It’s not just about a sport. It’s about a revolution.
“Kick it to me!”
Suzie Miller, the celebrated Australian playwright behind sell-out smash hit RBG: Of Many, One and international phenomenon Prima Facie, turns her extraordinary talents to the historical formation of the AFLW in this world premiere.
In 2010, an official report into the state of Australian Rules Football recommended the creation of a national women’s league. Seven years and a whole lot of grit, passion and fancy footwork later, the AFLW was born. This is the untold story of the extraordinary characters that took the league from a pipe dream to a sensation the sports world could no longer ignore.
With her gift for docudrama and trademark insight and warmth, Miller joins forces with multi-award-winning director Sarah Giles (The Importance of Being Earnest, No Pay? No Way!). Now fielding a brilliant lineup of eight players – Lucy Bell (Appropriate), Amy Hack (Kadimah Yiddish Theatre’s Yentl), Amy Ingram (Netflix’s Boy Swallows Universe), Alex King (Bell Shakespeare’s King Lear), Amber McMahon (Accidental Death of an Anarchist), Tara Morice (Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom), newcomer Nyasha Ogden and Contessa Treffone (Picnic at Hanging Rock) – this dream team writes a love letter to a game and a community.
Get ready to barrack your heart out for a performance that promises a nail-biting match, not just for sport lovers but anyone looking to be uplifted by an inspiring story of determination, legacy and pride.
It’s theatre written in mud, sweat, and belief. It’s not just about a sport. It’s about a revolution.
Dates & Times
1 - 19 Sep
Duration: 100 minutes, no interval
Venue
Playhouse
Prices & Ticket Info
From $54.00 -$119.00
A transaction fee of $7.50 applies
School Group Discounts
A & B-Reserve $50
Discounts available for School Groups of 10+. 1 complimentary teacher per 10 students. Extra teachers at Concession price per 10 students.
Schools Booking Request - QTIX
Group Booking Discounts Great discounts for groups of 10+, 11th ticket complimentary.
Preview A-Reserve $79 B-Reserve $69
Weekday (Monday to Thursday) A-Reserve $79 B-Reserve $69
Weekend (Friday to Sunday) A-Reserve $89 B-Reserve $79
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Access
- Assistive Listening
Important Info
Suitable for ages 12+
Production contains course language and adult themes.
Credits
Writer Suzie Miller
Director Sarah Giles
Lighting Designer Paul Jackson
Composer Clemence Williams
Sound Designer Brady Watkins
Video Designer Craig Wilkinson
Assistant Director Julia Robertson
Designer Christina Smith
Choreographer Kelley Abbey
Cast
Lucy Bell
Amy Hack
Amy Ingram
Alex King
Amber McMahon
Tara Morice
Nyasha Ogden
Contessa Treffone
Strong is The New Pretty is a Brisbane Festival, Sydney Theatre Company and Trish Wadley Productions Co-Production, originally commissioned by Trish Wadley Productions.
This presentation is supported by Queensland Theatre. This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.