Savages

Savages is about four men embarking on a cruise that doesn’t quite go to plan. This play explores multiple personalities the Aussie male can portray.

Actor Josef Ber, who plays the character Rabbit, describes Savages as a “relentless, energising and pulsating play that explores the darker side of manhood”.

Ber described his character as a man desperate for a holiday: “He’s a man who’s stuck in a rut and is looking to have a great time on holiday with his mates.”

“The audience can expect to be taken on a ride with these characters…They may see a bit of themselves in them, or they might recognise a friend or acquaintance,” said Ber, adding that audiences can expect confronting themes, all mixed in with humour.

Multi-award winning playwright Patricia Cornelius isn’t afraid to shy away from controversial topics. Director Tim Roseman is excited to be directing such a strong and topical play.

“Every now and again a play comes along that is so electrifying, so visceral, so white-knuckle you know it must be put on stage immediately,” he said. “Patricia has the power to make words dance, fight and sing, and it’s genuinely enthralling.”

If you’re in the mood to watch a reflective piece of theatre that discusses Australian masculinity, this play is a safe bet. (AMal)

Apr 1–May 1, various show times. Eternity Playhouse, 39 Burton Street, Darlinghurst. $30-$45. Tickets & info: darlinghursttheatre.com

BY ATHINA MALLIS

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