“You see there’s all sorts of things you can do when you’re single.”
Paula

Sydney Theatre Company presents
AFTER DINNER
By Andrew Bovell

They just want to dance with somebody.

After Dinner is a poignant and hilarious collision of lonely hearts, sex, friendship and Friday night drinks.

A suburban pub, circa 1987. Paula, Monika and Dympie are going to paint the town red... or maybe just a deep shade of embarrassment.

Paula’s frocked up, it’s Monika’s first night out in years and Dympie just wants a table with a good view of the band. Semi-eligible blokes Gordon and Stephen are shaking off the office and revealing their own peccadillos while they’re at it. Between the Chardonnay, the oysters and the odd Valium things are bound to loosen up!

Playwright Andrew Bovell (The Secret River, Lantana) is one of Australia’s finest writers. In After Dinner, his first play from 1988, he exhibits the sure hand of a gifted wordsmith. His beautifully observed characters and wincingly funny one-liners reveal the timeless trials of friendship and singledom, as well as being a delicious reminder of the less than timeless trials of perms and skinny ties that were the 1980s.

Featuring the comedic talents of Helen Thomson (Mrs Warren’s Profession), Josh McConville (Noises Off), Anita Hegh (The Secret River), Glenn Hazeldine (Perplex) and Rebecca Massey (Vere (Faith)).

In this comedic gem, some will relive memories. Many will be reminded of friends and lovers. You’ll all know the music… And a few might even recognise a little bit of you. 

Duration: approx 1 hour 45 minutes (including interval)
Warning: sexual themes

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INSIGHT EVENTS

Pre-season Briefing
Mon 12 Jan 6.15pm 
Wharf 2 Theatre

Audi Night with the Actors
Mon 2 Feb post-show 
Mon 2 Mar post-show

Matinee Club
Wed 18 Feb 12pm

Previews 15 - 17 & 19 Jan 2015
Season 21 Jan - 7 Mar 2015

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Season Ticket prices
Saturday evening $85
Adult $83
Concession $63
Seniors cardholder $73
Preview $69
Under 30 $50

Season Tickets B reserve

Saturday evening $76
Adult $75
Seniors cardholder $66
Concession $57
Under 30 $45
Preview $60

 

Casual Ticket prices
Saturday evening $99
Adult $94
Concession $75
Seniors cardholder $85
Preview $78
Under 30 $58
B Reserve $85*

*Please note: B Reserve seats have an impeded view of certain scenes, please contact Box Office with any queries

Transaction fees apply

Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.

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INSIGHT EVENTS

Pre-season Briefing
Mon 12 Jan 6.15pm 
Wharf 2 Theatre

Audi Night with the Actors
Mon 2 Feb post-show 
Mon 2 Mar post-show

Matinee Club
Wed 18 Feb 12pm

Director Imara Savage
Designer Alicia Clements
Lighting Designer Verity Hampson
Composer & Sound Designer Steve Francis

With
Glenn Hazeldine, Anita Hegh, Rebecca Massey, Josh McConville, Helen Thomson

Photo James Green

“After Dinner sends you home feeling full and satisfied.” SMH

"Rarely do you see theatre this laugh-aloud funny, so do get in and enjoy it." The Daily Telegraph

“(Helen) Thomson is a rare comedic talent and probably the best character actress currently working in Sydney.” Daily Review

“It stands up more than 25 years after its premiere as a very good play from one of our greatest playwrights.” Daily Review

“This production is as down-to-earth and broadly crowd-pleasing as it is sophisticated and is superbly crafted with subtlety and nuance. You’re bound to love it.” Daily Review

“After Dinner is a deceptively light comedy that packs a powerful and lingering emotional punch.” Stage Noise by Diana Simmonds