"As a visitor to Perth who likes to see live theatre, this was a terrific show in a great venue. The versatility and impact of the acting and its closeness was most appreciated."
Zen's Red Mouth audience member, July 2007

"Loved the show, I always enjoy the performances at The Blue Room. Artsy atmosphere, but not pretentious, cutting edge performances. Never boring"
Fragmented audience member, Feb 2007

The Maids

the MOXY collective

frame_showpage_themaids.png

Runs:        
(Preview Tue 19 May)
Wed 20 – Sat 23 May
Tue 26 – Sat 30 May
Tue 2 – Sat 6 Jun
Meet the Artists Tue 26 May

Time:
All shows 8pm

Make a Booking
About the Venue

The Blue Room Theatre
19 May - 6 June 2009

 Image: Skye Sobejko

Written by Jean Genet

Directed by
Renée Newman-Storen

Featuring
Caitlin McLoughlin,
Ingrid Hartwig, and
Caitlin Beresford-Ord

Set and Costume Design by
Cherie Hewson

Lighting Design by
Lisa McCready

In a society that defines who you are by what you have, what happens to those who have nothing?

French artist Jean Genet’s 20th century work will be reinvigorated with this vibrant and original showcase of West Australian women artists, including an original sound design by Felicity Groom - Winner, 2008 WA Top Song Competition for Triple J Unearthed.

Every night reality blurs with fantasy as Claire and Solange take turns pretending to be their mistress in a crazed ritual, fantasizing the murder of Madame.

With its evocative language, The Maids is a harrowing tale about the rituals of extravagance and the horrors of poverty, the agony of exclusion and the ecstasy of imagination.

A City of Perth Winter Arts Season event. Visit www.perthwinterarts.com.au for more.

 

Tickets:

Full $22 / Conc. $15
Blue Room Members: Full $18 / Conc. $12

Groups 6+: All tickets $15