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 Left - Des Fleming. Photo - Ponch Hawkes
All heroes are not created equal
The true story of the whaling ship ‘Catalpa’, and her astonishing captain George Anthony has been described as one of the most extraordinary prison escapes of all time. It was a mission that spanned the globe and culminated in the rescue of six Irish political prisoners from Fremantle gaol in 1876.
Donal O'Kelly's Catalpa is one of the most stunningly innovative pieces of Irish theatre in recent years. A frustrated, insomniac screenwriter acts out his un-filmed masterpiece entirely inside his own head. Becoming dozens of different characters, he brilliantly recreates this little known chapter of Australian convict history. It is a tale of daring, courage and loyalty, brought to life by word and sound alone.
This new production of Catalpa is performed by Des Fleming, directed by Alice Bishop, with original music and sound performed live by Wally Gunn. This richly lyrical one-man show is the theatrical debut of ITCH Productions and will establish them as a vibrant addition to the cultural life of Melbourne.
“ A masterpiece…of mind-boggling versatility…a searingly satirical, comic, tragic, profoundly sensitive play…” THE SCOTSMAN
“ It's a triumph, a joy and a delight. I beg you to go and see it." THE IRISH TIMES
Catalpa
By Donal O’Kelly
Venue: Mechanics Institute Performing Arts Centre | Cnr Sydney and Glenlyon Roads, Brunswick
Preview: Wed May 7th - Tickets $15
Season: May 8th -18th Tuesday to Saturday @ 8pm
Saturday Matinee @ 2pm, Sunday Matinee @ 5pm
Tickets: $25 full/$20 conc
Bookings: SMS or call 0432 313 613 or online
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www.catalpa.com.au
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