Synopsis
Five OAP Plays
Pane di Casa
Written by Carlotta Migliolo
Directed by Carlotta Migliolo & Katerina Zafiris
The cast: Mathew Da Via, Carlotta Migliolo, Monisha Inserra, Josephine Boffa, Janine McGrath, Darshini Nadarajan, Rishi Kanojia, and Marina Bartolameazzi
Synopsis:
Pane Di Casa (A Taste of Home) is a bilingual English/Italian play that focuses on the struggles that migrants go through, and the everyday obstacles that they face. The play also encourages the audience to reflect on the individual and collective benefits of choosing kindness when approaching others.
Schmattes
Written by Alison Knight
Directed by George Werther
The cast: Blake Stringer and Danielle Carey
Synopsis:
‘Then I see the door. Suddenly just there, in the brickwork. Open a crack. I dive through it. It slams behind me.’ An encounter with an enigmatic stranger on Flinders Lane will change the course of Linda’s life.
To Life
Written by Samantha Law
Directed by Elise D’Amico
The cast: Samantha Law
Synopsis:
To Life is a culinary exploration of family, heritage and the complexity of life. The play navigates the intricacies of a cherished family recipe, weaving together tales of love and loss, the relentless pursuit of perfection and the secrets behind the elusive long life noodles. Immerse yourself in a story that lingers, just like the ghosts of the past.
Corrector
Written by Maximillian Gill
Directed by Joe Dias
The cast: Amit Desai and Joe Dias
Synopsis:
In a midnight encounter, a mysterious figure provides a desperate Refugee a chance for safety and belonging in a new country. This ‘Corrector’ offers a new way to assimilate into a new culture. The Refugee, haunted by the traumas of war, hesitates, fearing the loss of identity and heritage. This play examines cultural identity, sacrifice, and the price of acceptance in a world marked by conflict and displacement.
Echoes of Healing
Written by Zè Luis and Marjan Mesbahi
Additional Text by Marjan Mesbahi
Directed by Joe Dias
The cast: Marjan Mesbahi
Synopsis:
Echoes of Healing reflects the universal themes of compassion, resilience, and the pursuit of a dream. It reminds us that healing knows no boundaries, and those who dedicate themselves to the service of others can bridge the gaps between cultures and countries, making the world a better place one heartbeat at a time.