Stirling Players presents the Australian Premiere of Hansard by Simon Woods, Directed by Sally Putnam.
This episode of For the Love of Theatre Podcast is Hosted by Annabel Whitford, Admin Officer for the University of Adelaide Theatre Guild & The Theatre Association of South Australia (T.A.S.A) Committee Member. This episode focuses solely on The Stirling Players' upcoming production of Hansard. Annabel interviews Director, Sally Putnam and some voiceover work has been provided by the Vice President of The Stirling Players, Bronwyn Chapple.
More About Our Guest Host
Annabel Whitford is a dedicated theatre enthusiast who has stage-managed several productions and serves as the Administrator of the Theatre Guild. An avid tap dancer, Annabel is part of the Dragonfly Dance performing company and believes in the importance of supporting the arts in all its forms. In her spare time, she co-hosts and edits the occasional podcast and has been fortunate enough to interview television writers and producers. Whether working behind the scenes, tapping out rhythms, or discussing TV shows, Annabel is committed to contributing to and promoting the arts community.
MORE ABOUT THE PLAY
Simon Woods’ first play Hansard, had an impressive debut and sold out season at The National Theatre UK in 2019.
Stirling Players will be presenting the Australian premiere under the direction of Sally Putnam and two of Adelaide’s most experienced actors, Anita Canala and Andrew Clark.
Hansard is an intimate and intense domestic drama about a marriage. It is also a comedy about politics, identity and the failings of the ruling class told with witty sarcasm and much passive aggression between a long-married couple of differing political views.
A prim Tory MP (Robin Hesketh) and his liberal, bohemian wife (Diana) quarrel and exchange witty barbs in their Cotswold cottage. The year is 1988 and Robin has arrived home from Westminster after voting for an important piece of legislation in Maggie Thatcher’s government. The subject of the new law and his role in helping it pass is the source of conflict and shared anguish and is integral to the deeply emotional and heart-rending reveal at the end.
The title, ‘Hansard’ refers to the transcripts of parliamentary debates in Britain and Commonwealth countries, including Australia. This play presents us with another verbatim record of a more personal and compelling debate.
SEASON
September 12 - 27th
Evening shows: 7.30 pm,
(12th, 19th, 26th and 27th)
Matinees: 3 pm
(13th, 14th,20th and 21st))
Running time: 90 minutes, no interval.
BOOKINGS
Tickets - TRYBOOKING
Visit Stirling Players for more information.
www.stirlingplayers.sct.org.au
VENUE
Stirling Community Theatre,
7 Avenue Rd, Stirling.
Accessibility. Drop off area at front door.
Please call the Box Office, 0488 746 951 for wheelchair seats.
HILLS HOSPITALITY
We welcome everyone to our beautiful theatre with a free glass of sherry on arrival. Bar opens half an hour before performance. Tea, coffee and excellent Adelaide Hills wines from our partners, Howard Vineyard.
MUSIC
Gentle Instrumental by Gensanmaier https://pixabay.com/users/gensanmaier-14000784/
Title Track For the Love of Theatre Podcast, Written & Performed by Ben Waller.