when: 06 May 2023 | venue: Wharf 1 Theatre | cost: See event for details | address: 15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point NSW 2000, Australia | website: https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/
published: 27 Nov 2022, 5 min read
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FENCES
By August Wilson
Directed by Shari Sebbens
'I planted a seed and waited and prayed over it.'
August Wilson is one of the US's most respected and lauded playwrights, and Fences is his tour de force. Full of rich and affecting dialogue, this play offers remarkable writing for actors and an unforgettable portrait of life in 1950s Pittsburgh.
Winner of the 1987 Pulitzer Prize and recently adapted into an Academy Award-winning film, Fences will have its long-overdue Australian premiere, featuring two of the starring performers from STC's critically-adored A Raisin in the Sun.
Leading an ensemble cast, Bert LaBonte and Zahra Newman return to play Troy, a hardworking family man who's still nursing the wounds of his failed baseball career, and Rose, his optimistic, resourceful and steadfast second wife. Troy and Rose's marriage is the centre of a loving yet troubled family unit, buffeted by the winds of change but hamstrung by a history of injustice.
Directed by STC's Resident Director Shari Sebbens, this mesmerising production will bring to life Wilson's incredible, clear-eyed vision. Fences is a soaring allegory of the radical upheavals in twentieth century America, explored through Troy's desperate attempts to shed the pain of his dashed dreams, and Rose's unwavering commitment to protect and nurture everything they built together.
Approx. duration 2 hrs 40 mins (including interval). Subject to change. More info.
Content Strong language and racist language. Subject to change. More info.
Ticket Information
2023 Ticket Packages
This play is currently only available as part of a 2023 ticket package. Book a ticket package of 3 or more plays to save on tickets, pay no fees and more.
Season Ticket prices
Saturday evening A Reserve $98
Adult A Reserve $93
Seniors cardholder $89
Pensioner/Student $70
Under 30 $51
Preview $51
Mini Package prices
Mon - Thu performances
Adult A Reserve $98
Seniors cardholder $94
Pensioner/Student $74
Under 30 $54
Friday & Saturday performances
A Reserve $103
Preview performances
All tickets $54
Single tickets
Single tickets for this show go on sale on Thu 8 Dec. Sign up to our enews for early access to tickets.
Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: no fees
Single ticket bookings: $8.50 online; $8.50 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
VISITOR SAFETY INFORMATION
The safety of our audiences, artists and staff is of paramount importance. For full details on our safety measures please visit our Visitor Safety Information page.
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FENCES
By August Wilson
Directed by Shari Sebbens
'I planted a seed and waited and prayed over it.'
August Wilson is one of the US's most respected and lauded playwrights, and Fences is his tour de force. Full of rich and affecting dialogue, this play offers remarkable writing for actors and an unforgettable portrait of life in 1950s Pittsburgh.
Winner of the 1987 Pulitzer Prize and recently adapted into an Academy Award-winning film, Fences will have its long-overdue Australian premiere, featuring two of the starring performers from STC's critically-adored A Raisin in the Sun.
Leading an ensemble cast, Bert LaBonte and Zahra Newman return to play Troy, a hardworking family man who's still nursing the wounds of his failed baseball career, and Rose, his optimistic, resourceful and steadfast second wife. Troy and Rose's marriage is the centre of a loving yet troubled family unit, buffeted by the winds of change but hamstrung by a history of injustice.
Directed by STC's Resident Director Shari Sebbens, this mesmerising production will bring to life Wilson's incredible, clear-eyed vision. Fences is a soaring allegory of the radical upheavals in twentieth century America, explored through Troy's desperate attempts to shed the pain of his dashed dreams, and Rose's unwavering commitment to protect and nurture everything they built together.
Approx. duration 2 hrs 40 mins (including interval). Subject to change. More info.
Content Strong language and racist language. Subject to change. More info.
Ticket Information
2023 Ticket Packages
This play is currently only available as part of a 2023 ticket package. Book a ticket package of 3 or more plays to save on tickets, pay no fees and more.
Season Ticket prices
Saturday evening A Reserve $98
Adult A Reserve $93
Seniors cardholder $89
Pensioner/Student $70
Under 30 $51
Preview $51
Mini Package prices
Mon - Thu performances
Adult A Reserve $98
Seniors cardholder $94
Pensioner/Student $74
Under 30 $54
Friday & Saturday performances
A Reserve $103
Preview performances
All tickets $54
Single tickets
Single tickets for this show go on sale on Thu 8 Dec. Sign up to our enews for early access to tickets.
Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: no fees
Single ticket bookings: $8.50 online; $8.50 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
VISITOR SAFETY INFORMATION
The safety of our audiences, artists and staff is of paramount importance. For full details on our safety measures please visit our Visitor Safety Information page.
Go see Fences 2023.
Fences 2023 is on 06 May 2023. The opening hours are: See event for details. Conveniently located in Dawes Point. Visit their website at https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/.
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