Africa

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THE ULTIMATE IMAGINITIVE ESCAPE.

Inspired by a true story of three German children who set off to elope to Africa, My Darling Patricia, re-imagines the tale as an ultimate escape from Australian suburbia. Using puppetry, broken toys and performance, you will be transported to a child’s resilient imaginary paradise. Where an adult might see abandon and chaos, a child discovers escape and delight; this is the world created in Africa.

Adelaide was introduced to My Darling Patricia in 2007 when they picked up the Best Theatre Show Award in theAdelaide Fringe for Politely Savage.

Drawing inspiration from all corners of the creative universe, My Darling Patricia have used their unique approach to design and performance to create something remarkable.

Conceived, Designed and Created by MY DARLING PATRICIA
Concept Sam Routledge
Writer/Director Halcyon Macleod
Design Clare Britton & Bridget Dolan
Performers/Puppeteers Michelle Robin,Anderson, Anthony Ahern, Clare Britton,Jodie Le Vesconte & Sam Routledge
Composer & Sound Designer Declan Kelly
Puppets Bryony Anderson
Lighting Designer Lucy Birkinshaw

“…funny, beautiful and heartbreaking.”The Australian

“Africa is a beautiful and savage piece of theatre…”The Age

THE ULTIMATE IMAGINITIVE ESCAPE. Inspired by a true story of three German children who set off to elope to Africa, My Darling Patricia, re-imagines the tale as an ultimate escape from Australian suburbia. Using puppetry, broken toys and performance, you will be transported to a child’s resilient imaginary paradise. Where an adult might see abandon and chaos, a child discovers escape and delight; this is the world created in Africa. Adelaide was introduced to My Darling Patricia in 2007 when they picked up the Best Theatre Show Award in theAdelaide Fringe for Politely Savage. Drawing inspiration from all corners of the creative universe, My Darling Patricia have used their unique approach to design and performance to create something remarkable. Conceived, Designed and Created by Concept Writer/Director HDesign Performers/Puppeteers Composer & Sound Designer Puppets Lighting Designer

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Africa from My Darling Patricia on Vimeo.

My Darling Patricia Website

A Malthouse Theatre commission, produced by Marguerite Pepper Productions. Toured by Performing Lines for Mobile States with the support of the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body, and through the national performing arts touring program, Playing Australia.

 

 

 

 

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