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Buyology
Directed by Shaz Mullens
November 29th, 8pm
November 30th, 8pm
December 1st, 4pm
Buyology is a non-naturalistic look at the consumerist nature of modern society through the eyes of disillusioned shoppers. Body image, media manipulation, materialism and planned obsolescence are unashamedly tackled, tagged and taken home in this exploration of what it means to be a consumer, and how our connection to each other is stronger and far more valuable than anything that we buy.
This a semi-devised work, harvesting the voices and experiences of our young performers.
This project is in partnership with
Ringwood Uniting Church.
The Complication of Simplicity
Written and Directed by Shaz Mullens
June 28 to 30th. 2024
The humorous but worthy tale of a distant city struggling with the ever widening gap between the haves and have-‐nots. Hysteria erupts over the death of the beloved wife of the Mayor and blame is scattered over the city, falling squarely on the shoulders of the poor and marginalised. The quiet prophetic whispers so often unheard and overlooked in times of peace, begin to grow in strength when set against the emerging injustice. Into this conflict walks a visitor to the city, an unknowing catalyst, bringing with him the wind of change. Minstrels, circus performers, soldiers, bag lady’s and business men, all are caught up in the complicated conflict between casual intolerance and living simply.
This project is in partnership with
Ringwood Uniting Church.
Romeo and Juliet
Written by William Shakespeare
Adapted by Shaz Mullens
Directed by Leah Nicholls
December 1st to 3rd. 2023
An adapted performance of the classic story of Romeo and Juliet set in modern-day Verona High. Family conflict, youth rebellion and parental expectation permeate this timeless tale. The story of Romeo and Juliet has survived as one of the most loved because it allows us to see the world through the young lover’s hearts and minds. This performance stays true to the Shakespearian text and delivers world that is relatable and real. It embraces the genuine role of the Romeo and Juliet story, not as a morality play that judges youthful choices but simply portrays authentic characters, living real lives and allows their humanity to unravel.
This project is in partnership with
Ringwood Uniting Church.
The Hidden Orchard
Written and Directed by
Shaz Mullens Taylor
October 13th to 29th. 2023
Share a glimpse into the fascinating orchard history in Maroondah with a new theatre production and video installation in ArtSpace at Realm. Dating from the 1860s, fruit and hops were grown throughout the area and wisps of this history still exist in the local community with well-known streets and parklands named after orcharding families. Hidden Orchard is a depiction of real stories of local human experience, woven together with cinematic visuals.
This project is part of Maroondah City Council’s arts incubator program which focuses on the creation and presentation of new work.
