one woman's crisis, lingering between heartbreak and joy. We Need You More Than Ever
It has been an overwhelmingly exciting year for Red Stitch - sellout houses,. new audiences, loyal supporters, regional tours and a season of acclaimed new work. And, with thanks to you - a small step in the right direction with an increase to our artists fees. We are growing and the outlook for the next 6 months is no exception. Support our EOFY campaign by making tax deductible donation. The Antipodesby Annie BakerA top-notch writers room in lock-down. in pursuit of the ultimate story. A tale about people telling stories about telling stories. Lovesongby Abi Morgan A love affair told over many years. As Maggie and Billy prepare for a critical week together, their former selves re-emerge. Suddenly Last Summerby Tenessee Williams Savagely poetic and provocative, Tennessee Williams; Suddenly Last Summer is a nightmarish contemporary masterpiece. Lamb (A New Play with Songs)by Jane Brodie , music and lyrics by Mark Seymour From multi-award winning palywright Jane Bodie and featuring original songs by Mrk Seymour, Lamb is the story of one famoily on an Australian sheep farm over generations - the guilt of those who left, the lost desires of thaose who stayed behind. |
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The Happiect Refugee Live !!Anh Do's best-selling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cy, and was described by Russell Vrowe as "the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years,"Anh's stage show takes it a steo further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story. |
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DybbuksAn imagined exorcism interrogating an iconinc Yiddish story through a feminist lens.
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Irish CelticFeaturing the finest performers from the top Irish dance companies, Irish Celtic showcases thrilling and spectacular high energy dance routines with explosive rhythms and nail-biting precision.
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The Happiect Refugee Live !!Anh Do's best-selling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cy, and was described by Russell Vrowe as "the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years,"Anh's stage show takes it a steo further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.
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Mandy Patinkin in ConcertMandy Patinkin in Concert:Diaries 2018 with Adam Ben-Cavic on the piano presents the acclaiemd actor, singer and storyteller in his most elestifying role, concert performer.
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Griffin TheatreEvery play ne've produced over the past 40 years, every story that's captured the imagination, every writer who's had their first break at Griffin, all had one thing in common. Make a Donation: 2019 SeasonDead Cat BounceAs if their 20 - year gap was trouble enough, Maitilda's fightin gfor space wiith Gabe's long-time bedfelloes: misery, booze and writerly angst. She's not even convinced he's over his ex-girlfriend and publisher Angela, who was hooked on picking up his pieces. Prima FacieOne of our country's greatest actors, Kate Mulvaney, stars as Tessa-a criminal lawyer at the top of her game who knows the law permits no room for emotion. City of GoldYoung acto left Kalgoorlie dreaming of a dazzlling career. SplinterTales of missing children have always held a terrible fascination. First Love is the RevolutionThis is a play about hunger and desire. It's Romeo and Juliet pushed to deranged extremes, where the unlikely sweethearts are a 14 -year old boy and a young fox with brutal birthrights. Special ExtrasSince Ali DiedRapper, poet and award-winning author Omar Musa brings his electrifying show Since Ali Died back to the Stables after a triumphant sold-out run at Griffin's inargral Batch Festival. Love and AngerA womefesto, call to arms and long, hard kiss from a surreal showgirl, obscene beauty queen and totem critter, Betty Grumble ExhaleInterdisciplinary and intecultural, Exhale is aboutn indignity, accountability and trauma. It explores the relationships and boundaries forged between indigenous cultures on foreign lands, negotiations between environmental and urban lifestyles and rhe ability to heal through storytelling. The Happy Princeby Little Ones Theatre From the company that brought Merciless Gods to the Griffin stage comes a queer re-telling of one of Oscar Wilde's most beloved and tender stories. Glittery Clittery: A Consensual Party by Fringe Wives ClubYou're invited to join the all-singing, all-dancing Clitrati: a not-do-secret society dedicated to combating misogyny and oppression, fuelled by champagne and armed with a killer disco soundtrack Intersection 2019: ArrivalIs a collection of short plays written by some of Australia's exciting young writers. April AardvarkEZ and his gang of bullies have created a fake social media account to infict torment and misery on their fellow Middle Schoolers. The account's name, April Aardvark echoes through the halls with fear and confusion. The gang is smugly satisfied with the results until the day April Aardvark shows up for class. She is the living, breathing manifestation of the account - a mean, obscure, insult machine. The gang tries its hardest to win her over, but April has no need for friends, nor does she care who she forgets.
