6-22 October 2011
By Ferenc Alexander Zavaros,
“I’m following the water, afloat with the current. I’m almost there.”
Lucky is a story of hope, determination and illusion. A young man puts his faith in a human trafficker to guide him across a treacherous sea in search of the brother who set sail before him. He dreams of a better life for himself and his family, but what will he wake up to? This evocative and poetic text is realised in a work of exquisite physical theatre, taking the audience on a journey that ebbs and flows between life and death, fears of the unknown and visions of a new land.
“A captivating , visually ravishing ‘physical theatre’ piece … A powerful paean to family, love and loss. Thoroughly recommended” Lynne Lancaster, Sydney Arts Guide
“A beautiful, intricate, evocative exploration of people-smuggling, refugees, and dreams for a better life … an important piece of theatre.” Jodi McAlister, Australian Stage Online
BOOK TICKETS ONLINE HERE or Phone 1300 306 776
Special Event: Post-Show Forum Sunday 16 October
This special post-show forum will facilitate discussion of the asylum seeker experience, presenting the facts and figures, examining Australia’s response to humanitarian need, and raising awareness of opportunities for Australians to support the protection of human rights. Get a real insight into the current issues facing asylum seekers as past refugees share their stories.
SPEAKERS INCLUDE: John Shan Sri Lankan Tamil refugee from Glebe, Loi Lam Vietnamese refugee from Castle Hills, Dianne Hiles ChilOut (Children Out of Immigration Detention Inc), Lucy Morgan The Refugee Council of Australia
Playwright Ferenc Alexander Zavaros, who has come to Sydney from Holland for this Australian premiere production, together with director/producer Sama Ky Balson and the cast of Lucky will also take part in the discussion.
Photos © Robbie Pacheco
CREATIVE TEAM
Director / Set Designer Sama Ky Balson
Collaborative Movement Director Kirk Page
Lighting Designer Ross Graham
Costume Designer Azure Chapman
Sound Designer / Composer Joseph Nizeti
Music Director Karina Bes
Rigging Designer Ingrid Kleinig
Show Rigger Tully Ward
Stage Manager Jeremy Page
Assistant Stage Manager Jen Carmody
IPAN Production team Alice Poujois, Sheri Pierce, Kai Raisbeck, Sama Ky Balson, Sopa Enari, Samantha Hardy, Jasmine DeCarlo
Cast Guy Simon, Drew Wilson, Hoa X, Conrad Le Bron
PERFORMANCE TIMES
Tues– Sat @ 8pm, Sun @ 5pm
EDUCATION PERFORMANCES FOR SCHOOLS
Tuesday 18 October @ 11am
Teachers: Download a Lucky Education Pack
TICKET PRICES
Full $30 | Concession $25 | Group $25 (10+) | Preview Wednesday 5 October $20 |
CHEAP TUESDAYS – “Pay What You Can” (conditions apply)
Education Performances only – School Groups $17 each (10+)
RUNNING TIME
60mins
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