Inheritance (2008)
Directed by Peter Stevens
Performances: Tue 4th - Saturday 8th November 2008, Bell Theatre
Contents
Auditions
- Sunday 6th July, 6-8pm (Rehearsal Room)
- Monday 7th July, 8-10pm (Prompt Corner)
- Tuesday 8th July, 8-10pm (Bell Theatre)
Introduction
The first half of the play takes place as the family gathers to celebrate the 80th birthday of the Myrtle twins, Girlie and Dibs, tension builds and erupts over who will inherit Allandale, the family estate. Girlie Delaney's family are struggling to make ends meet as they pay for a decision made between the sisters many years ago. Dibs Hamilton's family have mostly made lives for themselves away from home, save for Nugget, an adopted aboriginal son. The second half of the play takes place as the family gather for Farley Hamilton's funeral. Maureen Delaney, Girlie's daughter in law, has started to forge a political career with nationalistic policies. As family ties stretch to breaking point, the liberal principles of parts of the family are tested.
The play resembles an Australian version of the Cherry Orchard but funnier. It's a well written but little known play which presents a balanced depiction of socio-political issues with some great characterization.
Cast
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