theatre works and cluster arts global in association with btc productions present
written and performed by peter cook
Breaking the Castle
15 - 19 JULY | THEATRE WORKS
written and performed by peter cook
After five-star seasons in Edinburgh and Off-West End in London, Breaking The Castle returns to Australia.
Breaking the Castle follows the story of David, a struggling actor whose life is a chaotic blend of substance abuse, Shakespearean soliloquies, failed auditions, and debilitating mental health. David takes himself to the brink, until an unlikely lifeline offers hope in the mountains of South-East Asia.
This is not your average tale of addiction. It's a razor-sharp, darkly comic ride through one man’s chaos, full of warmth, laughter, and surprising hope. Think Trainspotting meets Fleabag - raw, real, and unexpectedly hilarious, with a huge heart that will have you leaving the theatre feeling inspired and uplifted.
A genuine work of empathy, Breaking the Castle is a remarkable true story about the indomitable nature of the human spirit.
A POST-SHOW Q&A FOLLOWS EACH PERFORMANCE.
VENUE
Theatre Works
14 Acland Street, St Kilda
DURATION
85 minutes
WARNINGS
Coarse language, simulated drug use, portrayal of mental illness, adult themes.
Recommended for ages 15+
ACCESSIBILITY
Theatre Works is a wheelchair accessible venue. A full access guide will be available closer to the date.
★★★★★ “Hilarious An extraordinary piece of writing…Cook’s performance is a tour de force.” – Arts Hub
★★★★★ “A powerful and poignant production” - London Theatre One
DATES + TIMES
Tuesday 15 July 7:30pm (POST-SHOW Q&A)
Wednesday 16 July 7:30pm (POST-SHOW Q&A)
Thursday 17 July 7:30pm (POST-SHOW Q&A)
Friday 18 July 7:30pm (POST-SHOW Q&A)
Saturday 19 July 7:30pm (POST-SHOW Q&A)
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
$48.00
CONCESSION
$38.00
PREVIEW
$30.00
MOB TIX
$25.00
Shows in the WITH THEATRE WORKS stream align strongly our values and missions - these works we co-produce and co-present with independent artists and/or companies. Projects within this stream receive significant producing, marketing, PR and production support in addition to free use of the venue and a generous box office split.
*Seniors, Student, MEAA, Health Care and Low Income card holders
CREDITS
WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY
Peter Cook
DIRECTOR
Bridget Boyle
LIGHTING DESIGNER
Ben Hughes
SOUND DESIGNER
Kimmo Vennonen
SET DESIGNER
Raymond Milner
DIALECT COACH
Linda Nicholls-Gidley
MEET THE ARTIST -
Peter Cook
EXTRAS
Watch the Trailer
Check out the trailer for Theatre Works' upcoming season of Breaking the Castle!
In Conversation with Peter Cook
In today's Backstage Blog entry, we talk to Peter Cook, writer and performer of Breaking the Castle