Lord of the Flies
Maybe there is a beast.
Maybe it’s just us.
Roslyn Packer Theatre
The Play
★★★★ “Gripping, intense production” SMH
★★★★ “Absorbing… terrific” The Guardian
★★★★ "A smart, scintillating restoration” Daily Review
“Talented and energetic... excellent cast” The Australian
William Golding's
LORD OF THE FLIES
Adapted for the stage by Nigel Williams
Directed by Kip Williams
Maybe there is a beast. Maybe it’s just us.
When a plane crash leaves a group of schoolboys marooned on a desert island, it isn’t long before they descend into rivalries, chaos and violence.
Artistic Director Kip Williams’ staging makes us look at Lord of the Flies with new eyes. An exciting ensemble of adult actors, including Australian screen star Mia Wasikowska (Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland) will bring Golding’s island of boys to life, showing how quickly small cruelties can escalate. More than just pig’s blood will be spilled.
William Golding’s Lord of the Flies is a 20th century masterpiece, as relevant today as it was on its publication in 1954. In it, Golding created an enduring modern myth, examining humanity’s terrifying capacity for self-destruction.
Don’t miss this powerful and thrilling retelling of a classic.
Production Patrons Frances Allan & Ian Narev and Alan Joyce & Shane Lloyd
Approx. duration 1hr 50 mins (no interval). Subject to change. More info
Content warning Adult themes, violence, strong language, theatrical blood, theatrical haze and smoke, strobe lighting and complete theatrical blackouts. Subject to change. More info
TICKETS
Mon – Thu performances
Adult A Reserve $109
Adult B Reserve $99
Seniors cardholder $99
Concession $89
Under 30 $83
Restricted View $49
Fri & Sat performances
A Reserve tickets $120
B Reserve tickets $110
Restricted View $59
Preview performances
All tickets $83
Restricted View $39
Transaction fees may apply
$7.50 online; $8 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
Dates & Prices
DATES
Previews 23 - 26 Jul 2019
Season 29 Jul - 24 Aug 2019
Performance start times
Preview performances 7.30pm
In-season evening performances Mon & Tue 6.30pm; Wed – Sat 7.30pm
Matinee performances Wed 1pm; Sat 1.30pm
Schools Days performances 11.30am
Approx. duration 1hr 50 mins (no interval). Subject to change. More info
TICKET INFORMATION
Mon – Thu performances
Adult A Reserve $109
Adult B Reserve $99
Seniors cardholder $99
Concession $89
Under 30 $83
Restricted View $49
Fri & Sat performances
A Reserve tickets $120
B Reserve tickets $110
Restricted View $59
Preview performances
All tickets $83
Restricted View $39
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
$7.50 online; $8 telephone; $0 Box Office counter
Authorised ticket sellers
The only authorised ticket sellers for this event are Sydney Theatre Company and Roslyn Packer Theatre. Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered valid and reliable. More info
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.
ACCESS PERFORMANCES
Captioned performance
Wed 21 Aug 7.30pm
Audio described performance
Thu 22 Aug 7.30pm
Auslan interpreted performance
Thu 15 Aug 7.30pm
For specific access requirements, please call Box Office on (02) 9250 1777 to book your seats.
SCHOOLS DAYS
Wed 14 Aug 11.30am
Wed 21 Aug 11.30am
Creatives
CREATIVE TEAM
Director
Set Designer
Marg Horwell
Costume Designer
Alexander Berlage
Lighting Designer
James Brown
Composer & Sound Designer
Eryn Jean Norvill
Dramaturg
Heather Fairbairn
Assistant Director
Tim Dashwood
Fight Director
Dr Lyndall Grant
Fight Director
CAST
Joseph Althouse
Simon
Justin Amankwah
Henry
Nyx Calder
Bill
Yerin Ha
Maurice
Daniel Monks
Roger
Mark Paguio
Sam
Rahel Romahn
Piggy
Eliza Scanlen
Eric
Contessa Treffone
Jack
Nikita Waldron
Percival
Mia Wasikowska
Ralph
Production photos Zan Wimberley
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Events
INSIGHT EVENTS
We offer a range of free and ticketed events designed to give you further insight into our plays. Find out more about our Insight Events.
Pier Group Lunch
Mon 17 Jun 12pm
The Calyx in the Royal Botanic Garden
$75pp including a two-course lunch and glass of wine
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Pre-season Briefing
Mon 8 Jul 6.45pm
Richard Wherrett Studio
FREE, but bookings are essential as capacity is limited.
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Night with the Actors
Mon 5 Aug post-show
Mon 19 Aug post-show
reviews
★★★★ “Gripping, intense production” Sydney Morning Herald
★★★★ “Absorbing… terrific” The Guardian
★★★★ "A smart, scintillating restoration... Lord Of The Flies is exactly the story we need right now.” Daily Review
“Talented and energetic... excellent cast” The Australian
“It will make you rethink everything that came before.” The Australian
“The biggest, brightest light in Williams’ production is the cast… The company of actors is a fine one, and they barrel toward the bloody end with commitment and gusto.” Time Out Sydney
“Kip Williams has delivered a powerful warning about the dangers inherent in political structures, us-and-them dichotomies and the manufacturing of fear.” Sydney Morning Herald
"Ripples with the vitality of its young cast, most of whom make their STC debuts." The Music
Audiences are raving
“Amazing, amazing, amazing! I can't tell how much I enjoyed the craft, diversity, tension and fluidity of this show...bravo Kip Williams and cast.” Lee, via Facebook
“The cast is sensational… A relevant retelling at a time when we need to hear it.” @5gotothetheatre, via Twitter
“Loved watching your talented vibrant adult cast bounce off each other. Such a physical and visually pleasing depiction.” @lozzaloulilei, via Twitter
“Fascinating, brave, thought-provoking production... So much to think about” @JulietRieden, via Twitter
“Brilliant show ... well done one and all. Loved you all. Scary but perfect.” @chillicharlie2, via Instagram
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