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Two comedians walk into a marriage counsellor's office and walk out with an hour-long show. This time the jokes are personal. "Very Impressive" - The Times (Aaron Counter). "Charms the giggles out of her audience" - London Evening Standard (Liz Stephens). Marriage...it's a funny thing. 

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 Pratchett Pieces Three will consist of three brand new plays (never seen before), and a chance to catch up on a couple from Pratchett Pieces One and Two, that you may have missed in previous Fringe seasons.   If you are a Pratchett fan you cannot afford to miss this!  If you are not a fan yet, come along and see what all the fuss is about!

WARNING! 18+ - Contains nudity, violence, gutter talk, sexual fetishism, sexual violence, adult themes, defamatiion, implications, paper cuts and one golden shower! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!

SLICING AND DICING!!!!
“There’s a woman strapped up in a chair over there. Will you use a saw or cleaver? It might feel morally wrong, but it looks like you have to hack her head clean from her body. Don’t worry about the key. Try not to look at the Dark Man. Don’t read the itinerary. Just slice, and dice.”
 Slicing and Dicing!!!! is a blood soaked, brain spattered, tragic-comic farce of epic proportions about slavery, oppression, rebellion and great vegetarian lasagna.
Nov 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th & 30th.  Dec 1st, 2nd, 3rd.  All shows at 9pm


SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS: (full reviews attached below)

"..the gargantuan, blood soaked, ambitious horror/absurdist/protest/comedy lets rip....this is all great fun...Peter Dunn's direction is spot on, all the cast warm to their tasks and the music and effects bring it all home...Peter Maddern - Krystoff

"Alan Grace's script is fantastically insane, evidence of a passion for experimental theatre and a bizarre imagination......Duende should be commended for producing great new work with young actors and taking risks because so few local companies do the same" - Marcel Blanch-de Wilt - Theatre People

 "There are also a wealth of strong performances from all of the actors in their respective roles and some great ensemble work in this exceptionally thought-provoking work.  We are lucky in Adelaide that we do get to see some new, experimental theatre such as this" - Barry Lenny - Glam Adelaide.

 "Do not see this production if you are easily offended - but if you like a challenge and extremely avant- garde theatre, then this is the production for you"..... Brian Godfrey - ATG

Adelaide performing artist Emily McMahon, together with Accidental Productions, presents Neil Simon's The Good Doctor.

In a series of hilarious scenes rife with non-sequiturs - combining the social realism of Chekhov, the wit of Neil Simon and the surprising resources of one room - this young and exciting company will illuminate a rather skewed and humorous protrait of the world of Anton Chekhov.

A sly seducer goes to work on romancing a wedded woman. A man offering to drown himself for 3 roubles defends his performance as "a rich tableau filled with social implications". A not-so-defenceless creature demands a bank manager return her husband's rightful wages. A working class man keen on improving his social situation sneezes on the back of his employer's head during a night at the opera. A son protests as his father takes him in search of a "low-moraled woman" to turn the boy into a man.........

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS:

"Funny and light-hearted amusement, The Good Doctor is.....Neil Simon's take on the classical Russian works of Chekhov.....the further director Hew Parham and the five-person ensemble push the humour and clowning, the more successful the play becomes" Jane Howard - Australian Stage On-Line

"..terrific entertainment, wonderfully acted and well directed by Hew Parham....Eddie Morrison was perhaps the standout with a performance that reminds one of Hugh Lawrie in his Blackadder Days....Kyle Kaczmarcyk clearly revels in farce.......Emily McMahon....comfortably straddled twin roles.....Feeling down? Then going to this in the next week is exactly what the Good Doctor would order".- Kryztoff

"..an entertaining combination of the talents of two giants of theatre, Chekhov and Simon..........Director Hew Parham has done a good job of identifying the humour in the script... Andrew Pantelis demonstrates a good range as both the narrator and as the philandering Lothario.....Emily McMahon is wonderfully overbearing as Mrs Schukiin...Lucy Markiewicz is a haughty Madame Brassilhov...Kyle Kaczmarczyk gets it right each time he steps on stage..Eddie Morrison manages both the pomposity of General Brassilhov..and the officious timidity of Mr. Kristonov..........Jamie Wright - Adelaide Theatre Guide

ABOUT "MONSTROUS REGIMENT"

John Knox (well known Protestant Reformer of the 16th Century) is turning in his grave!   His view that women are "weak, pale, impatient, feeble, foolish, inconstant, variable, cruel and lacking the spirit of counsel and regiment" is about to be exposed for exactly what it is - MONSTROUS!

