Survival on a Strange Planet
In space, no one can hear you change the channel.
By Darcie Rae Boatswain and Calum Johnston
Following an unplanned crash landing into an earthling’s apartment, a stranded and incompetent interstellar traveller must carefully plan their first steps into the outside world. Their only points of reference are an unresponsive human body and a collection of sci-fi movies.
Through incredible circus, playful puppetry, and comedic physical theatre, Survival on a Strange Planet explores how the stories we tell shape our views of the world around us. See the human-made world through new eyes as a naive alien discovers what we think about ourselves and each other through our pop culture in a fun-filled adventure.
Survival On A Strange Planet received initial development through the DPS Academy with Dead Puppet Society and The Princess Theatre.
Supported by The Arts Development Fund. The Arts Development Fund is a City of Gold Coast Council fund that supports the Gold Coast’s creative community by fostering professional pathways and skills development, contributing to our city’s vibrant lifestyle.
Supported by Aerial Athletic studios in Bowen Hills.
Image from Dean Hanson of DPS Academy Showcase
PRODUCTION INFORMATION
DATES: Thursday 23rd October, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday 24th October, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday 25th October, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
VENUE: The Ron Hurley Theatre
Seven Hills Hub
28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills
TICKETS: General $30, Concession $25
AGES & WARNINGS: Suitable for a general audience, recommended for ages 12+.
Contains strobe-like effects and haze. Implied violence. Occasional strong language.
ACCESSIBILITY: Wheelchair Accessible. Non-verbal piece with limited voiceover in English. Generally suitable for people with very basic English, and the hearing-impaired and d/Deaf community.
CREATIVES
Co-Creator and Director | Darcie Rae Boatswain
Co-Creator and Performer | Calum Johnston
Performer | Grace Law