The Sapphires

The Sapphires

From the stage to the screen, and back to the stage HIT Productions presents a national-tour of well-loved Australian play The Sapphires.

Set in 1968 during the Vietnam war The Sapphires, which is loosely based on the life of writer Tony Briggs’ mother, tells the story of four Yorta Yorta women from regional Australia who sing soul music. It follows them through their struggles with personal changes and massive social upheaval.

Briggs, who wrote the original play, will be directing this version of the show for the first time. Producer Christine Harris says that working with him on this show has been a great journey.

“His passion for his play has translated beautifully on stage in this exciting production,” she says.

The story has already won multiple awards as a play, film and soundtrack album. But Briggs promises that this version of the story will be the most intimate telling yet.

“I hope the audience will feel a fresh sense of connection to a story that has already successfully infiltrated the psyche of the Australian theatre and movie-going public and get a sense of joy and understanding of who Aboriginal people are,” he explains.

The Casula Powerhouse is just one of many stops the show will make on its national tour, with the cast and crew making use of a pop-up stage to take the show to remote aboriginal communities.

“A lack of venue in their local town can obstruct opportunities for many to experience any kind of theatrical experience,” says Briggs. 

“It has long been my dream to share this yarn with as many of the Aboriginal communities as possible.”

Feb 23. Casula Powerhouse Arts Center, 1 Powerhouse Road, Casula $35-$40+b.f.. Tickets & Info: www.casulapowerhouse.com

By Allison Hore

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