It may have taken five centuries since Knox wrote his essay entitled "The First Blast of the Trumpet Against the Monstrous Regiment of Women", as well as the enormous satirical wit of Sir Terry Pratchett, for Unseen Theatre Company to blow its own first blast of the trumpet, but here we are, ready to do battle with our own Monstrous Regiment, led by - you guessed it - a girl!

Polly Perks has to become a boy in a hurry. Cutting off her hair and wearing trousers is easy. Learning to fart and belch in public and walk like an ape takes more time......but nothing is going to stop her enlisting in the Borogravian Army to search for her lost brother.

The fact that there's a war on and their side's coming off worse doesn't scare her. Polly and her fellow recruits are suddenly in the thick of it, without any training.

All that the bunch of new recruits has on their side is the most artful sergeant in the army, a vampire with a lust for coffee, a troll, an Igor,  and a readiness to fight dirty.

As they take the war to to the heart of the enemy, they will need all the resources of the  Monstrous Regiment.

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS

"Nobody presents a Pratchett play like Pamela Munt and her Unseen Theatre Company. Monstrous Regiment, their latest offering at the Bakehouse Theatre is a winner....Monstrous Regiment is not just one for Discworld fans, it's a diverting and enjoyable production that's more than niche entertainment......" -
Stephen Davenport, Australian Stage Online

"Terry Pratchett is British. Very British, following the likes of Douglas Adams, Spike Milligan and the Monty Python crew in the great tradition of British absurdist humour.....Pamela Munt's direction is suitably restrained....wisely allowing the writing to remain the play's central feature.......Tom Crisp, in his stage debut, stands out as the ineptly deluded Lieutenant Blouse with a performance that is reminiscent of a young Graham Chapman or of Hugh Laurie's work in 'Black Adder'...David Geddes and ...Philip Lineton are both fantastic.....Kahlia Tutty delivers a wonderfully balanced performance ......Paul Messenger also deserves commendation for his authoritative performance...."
Aaron Nash - Db Magazine

"Pratchett fans will love this, and rightly so. This production seems to find most of the available humour and develops the, always present in Pratchett, social comment.....Kahlia Tutty is very believable as Polly.....there is a strong performance from Paul Messenger.....Samm Blackmore, Catherine Moore and Kate Hall make a great group of "lads" and Tom Crisp hits the target as Lieutenant Blouse..." -
Fran Edwards - Adelaide Theatre Guide

"This is by far one of Unseen Theatre's tightest productions...kudos to the efficient backstage crew ..who are as quiet and unobtrusive as possible.....Kahlia Tutty...is a delight to watch,,,,David Geddes steals the light as the troll.....Kristofa Cassono is nicely understated....Philip Lineton successfully reprises his role of an Igor....and doubles as nasty Prince Heinrich, showing his versatility......"
Rod Lewis - Glam Adelaide

"The strength of this production is the cast. Director Pamela Munt has picked the right mix of talent to play the various roles......the jokes (are delivered) in such a genuinely funny way......it's too easy to say that this is one for the Pratchett fans; more so this is for those that need humour in their cup of theatre ......."
Kosta Jaric - Fringe Benefits

"There are a lot of laughs in this production. There are the gender jokes of course, with a pair of socks playing a 'supporting' role throughout; the occasional fart noise; and a lot of crotch scratching, nose picking, swearing and swaggering from the girls being boys...........you could be serious about this evening out, of course. A recognisable theme is the folly of war, with many references applicable to more recent and real events......
Rosemary Cadden - Indaily

(FULL REVIEWS ATTACHED BELOW)

PREVIEW NIGHT AND FREE TIX (for holders of Health Care Cards) FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 17

OPENING NIGHT FOR MEDIA SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 18

Season continues Wed to Sat until October 2.   All shows at 8pm

Unseen Theatre Company and The Bakehouse Theatre are proudly supported by Australian Audio and Lighting Technology (AALT)  8373 4222  www.aalt.com.au

Accidental Productions presents the Australian Premiere of "A State of Affairs"

Marriage, sex and adultery are the subjects of Graham Swannell's first stage play. This witty and penetrating comedy quartet treats its theme with a moving and unforgettable compassion. A memorable debut for the writer.

