OUTSIDE THE BOX Presented by Candlelight Productions
Here is what the critics are saying about OUTSIDE THE BOX:
"This is quite an astounding, raw and creative play that takes you on a journey of emotion as you follow the characters and their stories of human vulnerability.....
If you want to be engaged by a play and not just simply entertained then don't miss Outside the Box. But do bring a box of tissues."
- Review from Theatre Alive. - August 2013
"It takes a certain level of skill and sensitivity to be able to tell these stories with integrity and truth and the whole cast are exemplary in this... Outside the Box is an intense theatrical performance that helps you put your priorities in order."
- Review from Theatre Press. - August 2013
".....stunning vignettes and terrific performances from a talented cast"
- Review from Stage Whispers. - August 2013
"It's a show that lingers and takes time to really consider thoughtfully......This is a powerful theatrical work."
- Review from Theatre People. - August 2013
Candlelight Productions in partnership with Servants Community Housing invites you to experience life… OUTSIDE THE BOX.
How do you know when you’re home?
Inspired by the real life stories of residents in a rooming house in Hawthorn, this group devised performance explores issues of homelessness and home.
A small team of experienced actors met, dined with and got to know people who are technically ‘homeless’. They interweave drama, movement, music, puppetry and multimedia to tell true stories of trauma, loss and stigma, but also of community, respect, dignity and hope.
OUTSIDE THE BOX is a celebration of what it is to be human. It is entertaining, funny, moving, thought provoking and empowering… You’ll come away with more questions than answers, but also delighting in the art of making a house become a home.
This is an invitation… to anyone who has tried to make their own home, or who has ever found themselves homeless, either physically or in spirit. It is essential viewing for anyone who houses homeless people, shapes policy on housing, or wants to raise the next generation of leaders.
But above all, it is an entertaining show, full of uplifting stories.
Come and join us at the table.
Directed by award-winning Director Dee Kaylock and starring Aaron Steele, Adam Balales, Harlene Hercules, Ryan Murphy and Tarah Carey.
Bookings can be made at www.candlelightproductions.com.au or by calling the venue direct on 03 8290 7000. You can also visit Candlelight’s Facebook page.
DATES & SESSIONS:
The season runs 15-31st August 2013 (Thurs-Sat @ 8pm & Sun @ 5pm)
VENUE:
Chapel Off Chapel
12 Little Chapel Street, Prahran
TICKET DETAILS:
Adult, Show & Forum $30 / Conc. $25 / Groups (6+) $24 /
Preview 15 Aug $22 (+ Booking Fee)
*Group rate is not available for Show & Forum performances.
Seating: General Admission. All performances taking place in The Loft are subject to a lockout policy. Please make sure you arrive a minimum of 15 minutes prior to the performance start time.
Feedback/Comments
Thanks for a good night in the theatre
Theatrejunkie
wonderfully acted. Very thought provoking. Congratulations for bringing this social issue to the theatre.
Love Chapel off Chapel, the theartre was a perfect venue for this play. I have worked in "Welfare", with homeless people, so many of the characters rang so true to life. The actors portrayed their charaacters perfectly
I thought the acting was great and the characters were very real. They were so real that I found the play quite uncomfortable and difficult to watch. I thought the staging was very creative and interesting. There was a plethora of characters that were just as you would see them in a welfare home.
It was interesting and memorable.
This was an outstanding production. Very impactful. I couldn't stop talking about it.
Thank you for the opportunity.
a very enjoyable nite, nice theatre
Very thought-provoking play with minimal sets but strong performances. It will make you think long after the play has ended. Recommended.
I found this play very disconnected and hard to follow. I must have missed something when I read the above reviews. Maybe it improved but we left at interval (8 of us). Sorry I know the actors worked hard. Thanks for the opportunity.
Alice
Touching! Emotional! Cutting close to the heart on big social issues
Great performances.Shows how easily a person's circumstances can change. Well worth watching. Highly recommend!
Great little theatre. Actors and staff were all dedicated and inspired. Thank you!
who need a multimillion dollar budget and a gorilla when you have a brilliant cast and a fantastic script.
Thank yo for reminding us that love, loss, displacement and isolation are classless and that events can quickly change our social standing in a bias sociality that unfortunately has judgemental views. Well Done.
Last week I had the pleasure to attend the opening night of Outside the Box at Chapel off Chapel. This small theatre is perfectly suited to the intimate nature of the play, which explores homelessness through the lives of rooming house residents. Everyday moments create meaning and a sense of home in the residents' lives. Both touching and funny, this is not a politically inspired piece; you won't find answers or commentary. You will though get a true glimpse of the reality of homelessness from the viewpoint of those who've been there.
The concept of taking time out to speak with, and understand a bit better, people in a dire situation in their lives. Well done to the writers, producers, actors etc it was a memorable experience that left me quite moved.
Inspiring!
A moving performance that will make you stop and think. Ryan Murphy was exceptional, its worth going along just for his contribution alone.
I enjoyed the performance and I had tears in my eyes for they moved me.