Theatre

Burn it.

Two queers in a raw, dark and hilarious drama. “Powerful and edgy” – The List.

$32.00
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Two young people standing closely together against a plain black background with soft, coloured lighting that creates a blend of pink and purple tones on their skin and clothes. The person on the left is smiling slightly towards the camera, has long, wavy blonde hair and is wearing a mauve sleeveless crop top with a black choker necklace. The person on the right has short, wavy red hair and is wearing a lavender short-sleeve button-up shirt over a black bra. They have tattoos on their arms and are also looking directly at the camera with a serious expression. Their left arm is wrapped around the other person's shoulders, holding them close, while their right hand is slightly pulling the strap of the other person's shirt off their shoulder.
Two people pressed closely together and smiling happily illuminated by pink lighting, creating a warm and loving atmosphere, in front of a black background. The person on the left has long, wavy hair and is wearing a singlet. They are being held up by the person on the right, who has short, curly hair and is wearing a collared shirt. The person on the right has their arms around the person on the left's waist, lifting them slightly off the ground, while the person on the left has their hand gently placed on the other’s cheek.
Two people standing close together against a black background, illuminated by purple lighting. One person, on the left, has short hair and is wearing a light blue top under an open, long-sleeved plaid shirt. Their gaze is on the floor and their hands are clasped together near their chest, over the other person’s arm. The other person, on the right, has long hair and is wearing a sleeveless, ribbed top. They are hugging the first person from behind, resting their head on the other person’s shoulder. The overall mood appears to be sombre, as if the hug is an apology.

Image Credit: Lachie Murdoch

Two young people standing closely together against a plain black background with soft, coloured lighting that creates a blend of pink and purple tones on their skin and clothes. The person on the left is smiling slightly towards the camera, has long, wavy blonde hair and is wearing a mauve sleeveless crop top with a black choker necklace. The person on the right has short, wavy red hair and is wearing a lavender short-sleeve button-up shirt over a black bra. They have tattoos on their arms and are also looking directly at the camera with a serious expression. Their left arm is wrapped around the other person's shoulders, holding them close, while their right hand is slightly pulling the strap of the other person's shirt off their shoulder.
Two people pressed closely together and smiling happily illuminated by pink lighting, creating a warm and loving atmosphere, in front of a black background. The person on the left has long, wavy hair and is wearing a singlet. They are being held up by the person on the right, who has short, curly hair and is wearing a collared shirt. The person on the right has their arms around the person on the left's waist, lifting them slightly off the ground, while the person on the left has their hand gently placed on the other’s cheek.
Two people standing close together against a black background, illuminated by purple lighting. One person, on the left, has short hair and is wearing a light blue top under an open, long-sleeved plaid shirt. Their gaze is on the floor and their hands are clasped together near their chest, over the other person’s arm. The other person, on the right, has long hair and is wearing a sleeveless, ribbed top. They are hugging the first person from behind, resting their head on the other person’s shoulder. The overall mood appears to be sombre, as if the hug is an apology.

  • Written and Produced by: Lydia Kuelsen

  • Directed by: Jacqui Martin

  • Performed by: Sian Dowler and Lydia Kuelsen

Two queers. Camping. Post traumatic break-up.
Do they engage in wholesome, healthy processing? Or drinking, denial and making fun of trauma?

This dark, comedic play explores mental illness, abuse, unrequited love, and the complications of a friendship that acts more like a relationship. But it’s funny, we promise.

"A show that is both incredibly uncomfortable at times and ridiculously funny." Australian Stage

"Raw and powerfully emotional." The Theatre AU

Created by an entirely queer team and written with all gender non-specific characters. The show is shaped differently by different actors and has been restaged with a non-binary, AFAB duo after it’s 2023 premiere showcasing a masc and fem-presenting cast.

Director: Jacqui Martin
Cast: Sian Dowler, Lydia Kuelsen
Writer and Producer: Lydia Kuelsen

☆☆☆☆☆ “It takes genuine skill to intertwine comedy and drama.”
- Mindshare

☆☆☆☆ “Perfect chemistry and a tight script makes this play shine.”
- The List

☆☆☆☆ “A poignant and thought-provoking theatrical experience.”
- Mix 102.3

  • Duration: 50 minutes

  • Age suitability: M

  • Event warnings: Strong Coarse Language, Both Sudden And Sustained Loud Noises.

  • Content warnings: Violence, Self Harm Or Suicide, Sexual Assault Or Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Domestic Violence, Alcohol Use, Sexual References, Death, Mental Health, Eating Disorders.

  • Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Archive Room
    Cnr Lygon & Victoria Sts, Carlton, Victoria, 3053

    Wheelchair Access

    Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Archive Room is wheelchair accessible. The entrance to the venue is on Lygon St. You can head up the front stairs and through the main doors, from there head right to get to the Loading Dock. If you need step-free access, head to the driveway located on the left-hand side of the main entrance on Lygon Street. The driveway will lead you into the courtyard. From the courtyard, continue straight through the loading dock and into the Victoria Street Building, where the Archive Room will be on your left.   Volunteers will be available along the route to assist you if needed. Please don't hesitate to ask for help

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  • Full: $32.00

  • Hump Day Discount: $24.00

  • Concession: $24.50

  • Group 4+: $20.00

  • Extra Applause: $40.00

  • Blak Tix: $10.00

"It takes genuine skill to intertwine comedy and drama." - Mindshare.

mindshare.org.au

"Perfect chemistry and a tight script makes this play shine." - The List.

list.co.uk

"A poignant and thought-provoking theatrical experience, leaving audiences profoundly moved." - Mix 102.3

mix1023.com.au

Sessions: In Person Events

A single $5.50 transaction fee applies to your booking.

Date Time Venue

Wednesday, 09 October 2024

6:00pm

Festival Hub: Trades Hall - Archive Room

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Thursday, 10 October 2024

6:00pm

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Friday, 11 October 2024

6:00pm

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Saturday, 12 October 2024

6:00pm

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

5:00pm

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