A State of Affairs consists of four short plays:-

"Stuttgart"
The "same old grunts and groans" are beginning to pall for Terence. He feels that it's a bit like having dover sole every night. Not that there's anything wrong with dover sole. In fact he loves it. Its just that he wants to spend time over it. Gently ease it from its bones. Eat it with relish. And you can't do that if you eat it every day, or even twice a day, can you?

"Consequences"
Jack and Frances shook hands on the rules. They simply fancied each other. There was to be no falling in love. That would have been a "bloody cock-up" - especially since they were both already married. No, they would have the perfect affair with no consequenses............

"The Day of the Dog"
According to his friends, Allen has the haunted look of a trapped animal, which can only mean one thing. - He's been "dabbling". But who can resist when "there's so much of it about"?. They understand perfectly. What they can't understand is why he has broken rule number one and told his wife. She might think that he's having a "dabble" but she doesn't want to know that he's having a "dabble". That would mean she has to face it......

Commitment
Joanna and Ellis are new parents. Somehow amongst the nappies and the dishes, the fun and the sex seems to have disappeared from their lives. They are also missing some adult conversation with friends. Perhaps some help around the house could give them some time to re-vitalise their marriage. Unless of course they have the sort of help that their friend Julia has......

The Bakehouse Theatre is proudly supported by Australian Audio and Lighting Technology www.aalt.com.au 83734222

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS:  (for full reviews click on "attachments" below)

"A resounding hit......Go!..I shall again!......Made our weekend! Thank you very much indeed!" - Hills Entertainment Guide - John Ovenden

"Accidental Productions has once again delivered some quality, thought provoking theatre. Its an institution that South Australia can justifiably be proud of and is yet another element that makes the Bakehouse's program an absolute must for any dedicated theatre goer" - Maggie Wood - Adelaide Theatre Guide

"Not by accident, but by dint of good direction, Accidental Productions' Joh Hartog has crafted a pleasant entertainment......Tim Overton is very funny as the anxious Terrence, Katie O'Reilly buildsCaroline's character weill......Peter Burdon - The Advertiser

"Human shortcomings in the face of commitment issues are great material for comedy and there are some insightful dialogue gems in this package....the sign of a good play ..providing food for thought" - Independent Weekly - Rosemary Cadden

"This is an evening of fun, but with an undercurrent of a deeper exploration of relationships which makes the humour work better because of that foundation" Glam Adelaide - Barry Lenny

"Nic Krieg who oozes shady charm....illuminates the piece......Charlotte Rees is fine as the sex buddy Frances....there's enough charm in "A State of Affairs" to recommend it to anyone" -Australian Stage On-Line - Stephen Davenport

"Joh Hartog's direction is clear and the actors all respond with total dedication to produce a fun evening. You can ponder on any lessons later or not" - Myk Mykyta - Radio Adelaide

Bad Company is proud to present the return of its five star 2009 Fringe sell-out "The Adventures of Dead Jim", a play that explores the issues of drug addiction, alcoholism and recovery in a unique way.   The Adventures of Dead Jim starts in the realm of a black comedy and spirals down into the darkest recesses of the human condition.  It is returning one last time to challenge and delight audiences with its explosive narrative.

Jim and his two friends Louis and Liz are having the greatest drug and alcohol fuelled night of their life. Within minutes of returning home, Jim is dead. Liz and Louis, not to let a deceased loved one intrude on their partying, use Jim's lifeless body like a puppet, retelling the story of his life, demise and lost freedom.  The two friends each in turn use Jim as a confessional, his rigid demeanour acting like a mirror forcing them to face the harsh truth of the selfish lives they lead.

The escape, isolation, excitement, successes and tragedies of addiction are explored in multiple ways that transition smoothly from the absurd to the postmodern, the real and into the surreal.  It is complimented with interludes of cinematic time-lapse photography footage created by Nick Graalman of Quench Studios, adding another level for younger audiences to engage with.

