The Sapphires is a heart-warming story of four young Aboriginal women from regional Australia who like singing country music, as they suddenly get the chance to change their tune and their lives. Wearing sequins and armed only with microphones they find themselves trying to spread joy in the hell that is the Vietnam War.
The Sapphires is a funny, joyful tale written and directed by Tony Briggs and inspired by the true story of four Yorta Yorta Women, who sing classic soul hits against the backdrop of personal change and massive social upheaval. It is an energetic, fun and engaging musical play that affirms life and the realisation of dreams.
Cast and Creatives
Creatives
Producer: Christine Harris – HIT Productions
Writer and Director: Tony Briggs
Musical Director: Nathaniel Andrew
Assistant Musical Director: James Feagal
LX Designer: Mark Howett
Choreographer: Leonard Mickelo
Cast
Lorinda May Merrypor: Julie
Jade Lomas-Ronan: Gail
Kaninna Langford: Cynthia
Matilda Brown: Kay (May-June)
Oliver Wenn: Dave
Tibian Wyles: Jimmy
Anthony Lim: Joe (Tran Van Hai)
Don Battee: Robby/Barman
Band
Hamish Jetson: Band Leader/Bass Guitar
Wilsen Conn: Guitar
Jordan Cant: Drums
Duration: 150 mins including 20-minute interval
Note: Age recommendation 7+. Some adult themes, simulated warfare and a small amount of course language
Review
“A gem of a play . . . The Sapphires is heartfelt and joyous. Superb.” - Bryce Hallett, Sydney Morning Herald
“Energetic, passionate, heart wrenching, uplifting, hilarious and engaging.” - Anna Locke, Australian Stage
Booking
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Date and Time
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Location
Drum Theatre
Corner Lonsdale and Walker streets, Dandenong
Contact Details
Cost of Event (if any)
Full: $36, Concession: $33; Members: $28; Groups (8+): $30pp; Youth under 30: $18
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