Home Grown
SUN 2 NOV
Phar Lap
The Electro-Swing Musical
Book, Music and Lyrics by Steven Kramer
Presented by Hayes Theatre Co
The musical that stops the nation
WORLD PREMIERE
Directed by Sheridan Harbridge
Not just another absurdist, electro-swing musical comedy about a thoroughbred racehorse, Phar Lap is a rags-to-riches story with a big heart. If you’re thinking elaborate life-size puppetry and dazzling special effects, you couldn’t be more wrong (we don’t have the budget). Suspend your disbelief as an actor swaps his horseshoes for tap shoes to play one of Australia’s most beloved icons.
When an awkward, gangly horse from New Zealand meets a hapless, down-on-his-luck, trainer, they embark on a classic underdog story to win the Melbourne Cup, and Australians’ hearts and minds. The road isn’t easy – there are gambling scandals, double-crosses, an attempted shooting, and a career-threatening addiction to sugar. It’s high stakes, high drama, and highly historically accurate.
Phar Lap boasts an irresistible electro-swing score, with inspirations from Duke Ellington to Daft Punk. Brassy, lively and retro – these songs will take you from the race course to the rave hall.
Pop the champagne, harness up, and get ready for a wild ride.
Prices
Previews
Adult $69
Concession/Group (8+) $64
Under 35 $55
Mid-Week Matinees
Adult $79
Concession/Group (8+) $69
Under 35 $60
Weeknights & Saturday Matinees
Adult $89
Concession/Group (8+) $79
Under 35 $69
Friday & Saturday Evenings
Adult $94
Concession/Group (8+) $84
*Concession prices apply to Seniors, Pensioners, Students and MEAA members.
Times
Monday 6:30pm
Tuesday – Saturday 7:30pm
Thursday 1:00pm
Saturday 2:00pm
*No matinee performance on Sat 18 Oct
*No matinee performance on Thu 23 Oct
*Post show Q&A on Mon 27 Oct
*Captioned performance on Wed 5 Nov
Running Time
Approx. 105 minutes – no interval
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Captioned Performance - WED 5 NOV
Content Warnings
The productions contains strobe, flashing lights, theatrical haze, gunshot sound effects, adult themes and many horse puns. Recommended for 16+.
Additional Info
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Creatives
Starring Shay Debney, Lincoln Elliott, Joel Granger, Manon Gunderson-Briggs, Amy Hack, Nat Jobe, Joey Phyland and Justin Smith.
Director Sheridan Harbridge
Musical Supervisor Steven Kramer
Musical Director David Gardos
Choreographer Ellen Simpson
Associate Director & Stage Manager Daniel Cottier
Set Designer Hailley Hunt
Costume Designer Mason Browne
Lighting Designer Trent Suidgeest
Sound Designer Liam Roche
Arranger & Orchestrator Jack Earle
Orchestrator & Track Producer Steve Toulmin
Associate Track Producer Glenn Moorhouse
Ableton/Keyboard Programmer David Youings
Sound Content Designer Matty James
Production Manager Damion Holling
Assistant Stage Manager Nathan Sandy
Sound Engineer Em-Jay Dwyer
Set Design Assistant Adrien Stark
Costume Design Assistant Jess Dilworth
Musical Director’s Assistant Lauren Shaw
Intimacy Coordinator Chloë DallimorePlease note:
- The role of Madame X will be played by Joey Phyland on Saturday 25 October (2:00pm & 7:30pm)
- The role of Announcer will be played by Joey Phyland on Thursday 20 November (7:30pm), Friday 21 November (7:30pm), or Saturday 22 November (2:00pm & 7:30pm)
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Accessibility
Captioned Performance
Wednesday 5th November at 7:30pm
Patrons are able to view captions on large screens in Rows E – Rows H.
Patrons seated in Rows A – Rows D can access the captions via their mobile phones. Instructions and QR codes will be available in the foyer prior to the performance.
Please contact the Box Office if you require assistance to book seats with a view of the captioning screens (Row E and behind).
Wheelchair SeatingA limited number of accessible seats are available in the front row of the theatre (A13-A15). These, as well as Companion seats, can be purchased through the ‘Book Now’ link.
Please contact the box office on (02) 8065 7337 to make onstage bookings and if you have any questions regarding our accessibility.
For further information on our accessible practices and facilities, please head to our Accessibility Page.
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