By Gilbert & Sullivan
Adapted by Richard Carroll
Generously supported by The Russell Mills Foundation
Presented by Hayes Theatre Co in association with The Art House Wyong
The G&S classic… re-wired and re-booted.
(Swash) buckle up for an epic voyage…
Hayes Artistic Directors Richard Carroll and Victoria Falconer harness the irreverent, genre-busting spirit of a sprawling, satirical, musical masterwork, and bring it to raucous new life for a 21st-century audience. This brand-new, boisterously joyful adaptation is brought to life by just four bold performers.
Between them, this intrepid quartet bring to life:
- The Pirate King, devoted to a life of swashbuckling and skullduggery – as long as the hours aren’t too demanding.
- Ruth, the nursemaid who hasn’t been entirely truthful, but who reveals a natural talent and appetite for piracy.
- Mabel, a young woman thirsty for new experiences (and just plain thirsty).
- Frederic, our young hero thrown into an existential battle between his old and new worlds by a series of irritating administrative errors.
- A Major-General devoted to respectability, but tormented by the shame he has brought onto his ancestors-by-purchase.
- Plus; the motley pirate crew, a troupe of singing police recruits, Mabel’s eclectic group of sisters; and the faithful piratical accomplice/pianist, Fish Cake.
Book onstage seating to really be a part of the action!
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 $84
Concession/Group (8+) $74
Under 35 $65
Friday, Saturday & Sunday Evenings
Adult $89
Concession/Group (8+) $79
*Concession prices apply to Seniors, Pensioners, Students and MEAA members.
Times
Tuesday – Saturday 7:30pm
Thursday 1:00pm
Saturday 2:00pm
Sunday 5:00pm
*No matinee performance on Thu 20 Feb
*Post show Q&A on Tuesday 25 February
*Captioned performance on Wednesday 5 March
Running Time
Approx. 2 hours – including interval
Content Warnings
Some mildly salty language, comically inept stage combat, and risk of spontaneous harmonica.
Also, theatrical haze and flashing lights.
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Captioned Performance - WED 5 MAR
Onstage Seating
There are multiple onstage seating options for this performance, including Sofas, an Armchair and Table Seating. All chairs are cushioned, upholstered furniture.
Table seating includes high stools.
Additional Info
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Cast & Creatives
Starring Jay Laga’aia and Brittanie Shipway
Director Richard Carroll
Arranger & Musical Supervisor Victoria Falconer
Assistant Director & Choreographer Shannon Burns
Set Designer Nick Fry
Costume Designer Lily Mateljan
Sound Designer Daniel Herten -
Accessibility
Captioned Performance
Wednesday 5th March 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 (A11-A13). These, as well as Companion seats, can be purchased through the ‘Book Now’ link.
Wheelchair Patrons also have the option of booking onstage seating. 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.