Sydney Theatre Company and Griffin Theatre Company present
Like a Fishbone
By Anthony Weigh
A single act of fury has left a small rural community in shock.
Months later, in an office many miles away, an architect prepares to present her plans for the memorial she has created in their honour. The unannounced arrival of a visitor interrupts proceedings; a grieving mother who wants to share a story of hope and faith so that her community can begin to live again.
Marta Dusseldorp and Anita Hegh play two extraordinary women waging a personal battle between religious faith and humanism, grief and commemoration – a battle that will change both of their lives irrevocably.
Enthralling and intensely moving, Like a Fishbone explores some of the most devastating aspects of life in the 21st century: how to make sense of senseless violence, how to remember those we have lost, and how to move on.
As part of Next Stage, Sydney Theatre Company and Griffin Theatre Company present the Australian premiere production of this extraordinary new play from acclaimed playwright Anthony Weigh (2000 Feet Away).
Reviews
'Anthony Weigh's play is a gem: simple but deep… we are flies on the wall, breathless as the emotion rises' The Times (UK)
'Dusseldorp delivers one of the outstanding stage turns of the year...a very rewarding, thought provoking piece of theatre.’ The Sydney Morning Herald
"9/10.... gripping and elegant.... Dusseldorp and Hegh are completely engrossing for the entire 90 minutes.... Highly recommended." The Sun Herald
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Just saw this tonight, both Marta Dusseldorp and Anita Hegh were truly fantastic!! - Andy
Great acting by the all female cast. A well written and rounded piece of writing that has truly inspired me. Highly recommended. - Mackridge
Loved it. Marta Dusseldorp and Anita Hegh Performance was nothing but Brilliant. I would Highly recommend to go see this Play. - Michael
We thoroughly enjoyed Like a Fishbone - fantastic, so well acted - the energy on the stage between the two characters was extraordinary ! Cheers Peter
Brilliantly tight script by Anthony Weigh, perfectly complemented by a fantastic cast. A challenging yet engrossing production that made 90 minutes pass so quickly. This was worth seeing. - Alex
I thoroughly enjoyed this performance, it was incredibly thought provoking. I felt that it touched on issues which I had difficulty expressing myself and gave the audience an opportunity to think further into many topics. As I do not come from Sydney and this was my first time at STC, it was such an exciting and a wonderful experience. I will certainly be back there next time I am in town. Thank you. - Simone
Totally engrossed by the performance of Anita Hegh and Marta Dusseldorp and Anthony Weigh's script. A very thought provoking play that raises so many issues relevant to 2010. The entire production, especially the set, is a testament to what is so great about theatre.- Frank
