From the company and director of the 2007 hit tour, The Memory of Water.
A Day In The Death of Joe Egg is part vaudeville, part tragedy and part comedy... but always courageous and heartfelt.
A thought-provoking and very funny modern classic, that holds a justified place in London's National Theatre's list of the most significant plays of the twentieth century.
"It's glorious theatre. Without doubt it's a beautifully crafted work, wonderfully staged and directed." -Sydney Stage Online.
A Day in The Death of Joe Egg is the story of a young married couple, Bri (Brian) and Sheila. Bri really should have been an entertainer of some sort. He could have been a writer, a stand up comedian, a star of the silver screen. Sharp witted and able to turn the toughest of situations into a stand up comedy routine, life with Bri is always entertaining.
However Bri isn't living the dream. Bri and Shelia, though a young and fun loving couple, are struggling not to give way to the pressures of caring for their disabled daughter, Joe, nicknamed "Joe Egg".
One night it all comes to a fateful climax with the visit of unwanted friends, with their unwanted advice and help, and Bri's clever and funny lounge room antics becoming more and more revealing.
Peter Nichols' reminds us that it takes bravery and courage to face life's adversities and that if you don't laugh, you'll cry.
"Kim Hardwick's sensitive direction, together with excellent performances from Gavin and Davis makes for gripping theatre."
-Sunday Telegraph
"Director Kim Hardwick has got this just right...this is a handsomely produced show with designer Alexandra Sommer employing the now-trendy Parker-Knoll vibe without going over the top. Phillip Scott's score of disintegrating Christmas carols is very effective and Martin Kinnane's lighting cues add a gentle pulse to the drama."
-The Sun Herald Featuring an exceptional ensemble cast: Genevieve Mooy (Frontline, The Dish, Brides of Christ), Jonathan Gavin (2 Pianos 4 Hands), Julia Davis(Bell Shakespeare, Wilde Tales), Drew Fairley (Bangers and Mash), Susannah Hardy and Kate Worsley. Director Kim Hardwick
Production design by Alex Sommer
Lighting Designer Martin Kinnane
Composer Phillip Scott (The Wharf Revue) Originally co-produced with Darlinghurst Theatre Company For more information including cost email Sean Pardy: sean@criticalstages.com.au or phone 02 9331 3107 |
