QPAC

Queensland Theatre Gaslight

20 Feb - 3 Mar 2024
Playhouse
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$56 - $169 *
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2 hours 30 minutes
including interval, subject to change without notice

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“In this world there is always danger for those who are afraid of it.” George Bernard Shaw

Young, trusting and fragile – Bella Manningham thinks she’s losing her mind. In the evenings, she hears strange noises. The sitting-room gas lamps dim for no apparent reason. Is Bella’s loving relationship with her urbane partner Jack all that it seems?

Patrick Hamilton’s 1938 play introduced us to the powerful term we now use to describe an insidious form of deception and manipulation.

This liberating adaptation by Johnna Wright and Patty Jamieson, which world premiered at the 2022 Shaw Festival, is a gripping, reimagined thriller of daring and doubt. Will the ‘gaslighting’ have its intended dire effect, or will our heroine find the strength to save herself?

Important Information

Age Recommendation

This performance is suitable for a general audience. As it is a full-length theatrical performance, it is recommended for ages 13 and up.

Warning

This production uses simulated weapons, lightning, dynamic sound and haze effects.

In-depth content advisories with spoilers can be found here [PDF 1MB].

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Casting Notice

The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist at any performance. No refunds or exchanges will be offered as a result of an artist’s unavailability to perform at any performance.

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Cast & Creatives

  • Geraldine Hakewill
  • Toby Schmitz
  • Kate Fitzpatrick
  • Courtney Cavallaro
  • Adapted by Johnna Wright and Patty Jamieson
  • Directed by Lee Lewis

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