The Story Of The Oars

By Nigel Featherstone
Music composed by Jay Cameron

something hidden can’t remain hidden for ever

Somewhere on the east coast of Australia, summer: four teenagers, including three brothers, drown on a lake. Thirty years later, with the lake now dry, Clocker and his son Tom make a visit. But when two lakeside residents appear, they are embroiled in an unimaginable commemoration – and unburden themselves of the truth.

A play with spoken-word songs and music, The Story of the Oars is a bold new Australian theatrical work about the repercussions of telling the truth. It’s also an audacious exploration of Australian class, privilege, and the power of place to enchant, repel, and – ultimately – heal.

By award-winning writer Nigel Featherstone, with music written and performed by Jay Cameron, and directed by dramaturg, writer and filmmaker Shelly Higgs, The Story of the Oars is an evocative and intricate new theatrical work.

Download The Story Of The Oars PDF Program

Featuring
Craig Alexander
Louise Bennet
Sally Marett
Callum Doherty

with musician Jay Cameron

Director: Shelly Higgs
Lighting Designer: Veronique Benett
Costume Designer: Leah Ridley

A Street Produced Professional Theatre Production

Street One | Reserved | Duration 105 Minutes including interval
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Lend an Ear: Living Arts Canberra | Artsound FM

Reviews: Canberra Critics Circle | Whispering Gums | City News

Sat 20 September 7:30pm performance followed by a post-show Q&A

a special performance where the audience gets to ask cast and crew questions after the show

This is your chance to gain deeper insight into the work, ask questions about the artistic process, hear behind-the-scenes anecdotes and more with the cast and creative team.
The post-show Q&A is only available to ticketholders of that performance and are included in the ticket price.
These evenings are always very popular, so make sure you book in early!

Sun 21 September 3pm Meet The Makers: Where Words Music and Action meet

Join Artistic Director and CEO Caroline Stacey OAM in conversation with playwright Nigel Featherstone, composer-performer Jay Cameron and director Shelly Higgs. Explore the layers of a work where a deconstructed piano is one of five characters and text and music are in constant dialogue with space and light. We invite you to find out more about how this ambitious and thrilling work was brought to life on the stage.

This is a free event, but reservations are essential. Please RSVP with name and telephone number via rsvp@thestreet.org.au