SEASON SOLD-OUT! A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life, presented by THEATRE 180 and CinemaStage

A Fortunate Life

SEASON SOLD-OUT! A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life, presented by THEATRE 180 and CinemaStage

Adapted for the stage by Jenny Davis & Stuart Halusz. Directed by Stuart Halusz. Featuring Benj D'Addario, Rebecca Davis and Michael Abercromby.
Resilience, fortitude, love…an ordinary man’s extraordinary life in 20th Century Western Australia.

BOOK HERE FOR COMO THEATRE SEPT 27 – OCT 6

DATES:

Friday 27th September | 11am & 7pm
Saturday 28th September | 7pm
Thursday 3rd October | 11am

Friday 4th October | 11am & 7pm

Saturday 5th October | 2pm

Sunday 6th October | 5pm

 

A striking collaboration between artists of stage and screen honours the trials and triumphs of extraordinary everyman A.B. Facey, whose award-winning Australian classic autobiography, A Fortunate Life, has been adapted for theatrical presentation.

With 141 performances to date and now back by popular demand, THEATRE 180 and CinemaStage bring this classic 20th Century tale into a new era of storytelling, with live performances in cinemas.

‘A Fortunate Life’ embraces themes that are intrinsic to our history and culture as modern Australians – resilience, fortitude, hope and integrity, bringing the beloved bushland to the big screen and placing humanity centre-stage.

As A.B. Facey’s extraordinary story unfolds, audiovisual projections and live actors evoke distinct natural environments, definitive historic events, and the daily grind of farmers, settlers and city dwellers throughout 20th Century Western Australia.

All ages are invited to experience this groundbreaking theatrical production – connect with generations past and present through this incredible true story – gain insight from Facey’s experiences as a bushman, sportsman, railway ganger, a World War 1 soldier and a 20th Century family man. This is a unique opportunity to become immersed in modern history and experience the combined impact of live theatre and cinema.

LOCATION:

Como Theatre, 16 Preston Street, Como, Western Australia

Important information

  • Foyer doors open one hour prior to the performance, with theatre doors opening 20 minutes prior to the performance.
  • Seating is unreserved on a first come first served basis unless accessibility requirements are advised.
  • The performance duration is 105 minutes with no interval.
  • This event is wheelchair accessible. If you have any questions about access, please get in touch via info@theatre180.com.au
  • The performance is recommended for ages 9 years and older.
  • Content warning Explosions, war scenes

Image: Stewart Thorpe Photography

COMO THEATRE, 16 PRESTON STREET COMO WA, SEPTEMBER 27 - OCTOBER 6, 2024

28 Sep 2024

03 Oct 2024

05 Oct 2024

06 Oct 2024

SEASON SOLD-OUT! A.B. Facey’s A Fortunate Life, presented by THEATRE 180 and CinemaStage

The Creative Team

Writers

Jenny Davis
Stuart Halusz

Director

Stuart Halusz

Cast

Michael Abercromby
Benj D'Addario
Rebecca Davis
Tom O'Sullivan (QLD season)

Audio Visual Design / Production

Green Man Media

Sound Designer

Ben Collins

Theme Song Composer

Craig Skelton

Stage Manager

Garry Ferguson

Additional Information & Acknowledgements

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As an independent, not-for-profit theatre company, we welcome any form of support. Donations of $2.00 or more are tax-deductible.

The THEATRE 180 Public Fund (ABN: 33 042 434 145) is a tax deductible fund listed on the Australian Government’s Register of Cultural Organisations maintained under Subdivision 30-F of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.

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THEATRE 180 Public Fund

Robin Tunnicliffe FCPA CPM, Jenny Davis OAM, Stuart Halusz


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