What kind of people brought about Federation? Who was it that created Australia as a nation? Idealistic, complex, and energetic, yet to some modern eyes, limited by the beliefs of their era. The cause they strove for, the dilemmas they faced, are strongly relevant today, in a time of concern about globalisation, race, social inequality and national division. This richly textured and extensively researched play presents the complex vision and political, personal and spiritual life of Alfred Deakin, often called this country’s greatest Prime Minister.
Written and Directed by Darryl Emmerson
Performed by Mark Lawrence, Christina McLachlan, Ezra Bix, Annie Ryall, Alex Thomson
Composer: Brett Wake
Musician: Joe Bourke
Movement: Janice Florence
Costumes and Set: Madeline Nibali
Lighting and Sound: Shane Grant
Livestream 24 June
For more information visit https://lamama.com.au/whats-on/la-mama-courthouse-autumn-2022/talking-to-the-future/
