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Hear from the Creatives Behind Speaking in Tongues

Written by Black Swan State Theatre Company 14 August 2025 2 min

Watch our exclusive interview above to hear directly from acclaimed playwright Andrew Bovell and director Humphrey Bower as they share insights into the creation of Speaking in Tongues, opening August 23 at the Heath Ledger Theatre.

A masterful psychological thriller, Speaking in Tongues weaves together the lives of nine interconnected characters whose stories spiral from chance encounters into betrayal, mystery, and heart-stopping revelations. With overlapping dialogue, shifting timelines, and moments that will keep you questioning until the very end, Bovell’s play is as gripping as it is emotionally rich.

Be among the first to discover the themes, inspirations, and behind-the-scenes stories that bring this Australian classic to life in a Australian classic production from Black Swan State Theatre Company.

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