by Ingle Knight
World Premiere
On September 26 1983, Australia II, skippered by John Bertrand, finally ended the USA’s 132 year domination of the America’s Cup, breaking the longest winning-streak in sporting history, in a competition that pre-dates the modern Olympics.
Relive the euphoria - the tale of Australia’s triumph and victory that placed the country on the sailing and sporting world map. Join the boys from Down Under in their quest for the highly desired ‘holy grail’ of sport.
This work specially commissioned for the 25th anniversary brings together eight of WA’s finest actors and will be a true celebration of West Australian cunning, ingenuity and spirit.
“Any boss who sacks a worker for not turning up today is a bum.”
The Hon. Robert J Hawke MP
(Australian Prime Minister 1983 -1991)
Reviews
"[Director Neill] Gladwin couldn't have done any better than casting Sean Walsh as Alan Bond".
Mark Naglazas, The West Australian"An exciting, funny and emotional two hours. An astounding production with fabulous acting".
Theatre Australia Online"Guaranteed to get the blood pumping and raise more than a wry smile or two".
Simonne Michelle-Wells, Australian Stage Online"Bless this play and all who sail on her... Taking Liberty will entirely satisfy".
Victoria Laurie, The Australian
Taking Liberty programmes (including script) are available for $10.
Please call Gemma on 08 9323 3433 for more information.
Cast & Crew
- Lucy Birkinshaw-Campbell
Lighting Designer - Reg Cribb
Actor - Benj D'Addario
Actor - Anna Dymitr Hawkes
Stage Manager - Neill Gladwin
Director - Glenn Hall
Actor - Stuart Halusz
Actor - Ingle Knight
Playwright - Damon Lockwood
Actor - Sam Longley
Actor - Rohan Nichol
Actor - Kingsley Reeve
Sound Design - Sean Walsh
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