Welcome back to the Theatre!

May 27, 2022

Unsolicited Male - home@2x

Without theatre and the arts, the world is a daunting and disconnected place…

So, it’s with great excitement and relief that we can finally reveal our iconic new home at Chapel off Chapel and announce two upcoming productions, as we officially launch our 2022 season!

We can’t wait to welcome audiences and actors to Chapel off Chapel – an historic performance venue in the heart of Prahran, that shares our passion for delivering intimate live experiences that delight and inspire. A big thank you to Cate, Ibrahim, Peter and the team for all their wonderful support so far.

Our first in-theatre productions in more than two years, are both written by award-winning playwright, Ron Elisha and will be directed by our very own Suzanne Heywood.

Tickets are already on sale for our first show – a return season of Unsolicited Male opening on 26 July. Set in a suburban accounting firm, this play examines the relationship between Zeke, the boss and Wendy, his assistant…

A lot has happened since we first presented Unsolicited Male back in 2018, making the story and themes more powerful and relevant than ever. With changes to the original cast and stage layout, the 2022 version will spark serious personal reflections and important conversations about gender, power and relationships – even if you’ve seen the play before.

You can read more about Unsolicited Male and grab your tickets HERE.

Our second production scheduled for later this year is an original new play called: A Show About Nothing. Set at a 25th anniversary Seinfeld convention, this play explores the issue of consent in a unique and hilarious way.

Intentionally provocative, each play offers alternative views and perspectives, asks profound and uncomfortable questions and may even shift your perceptions and beliefs a little. The ideas, themes and scenarios are complex and confronting, but thanks to Ron’s clever storytelling and witty dialogue, our brilliant director and captivating actors, both plays are incredibly funny and entertaining too!

We hope you’ll be able to join us for a great night out (or two) – and the opportunity to think, feel and laugh more.

Until then, stay tuned for more updates, follow us on social media and enjoy the much-anticipated and essential return of in-person events – hurrah!   

See you soon,

Q44 Theatre

Photo captions: 1. Chapel off Chapel, Prahran – our new theatre space. 2. Ron Elisha and Suzanne Heywood; playwright and director of our 2022 productions

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