Theatre review: A Cheery Soul
Holden Street Theatres’ latest triumph – a new production of Patrick White’s satirical play A Cheery Soul – is as absurd as it is touching, as challenging as it is utterly hilarious.
Holden Street Theatres’ latest triumph – a new production of Patrick White’s satirical play A Cheery Soul – is as absurd as it is touching, as challenging as it is utterly hilarious.
Slapstick, Noel Coward’s sheer wit, and effete satire take the Holden Street stage with Cowardy, Cowardy Custard.
Holden Street Theatre Company brings one of Hollywood’s most outrageous divas to life, magically spinning a simple anecdote into a fascinating character portrait using razor-sharp wit, a brilliant script and captivating performances.
Holden Street Theatres is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary and the launch of a new home company with a play that will see founder and artistic director Martha Lott embody the iconic and often outrageous Hollywood star Tallulah Bankhead.
Peter Goers takes a trip through Adelaide’s nostalgic past with jokes, friendly faces, and a surprise appearance. ★★★★
There is much to like, laugh about and be moved by in South Australian broadcaster, writer and critic Peter Goers’ self-described “macrame of merriment, nostalgia and bucolic meanderings”.