SEASON 2025: JOURNEYS OF SELF DISCOVERY
Celebrating 30 Years - 1995-2025
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Chapter 1: Navigating Choices
IF/THEN Music by Tom Kitt and Book & Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Directed by Lochie Beh 21-30 March 2025 Choice and fate collide in this romantic, original story of a woman at the crossroads of her life. If/Then simultaneously follows one woman’s two possible life paths, painting a deeply moving portrait of the lives that we lead, as well as the lives that we might have led. With unforgettable songs and a deeply moving story by the Pulitzer Prize - and Tony Award-winning team behind Next to Normal. Elizabeth, a city planner, moves back to New York to restart her life in the city of infinite possibilities. When her carefully designed plans collide with the whims of fate, Elizabeth's life splits into two parallel paths. If/Then follows both stories simultaneously, as this modern woman faces the intersection of choice and chance. If/Then is a contemporary Broadway musical about living in New York today and all of the possibilities of tomorrow. Exploring the paths and choices in life, focusing on self-discovery and the impact of decisions on personal growth. If/Then explores the complexities of relationships and how decisions impact the power between individuals. Elizabeth's story is one of courage in facing life's uncertainties and having to make difficult choices. Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia) |
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Chapter 2: Challenging Expectations The Shape of Things Written by Neil Labute Directed by Kathryn Thomas 16-25 May 2025 How far would you go for love? For art? What would you be willing to change? What price might you pay? Such are the painful questions explored by Neil LaBute in THE SHAPE OF THINGS. A young student drifts into an ever-changing relationship with an art major while his best friends' engagement crumbles, so unleashing a drama that peels back the skin of two modern-day relationships, exposing the raw meat and gristle that lie beneath. Examining manipulation in relationships and the deceptive nature of appearances, The Shape of Things centres on personal transformation and the consequences of altering one's identity for another person. Shining a spotlight on the dynamics of manipulation and control within romantic relationships. As the story unfolds, the characters confront uncomfortable truths about manipulation, self-deception, and the power dynamics that often define relationships. The audience is left questioning the lengths to which we are willing to go to meet someone else’s ideals, and at what cost to our authentic selves. By arrangement with Origin Theatrical Australia on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. Chapter 3: Revealing Identity The School for Scandal by Richard Brinsley Shreidan Directed by Christine Firkin 22-31 August 2025 A hilarious comedy of mischief and manners! “People will talk—there’s no preventing it.” Sir Peter Teazle believes his young wife is sleeping with someone else. She isn’t. But she’s starting to think if her husband believes it, she may as well give it a go. After all, if you’re going to cause a scandal, you might as well enjoy it… Amidst the hilarity, the plots and subplots and many tangled webs lurks a cast of characters whose names say it all: Lady Teazle, Lady Sneerwell, Mrs Candour, Surface, Backbite, Snake … There is much deception, double-dealing and backstabbing but virtue wins out over vice in the end. Deliciously naughty and outrageously silly, this timeless comedy is a masterclass in social satire and the art of gossip. Featuring an unforgettable cast of larger-than-life characters, each armed with a lacerating wit, The School for Scandal is one of the greatest comedies ever written. Join us for a lightning-paced evening of romance, revenge and rollicking fun that promises to leave you entertained, enamoured – and perhaps even a little scandalised! Gossip never goes out of fashion! |
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Chapter 4: Happily Ever After Into the Woods Jnr Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by James Lapine Directed by Trent Gardiner 14-30 November 2025 Into the Woods Jr. is a captivating musical that weaves together classic fairy tales like Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel in an exciting, adventure-filled story. With an enchanting score by Stephen Sondheim, this junior version explores what happens when wishes come true—sometimes with unexpected consequences. As the characters journey through the woods, they learn important lessons about family, friendship, and responsibility. Into the Woods weaves many of our stage adaptations into one singular story. A perfect way to celebrate 30 years of bringing children’s stories to the Lane Cove stage! Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia). All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia. The Vagina Monologues
by V Ensler Directed by Kathryn Thomas 11-13 September 2025 Powerful, Provocative, Unapologetic: The Vagina Monologues Comes to Lane Cove as part of the Sydney Fringe Festival Prepare to be moved, challenged, and inspired. Lane Cove Theatre Company is proud to present The Vagina Monologues by v Ensler, a bold and unflinching celebration of female voices, opening at the new Pottery Lane Performance Space from 11-14 September. Hailed globally as a revolutionary theatrical experience, The Vagina Monologues is a series of raw, honest, and deeply personal stories based on interviews with over 200 women. Witty, poignant, and at times heart-wrenching, this award-winning play confronts issues such as body image, sexuality, gender-based violence, and the simple act of owning one’s voice. “Spellbinding, funny and almost unbearingly moving … Written with a bluntness that is nevertheless intensely lyrical, it is both a work of art and an incisive piece of cultural history, a poem and a polemic, a performance a balm and a benediction.” - Variety “Often wrenching, frequently riotous … Ensler is an impassioned wit.” - LA Times “A compelling rhapsody of the female essence … Ultimately Ensler achieves something extraordinary.” - Chicago Tribune 4 Performances only; Thursday 11 September 7.30pm Friday12 September 7.30pm Saturday 13 September 2.00pm Saturday 13 September 7.30pm The Vagina Monologues is recommended for mature audiences and includes themes of sexual violence, identity, and empowerment. Join us for an unforgettable evening that is as thought-provoking as it is empowering. These stories matter. These voices matter. |
