GOLEM

Like a giant graphic novel come to life, Golem is a visual feast of mesmerising theatre-making by ground-breaking British theatre company 1927.

ROSLYN PACKER THEATRE

The Play

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Sydney Theatre Company presents
A 1927, Salzburg Festival, Théâtre de la Ville Paris & Young Vic co-production

GOLEM

Created by 1927

Animation, live music and performance combine to create something unlike anything you’ve seen before.

Hailed as “groundbreaking with strokes of genius” (The Daily Telegraph, UK), British theatre company 1927 has developed a cult following with its unique brand of theatre-making – marrying cutting-edge technical wizardry with a distinctly vintage aesthetic.

Like a giant graphic novel come to life, Golem is a visual feast that integrates live actors, original music and mesmerisingly detailed handmade animations.

Office worker Robert and his musician sister Annie were raised by their grandmother on a steady diet of knitting, whittling, Beethoven and anarchy. When Robert buys a Golem, the ordinary man and the obedient, efficient man-machine embark on a life together in imperfect harmony.  Life becomes a little more convenient, but also a lot more complicated.

Taking inspiration from the folkloric figure of the same name, Golem rethinks the myth to ask one of the great questions of the modern age – do we control technology, or does it control us?

After celebrated seasons across Europe, Golem comes to STC for a short but enchanting run. Take a step through the looking glass with this dark and fantastical tale.

“This funny, unsettling and unforgettable satire is a Frankenstein for the 21st century. Alive with irony, imagination and humanity.”
The Times

Duration 1hr 30mins (no interval)

Recommended for ages 12+

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Pricing information

Season Ticket prices
Pick six or more plays to create a personalised Season Ticket package. More info

Saturday evening A Reserve $45
Adult A Reserve $45
Concession $45
Seniors cardholder $45
Preview $40
Under 30 $45

Single Ticket prices
Saturday evening A Reserve $55
Saturday evening B Reserve $50
Adult A Reserve $55
Adult B Reserve $50
Concession $55
Seniors cardholder $55
Preview $50
Under 30 $55

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

Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: $0
Single tickets: $7.50 online; $8 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
 

 
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Dates

Preview 16 Mar 2016
Season 18 Mar – 26 Mar 2016

Performance start times
Tue – Sat 7.30pm; Mon 6.30pm; Wed 1pm; Sat 1.30pm 

Pricing and ticket information

Season Ticket prices
Pick six or more plays to create a personalised Season Ticket package. More info

Saturday evening A Reserve $45
Adult A Reserve $45
Concession $45
Seniors cardholder $45
Preview $40
Under 30 $45

Single Ticket prices
Saturday evening A Reserve $55
Saturday evening B Reserve $50
Adult A Reserve $55
Adult B Reserve $50
Concession $55
Seniors cardholder $55
Preview $50
Under 30 $55

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

Concession, seniors and under 30 tickets
Suitable and valid identification must be provided for collection of tickets and at the venue, such as your concession or proof of age card. Alternatively, you may email a copy of your identification to [email protected]. Please quote your booking reference number.

Access requirements
For specific access requirements, please call Box Office on (02) 9250 1777 to book your seats.

Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: $0
Single tickets: $7.50 online; $8 telephone; $0 Box Office counter

Age recommendation
Recommended for ages 12+

Insight Events

Pre-season Briefing
Mon 14 Mar 6.15pm
Wharf 2 Theatre
FREE. RSVP here

Audi Night with the Actors
Mon 21 Mar post-show

Find out more about our Insight Events.

Director & Writer Suzanne Andrade
Film, Animation & Design Paul Barritt
Music Lillian Henley
Associate Director & Design Esme Appleton
Sound Designer Laurence Owen
Costume Designer Sarah Munro

With
Esme Appleton, Will Close, Lillian Henley, Rose Robinson, Shamira Turner

Voices
Suzanne Andrade, Ben Whitehead

Photo Bernhard Mueller

★★★★★ The Times, UK    ★★★★★The Telegraph, UK

★★★★★Financial Times, UK    ★★★★★Evening Standard, UK

 

'This is a significant work of theatre not just for the ideas, brilliant and funny acting, quirky and memorable script (boasting many, many great lines), but because it is truly innovative.' The Guardian, Australia

'Unlike anything you will have experienced before - 1927 is officially the sexiest theatre company in town.' Evening Standard, UK

'Delightful and deliciously sly.' Financial Times, UK

'Exuberantly inventive.' The Guardian, UK

'A cracked, exaggerated, funhouse mirror reflection of our world that you could stare into for days.’ Time Out, UK

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