Arts Centre Melbourne, Playhouse
Tickets $39 – $150
Wednesday 7 October, 7:30pm
Thursday 8 October, 7:30pm
Friday 9 October, 7:30pm
Saturday 10 October, 2:00pm
Saturday 10 October, 7:30pm
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The limits of friendship are put to the test in this adaptation of Helen Garner’s acclaimed novel The Spare Room. It’s heartening, harrowing and darkly funny.
Composer
Jane Hammond
Librettist
Therèsa Borg
Based on The Spare Room by Helen Garner
CREATIVE TEAM
Conductor
Phoebe Briggs
Director
Sarah Goodes
Co-Set Designer & Costume Designer
Harriet Oxley
Co-Set Designer & Lighting Designer
Paul Jackson
CAST
Helen
Natalie Jones
Nicola
Antoinette Halloran
Orchestra
Victorian Opera Chamber Orchestra
Concessions include: Pension and Health Care Card holders, full-time Students, and MEAA members. Companion Card ticketing available.
Other Discounts available: Seniors Card holders, 30yrs & Under, Child (14yrs & Under), and Arts Access Victoria members.
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Available from Monday 27 October, 10:00am.
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Available from Monday 27 October, 10:00am.
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Health & Safety
If you or a member of your household is unwell or displaying symptoms of a contagious illness before a performance, please stay home and rest.
To exchange or refund your tickets due to illness, contact us prior to your performance via email or phone (03) 9001 6400 (Option 1).
Theatres Building, 100 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004