The Adventures of Dead Jim  is a must see for adults and teens alike. The subject matter has been catered delicately to provide the maximum amount of relevant information combined with compelling and addictive entertainment. It is a relentles rollercoaster of engaging and challenging drama that leaves something for every parent and child to discuss afterwards.

Warning: Drug references - recommended for people over the age of 14

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS:

"....a sincere, earnest and well acted show......the performances are good....especially Kurt Murray's as the dead Jim" - Myk Mykyta - Radio Adelaide

".....outstanding is Irish accent actor Sarah Hone playing the overstoned Liz.....Kurt Murray gives a spectacular performance as Jim" - Richard Flynn - Adelaide Theatre Guide

From the novel by Sir Terry Pratchett.

We all know that man cannot survive on bread alone - unless of course he is Lord Havelock Vetinari, Patrician of Ankh-Morpork. 

Vetinari usually dines on bread and water followed by the oil that makes the city of Ankh-Morpork run smoothly.

In this year of the Pensive Hare, people were getting bored, and the oil was wearing a bit thin.  It was threatening to spread out of control via the vicious street game of foot-the-ball that people were turning to for their amusement. A game that they believed was more exciting than beating other people over the head with big weapons.

Football - like diplomacy and marriage. Short periods of fighting followed by long periods of negotiation.

"We play and are played and the best we can hope for is to do it with style" - Lord Havelock Vetinari

Here we go! Here we go! Here we go!

NOTE:
This show has a special bonus surprise being shown in the Studio Theatre during interval. The first 40 people to collect their tickets to the main stage will be given tickets to use in the Studio Theatre. Others may watch what is happening there on the monitor in the foyer.  So don't be late to pick up your tickets! Foyer doors open at 7.30pm. First in, first served!

Unseen Theatre Company  is proudly supported by AALT (Australian Audio & Lighting Technology)  8373 4222

www.aalt.com.au

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS:   (fulll reviews attached)

"Director Pamela Munt is wonderful at staging the epic and ridiculous, and here she's at the top of her game as she has her cast working their socks off...........the tale, of course, becomes absurdly comic and involves the world's greatest supermodel, a superb pie cook, goblins, orcs and monsters such as fashion designers and footballers...."
Stephen Davenport - Independent Weekly

"...this yarn of star crossed football fans, wizards and goblins was a delight with just the right amount of humour......Trudi Pavlovsky nursed those of us unschooled in Pratchett through the narrative...Mr. Nutt....was played with a soft and appealing demeanour by David Dyte....an honourable mention goes to Paul Messenger.........but the night belonged to Mark Ormsby and Philip Lineton...........this production deserves to be seen"
Howard Sumner - Australian Stage On-Line

"There's a crowd outside the Bakehouse Theatre. Instead of an orderly queue, it's a throng. A mob. A shove - which somehow seems appropriate for an audience waiting (impatiently) to see Unseen Theatre Company's presentation of Terry Pratchett's novel Unseen Academicals. What makes the production work is the quality of the supporting actors, the costumes, and the loving recreation of the Discworld by all involved."
Tony Busch - Adelaide Theatre Guide

Star Trek - The Trouble with Tribbles

Pratchett Pieces Two is presented by Unseen Theatre Company and Insight Presents.

Discworld is on air with an outrageous collection of short stories by Terry Pratchett, adapted by Pamela Munt. Performed as an old time radio show.

THRILL to the action!
LAUGH at live sound effects!
SWOON over handsome heroes, leading ladies, worn out warriors!
Join in the world of aural illusion!

SNIPPETS FROM REVIEWS:

Writer and performer Chirs Wallace presents a 19th century Mark Twain for a 21st century audience in an hilarious one man show that will leave you laughing, crying, stunned, provoked and challenged.

The Bakehouse Theatre Company presents

"The Drawer Boy"

A charmingly delicate comedy where one youth's self-discovery is the impetus for two old friends to re-examine their past.

Professional Collective presents

BORROWED TIME

Written and Directed by Stephen House

In an attempt to relive a glorious past seven people regroup after thirty five years apart. Can anything ever be as it was? Only time will tell. And time is running out...fast.

Starring some of Adelaide's most experienced professional acters: Wayne Anthony, Michael Baldwin, Roger Newcombe, Chrissie Page, Jacqy Philliips, Anna Pike and Bridget Walters.