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The Eisteddfod

Past Show - Season

22 Jun - 09 Jul

Studio Underground

The Eisteddfod explores the nostalgic childhood world of orphaned siblings Abalone and his sister, Gerture.

“A DISTURBINGLY FUNNY FANTASY OF SUBURBAN CHILDHOOD.”

Theatre Notes

The Eisteddfod

WA PREMIERE

Lally Katz emerged from the Melbourne indie theatre scene to become one of Australia's hottest playwrights, and is currently one of the most performed nationally. An award-winning hit at the New York International Fringe Festival, The Eisteddfod explores the nostalgic childhood world of orphaned siblings Abalone and his sister, Gerture. They are inseparable and love to play games together.

Abalone’s passion for amateur dramatics is a growing obsession, however Gerture’s interest in the imaginary worlds they create to stave off boredom is beginning to wane. But there is one ﬁnal role-playing game Abalone thinks will bring is sister around and be sure to win him the ultimate prize – that ﬁrst place ribbon at the Eisteddfod, with their rendition of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.

Lally Katz's disembodied voice leads the audience on a comic and somewhat unsettling journey. It is an intricate story, deftly told and an exciting, unpredictable production about the drama of growing up.

The Eisteddfod was originally developed and produced by Stuck Pigs Squealing Theatre Company in Australia.

Dates

22 Jun - 09 Jul

Venue

Studio Underground

Duration

1 hour 10 mins (no interval)

Content Warning

Contains strong adult themes and explicit language.

Wheelchair accessible venue

Use the calendar below to view the dates of accessibility services available for this production. Further access information and seat guides can be found via the Accessibility Page.