New production coming to Northbridge's Studio Underground
A one-man monologue, Blue, explores the idea of growing up in the years of early adulthood, following Mark who has just moved away from home for the first time. Thomas Weatherall as Malakai in Heartbreak High S2. Credit: Johan Platt /Netflix / Courtesy of Netflix
Delving into themes that explore a young man's struggle to handle his mental health, the play, although not completely autobiographical, is heavily influenced by Weatherall's own experiences.
The production has won the 2024 Matilda Award for Best New Australian Work.
Weatherall played the lead in the east coast version of the production, but Perth raised, NIDA and WAAPA graduate Owen Hasluck will perform the lead role.
'We're thrilled to welcome Owen to Black Swan,' Artistic Director Kate Champion said.
'Blue is a play full of heart, honest and hope… we know this WA premiere will be something truly special.'
The play is directed by Ian Wilkes, another alumni of WAAPA and theatre all-rounder, having been a playwright, performer and dancer throughout Western Australia.
Blue will be at the Studio Underground at the State Theatre Centre of WA from May 23 to June 8, tickets can be purchased from www.blackswantheatre.com.au
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