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Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia.
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Nearer the GodsIsaac Newton's first law of motuon are the foundation of countless human advancements. This is the story of how one of the greatest moments of scientific illumination almost didn't happen. It's 1684, the dawn of the Elightment. Bright young astronomer Esward Halley must somehow eangle the secrets of the universe from the brain of fickle and contrary Isaac Newton. At the same time he must wrestle with his faith and risk his home, family and reputation to find the money and means toshare this beautiful, powerful theory witht he world at alrge. For all the celestial bodies and scientific laws named after them, it's easy to think of our 17thCentury giants as infallibel geniuses. But here are our most powerful minds laid bare: ridiculed with self-doubt, squabbling over fame, and ensconsed in bitter intellectual rivalries. HeddaHedda Gabler is railing against her life. She didn't marryu bogan drugslinger George asman so she could play houswife in a monstrous old Coast mansion with white leather couches, blingy chandeliers and endless rounds of Aperol Spritz. She wants something much more. Now her old flame, jiert Lavborg is out of prison and off the junk, is he about to slice off a piece of George's empire? Maybe Hedda can oull some strings to work this to her advantage. 2019 SeasonHydraThe True Love Story of Charmian Clift, George Johnstone and My Brother Jack. They were writers, dreamers and free spirits. In the 1950s, Australiaq authors Charmian Clift and George Johnston fled halfway across the world to the idyllic Greek island of Hydra, determined to carve out a bohemina living as artists.
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Mandy Patinkin in ConcertMandy Patinkin in Concert:Diaries 2018 with Adam Ben-Cavic on the piano presents the acclaiemd actor, singer and storyteller in his most elestifying role, concert performer. |
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2019 SeasonThe Death of a SalesmanAs the death-ratle of American optimism eschoes through the land of the Free Marketm travelling salesman Willy Loman loses himself in the haklycon days of the past.
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Mad for LoveThe internationally celebrated Grammy-award winning coloratura soprano Sumi Jo returns to Australia this July for a series of unmissabel concerts.
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The Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world.
Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia. Madiba the MusicalMadiba the Musical which celebrates the life of the former South Adrican leader, Nelson Mandela. who would have turned 100 in July this year, is interwoven with stories of the fight against apartheid and fobidden love in a troubled land.
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The Ship That Never WasTasmanina's longest running play The Ship That Never Was based on a real event in 1834 when the last ship built at the convict settlement at Macquarie Harbour was about to sail for the new prison at Poet Arthur but was hijacked by 10 convict shipwrights.
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he Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia.
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The Happiect Refugee Live !!Anh Do's best-selling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cy, and was described by Russell Vrowe as "the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years,"Anh's stage show takes it a steo further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.
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he Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-TimeFifteen year-old Christopher Boone has an extraordinary brain, exceptional at math while ill-equipped to interpret every day life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When Christopher falls under suspicion for killing hisd neighbour's dog, his detective work to identify the true culprit, takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Peter Pan goes WrongFollowing hot on the wobbly wheels of the box office hit The Play That Goes Wrong Mischielf Theatre brings its triumphant disaster Peter Pan Goes Wrong from London's West End to Australia.
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Barry Humphries - The Man Behind the MaskOn this tour Barry will take audiences on a revealing, funny and moving trip through his colourful life and theatrical career in an intimate, confessional evening - seasoned with highly personal, sometimes startling, and occasionally outrageous stories - Australia's best loved entertainer will be peeling off his mask to introduce the man behind the clown.
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