Zeal Theatre and Sydney Theatre Company present
BURNT
Written and Directed by Tom Lycos and Stefo Nantsou

Drought is different to a fire or flood. Drought is slow, painful and seemingly endless. Death is all around you.

Australia has always experienced droughts. Some, such as the Federation Drought of 1901 - are more infamous than others. In 2002 - 2003 a long severe drought, some described as ‘the worst on record’, savaged the country. Politicians lamented the cost to the national economy would be $2 billion.

But what are the costs to towns, families and individuals? Why do they stay? How do you cope with immense stress and keep a sense of humour?

Researched and developed with regional young people and communities, Burnt, explores our relationship with the land and how drought affects us no matter where we live.

Co-produced with STC Associate Company Zeal Theatre, Burnt explores feelings of being out of control, uncertainty about the future and deep despair. This superb new production, theatrically told with minimal sets and props, live music, comedy and outstanding physicality will be a powerful and touching experience.

Cost $20 per student

Venue Richard Wherrett Studio, Sydney Theatre

Estimated Duration 100 mins (includes post-performance Q&A)

Suits Years 9 - 12

Resources Drama and PDHPE Teacher’s Notes provided

Links Group Devised Performance, Physical Theatre, Depression (PDHPE)

 Please Note there will be no pre-performance discussion for this production