The Substation/​ The Rabble/​ WAKE/

PRESENTED BY THE SUBSTATION, MELBOURNE FRINGE AND THE RABBLE

WAKE is a new performance installation by powerhouse experimental theatre makers THE RABBLE, and produced by Performing Lines. Created with an ensemble of older women from Melbourne's West about the body, death and loneliness, it embraces connection, the rituals we inhabit as we age and the spaces where we feel most comfortable.

Audiences are welcomed into the iconic Italian Social Club Altona to experience a work that is part party, part surreal vaudeville show, part conversation and part town hall meeting. WAKE asks audiences to consider the difficult and taboo discussions around ageing but also celebrates the subtle power of eight spectacular older women.

Exploring the ever-increasing hostility towards women’s bodies particularly for older people, WAKE features acts of artistic courage created by the participating women, featuring anything from a ukulele solo to a professional wrestling bout; a Shakespeare monologue to a political speech. In an age of dislocation, WAKE is a work of solidarity.

There will also be an exhibition of video works on display throughout the Italian Social Club as part of WAKE for audiences to experience before and after the performance.

Come and join us at the Italian Social Club Altona for an evening of art and celebration.





PRODUCTION CREDITS

Co-Creators & Co-Directors: Emma Valente and Kate Davis
Community Liaison: Cassandra Fumi
Set, Costume & Video Designer: Kate Davis

Sound Designer, Composer & Video Designer: Emma Valente Lighting Designer & Associate
Set Designer: Emma Lockhart-Wilson
Co-Creators & Performers: Heather Cull, Sandy Daly, Marilyn Davies, Sally Goldner, Clare Larman, Terri Seddon, Jo Walker and Sandy Wood
Production Manager: Nate Evans
Stage Manager: Zsuzsa Gaynor Mihaly
Assistant Stage Manager: Klari Agar

Associate Artists: Dana Miltins & Mary Helen Sassman
Produced by Performing Lines VIC

GETTING THERE

Please note that this event is happening offsite at the Italian Social Club Altona, 71-79 Kyle Rd, Altona North VIC 3025.

Doors and Bar open as well as video installation available for viewing from 6.30pm.

Please note The Italian Social Club Altona is only accessible via car, with plenty of free car parking available on site. For those unable to get to the venue by car, there are a limited number of spots available on a free shuttle bus leaving at 6.30pm from The Substation (200m from Newport Station) and heading directly to and from the Italian Social Club Altona. The bus is wheelchair accessible. To book a one-way and/or return trip on the shuttle bus, simply select your show tickets below, and then add the Shuttle Bus Add On to your cart.

Please note that latecomers will not be admitted.

DURATION

This performance runs for approximately 105 minutes without an interval.

WARNINGS

This event contains strobe and flashing lights, sudden loud noises and will be presented in low lighting. The performance contains mild coarse language and references to sex, death, the process of ageing, euthanasia and mental health, as well as representations of death.

ACCESS

The seating provided for this performance will be chairs with backs. The event is wheelchair accessible and accessible toilets are available.

Access Pack

AUSLAN INTERPRETED SESSION

The performance on Thursday 12 October will be Auslan interpreted by Cindi Boychuk and Leah Collins.

Please note: tickets may be available from Melbourne Fringe's website even after The Substation allocation is exhausted. If you see the “Sold Out” message on this page, please check the Melbourne Fringe website.