control

Red Stitch Actors’ Theatre, October - November 2019
 

 “We keep your memories safe, so you don’t have to.”

A heavily pregnant ex-ballerina, a child detective, a bitter puppeteer and a feminist pop princess hurtle towards Mars. The world is watching. Isn’t it?
On the eve of a revolution, Nicki and Caroline attempt to gain control over their lives as their A.I. superior, Alex, dances the night away.
And on New Earth, Esta & Isabelle forge hope through a new kind of relationship.

Told across several decades, from Melbourne to Mars, Keziah Warner’s startling, provocative and funny new play explores humanity’s desire to dictate how we’re perceived by others. Control delves deep into our relationship with technology: the moral ambiguities, the dependencies, the possibilities…

playwright - Keziah Warner
director - Julian Meyrick
assistant director - Shaun Wykes
with - Christina O’Neill, Dushan Philips, Samuel Rowe, Naomi Rukavina
set and costume designer - Emily Collett
lighting designer - Lisa Mibus
sound designer - Justin Gardam
stage manager - Alysha Watt
assistant stage manager - Maxine Palmerson
production photos - Jodie Hutchinson

“Exquisite acting.“ – The Australian

“There are so many fascinating details in this play and so many inventive and thought-provoking links.” – ★★★★ Herald Sun

“A play which demands to be watched. Acerbic and assured, Control consistently delivers unforgettable moments of both hilarity and pathos.” – ★★★★ The Music

“…fine performances and superb direction…utterly beautiful” – Australian Arts Review

“The cast is uniformly excellent…one of the best shows I’ve seen on stage this year.” – Keithgow.com