Sweat

A Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece by America’s most performed living playwright.

11 Nov - 21 Dec 2024

Wharf 1 Theatre

The Play

SWEAT

By Lynn Nottage
Directed by Shari Sebbens

Blood, sweat and explosive drama

Lynn Nottage is the superstar writer of two Pulitzer Prize-winning plays and, in 2023, became America’s most produced living playwright. In 2024, Sydney Theatre Company will mount the Australian premiere of her second Pulitzer winner Sweat, the critically acclaimed slice-of-life masterpiece, starring Australian acting icons Paula Arundell and Lisa McCune.

Set in Reading, Pennsylvania, Sweat tells the story of a group of factory workers trying to keep their heads above water as the American steel industry collapses around them. At the centre of this group are Tracy, Cynthia and Jessie – three old friends who’ve seen each other through everything; births, deaths, marriages and a single workplace for their entire adult lives. When Tracy (McCune) and Cynthia (Arundell) go for the same, long-fought-for promotion, deeply buried tensions begin to boil over into a compelling and touching drama.

Since its premiere, Sweat has captured audience imaginations in extended runs on both Broadway and the West End. In this new production, STC Resident Director Shari Sebbens (Fences) will create a moving, and absorbing piece featuring a cast of eight incredible actors. Don’t miss your chance to experience this landmark of new American theatre in the intimacy of The Wharf.

Approx. duration 2 hrs 20 mins (including interval). Subject to change.
Content Frequent strong language, racist and ableist language, drug use, violence and smoking. Subject to change.

DATES

Previews 11 – 14 Nov 2024
Season 16 Nov – 15 Dec 2024

Night with the Artists
Mon 18 Nov, post-show

Captioned Performances
Tue 10 Dec, 6.30pm
Sat 14 Dec, 1.30pm

Audio Described Performances
Tue 3 Dec, 6.30pm

Auslan-Interpreted Performances
Thu 5 Dec, 7.30pm

Performance start times
Preview performances 7.30pm
In-season evening performances Mon & Tue 6.30pm; Wed – Sat 7.30pm; Sun 5pm
Matinee performances Wed 1pm; Sat 1.30pm

SINGLE TICKET PRICES 

Mon – Thu
Adult/Seniors Premium Reserve $115
Adult/Seniors A Reserve $105
Adult/Seniors B Reserve $90
Student/Concession Premium Reserve $85
Student/Concession A Reserve $75
Student/Concession B Reserve $60
Under 30s Premium Reserve $65
Under 30s A Reserve $55
Under 30s B Reserve $40

Fri & Sat evening
Premium Reserve $125
A Reserve $115
B Reserve $100

Sat Matinee & Sun
Adult/Seniors Premium Reserve $125
Adult/Seniors A Reserve $115
Adult/Seniors B Reserve $100
Student/Concession Premium Reserve $95
Student/Concession A Reserve $85
Student/Concession B Reserve $70
Under 30s Premium Reserve $75
Under 30s A Reserve $65
Under 30s B Reserve $50

Preview performances
Premium Reserve $63
A Reserve $55
B Reserve $50

Groups Discount (10+ people)
Monday – Thursday
Premium $104
A Reserve $95
B Reserve $81

Please call the Box Office on (02) 9250 1777 to book groups.

Season Ticket Prices

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Seniors discounts
Seniors discounts are an exclusive benefit for Season Ticket Holders. Seniors card holders (excluding Senior Savers Cards) save $5 for all performances except Previews, Friday and Saturday evenings.

Prices are correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
*Discount is off full-price tickets, excluding preview performances.

Transaction fees may apply
Season Ticket bookings: $0
Single ticket bookings: $8.50

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. More info.

Authorised ticket sellers
The only authorised ticket sellers for this event are Sydney Theatre Company and Sydney Opera House. Only tickets purchased by authorised agencies should be considered valid and reliable. More info.

Director Shari Sebbens
Designer Jeremy Allen
Lighting Designer Verity Hampson
Composer & Sound Designer Brendon Boney

With
Paula Arundell, Lisa McCune

Marketing image Rene Vaile

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