Category «theatre»

La Mama 50th Anniversary Mini-Fest

What a lucky actor I am to be a part of the LaMama 50th Anniversary festival. Much like our stunning lead, Penny Larkins, as a young music theatre student I could only dream of being a part of the leading independent theatre scene in Melbourne. Whilst I’ve left my music theatre days mostly behind and …

BLOC Music Theatre’s Wicked

After 6 months of hard work with an incredible, talented and committed cast, BLOC’s Wicked is done and dusted.  I am so proud of this show and the hard work of everyone who brought our vision to life.  From the bottom of my heart, thank you to BLOC committee, the Creative Team, our incredible, talented …

Midsumma Festival 2016

Thrilled to be returning to the Melbourne theatre scene with Burning Deck Theatre Company for 2016’s Midsumma festival. “Untitled, or The Seat of Narcissa” is playing at La Mama from 19-31st January.  From award winning writer Sofia Chapman’s Burning Deck Theatre Company, Untitled, or The Seat of Narcissa looks at the behaviour and reactions of those …

By Invitation Only [Foreign Affairs] 4th Anniversary

I’m starting rehearsals this week for a very special one off Anniversary celebration with [Foreign Affairs] ‘By Invitation Only’ – to celebrate 4 years of Pop-Up Theatre from the wonderful team!   Ssssh – it’s a party!  For one night only, this unique theatrical event will allow you to experience a range of dramatic pieces …

Lab Rat Work-in-Progress

I have spent the last few days rehearsing (and newly discovering) the wonders and magic of puppetry in theatre for a work-in-progress performance at Little Angel Theatre.  Working with the talented Alison Alexander of Genius Sweatshop and Kaveh Rahmana (So & So Circus, Gooseberry Moon) I jumped in at the last minute to be part …

To Moscow with Love

I’m currently in rehearsals for [Foreign Affairs]’ upcoming production of “To Moscow With Love” – A Chekhovian love affair. I’m so excited about this project! I love working with the team at [FA] and we have a great cast including: Trine Garrett, Camila França, Fiona Watson (who’s also directing our physical theatre component), Kryzsia Balińska, …

A Doll’s House

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What an honor to have been asked to play the role of Kristine Linde in this brand new translation of A Dolls House. I adore Ibsen’s work, and this translation by Paul Russell Garrett is stunning! Season runs from 20-24 Nov 2012 at Kingsway Pop Up Theatre, Holborn. West End baby! Directed by Camila Franca …