theatre works presents
by conor mcdermottroe
directed by greg carroll
Swansong
13 - 22 MARCH | EXPLOSIVES FACTORY
Swansong
VENUE
by conor mcdermottroe
directed by greg carroll
Discover the compelling journey of Austin 'Occi' Byrne, brilliantly portrayed by Andre De Vanny, in this captivating production directed by Greg Carroll. "Swansong" is a poignant exploration of the unyielding bond between a mother and her son, set against the backdrop of 1960s society.
Witness the resilience and love of Occi and his mother as they navigate a world that has turned its back on them. This emotionally charged play delves into themes of survival, the power of human connection, and the triumph of the spirit in the face of adversity. Through a blend of lyrical prose and authentic performances, "Swansong" offers a moving and inspirational narrative.
Join us for an unforgettable theatrical experience. "Swansong" is not just a play; it's an emotional journey that resonates with hope, courage, and the indomitable strength of love. This production is a must-see for anyone who appreciates powerful storytelling and the transformative impact of theatre.
Explosives Factory
Rear Laneway 67 Inkerman Street, St Kilda
DURATION
90 Minutes
WARNINGS
This performance contains strong language, theatrical depictions of violence, depiction of a disability, references to mental health.
ACCESSIBILITY
Explosives Factory is accessed via a flight of stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
“De Vanny contrasts alarming aggression and piteous vulnerability to unnerving dramatic effect. It’s a protean incarnation of a damaged character, the sort of vehicle that wins Oscars.” - The Age ★★★★
“EVERYBODY IN MELBOURNE GO AND SEE SWANSONG AT @Theatre_Works IMMEDIATELY IT IS A GODDAMN MASTERCLASS (sorry for shouting, but really....)” - Virginia Gay
DATES + TIMES
Wednesday 13 March - 7:30pm
Thursday 14 March - 7:30pm
Friday 15 March - 7:30pm
Saturday 16 March - 7:30pm
Tuesday 19 March - 7:30pm
Wednesday 20 March - 7:30pm
Thursday 21 March - 7:30pm
Friday 22 March - 7:30pm
Theatre Works has a lockout policy for latecomers. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to ensure you don't miss out.
Refunds will not be issued to latecomers.
TICKETS
FULL PRICE
$50.00
CONCESSION*
$42.00
PREVIEW
$28.00
20 at $20**
N/A
MOB TIX
$20.00
*Seniors, Student, MEAA, Health Care and Low Income card holders
**Limited to 20 tickets per performance
Shows in this stream are produced and presented by Theatre Works in-house, lead by artists who are either on staff and/or alumni of our professional development programs.
CREDITS
WRITTEN BY
Conor McDermottroe
DIRECTED BY
Greg Carroll
PERFORMED BY
Andre DeVanny
PRODUCED BY
Theatre Works
MEET THE ARTIST -
Andre DeVanny
Andre DeVanny won Best Male Actor in a main stage play at the 2015 Green Room Awards for his performance as “Ray” in Glory Dazed for Red Stitch Theatre Company in Melbourne. Recent theatre credits include the role of “Ken” playing opposite Colin Friels in the two hander Red for the Melbourne Theatre Company and “Private David Taylor” in the Australian Tour of War Horse for The National Theatre of London.
Andre is a graduate of Melbourne based 16th St. Acting Studio and has studied with esteemed acting coach Ivana Chubbuck at her LA studio. Andre has also worked extensively in Film, Television and Animation.
