This September pirates will be raiding the University of Tasmania with PLoT's production of Treasure Island. Swashbuckling sword fights, a dashing hero and devilish villains await all those who dare step aboard the Hispaniola, to sail alongside the infamous Long John Silver and his gang of mutinous pirates.
When: Tue 11th September - Sat 15th @ 7pm
Matinees on Thu 13th September & Sat 15th @ 1pm
Where: Studio Theatre, UTAS Sandy Bay Campus (next to the Stanley Burbury Theatre)
Tickets: At the door - $10 adults, $8 concession, $6 children under 13, $6 PLoT members
More info: Contact us
Treasure Island is the story of Jim Hawkins (Stephanie Stevens), a young English boy who sets off on the adventure he has always dreamed of. Captain Smith (Ryan Davey) and the slightly deranged Ben Gunn (Rowan Harris) help protect Jim on his adventure from deadly pirates Mad Jane (Laura Bailey) and Long John Silver (Jason Wright) as everyone searches to find the mysterious Skeleton Island and Captain Flint's burried treasure.
Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel has been adapted to the stage by Owen Tubb in all its original excitement and adventure. With a cast of over 20 of Tasmania's finest young actors the show will feature a range of innovative lighting and sound techniques to help bring the show alive for people of all ages.
The show is also being preformed at a range of Hobart primary schools. Actor Jason Wright, who plays the show's villain Long John Silver, stated that performing to children is one of the best experiences he has had on stage. "The kids are really rewarding to perform to," said Wright. "They just get really involved in the whole show, calling out and screaming at the characters, you can see they're really having a good time and that helps bring the show to life."
Narrators - Patrick Rundle & Ness Chapman
Jim - Steph Stevens
Pirates - Jess Hammond (Jukes), Peter Greenwood (Cullen), Laura Bailey (Mad Jane), Alexander Nolan (Black Dog), Tim Knispel (Bloodnut), Casey Ieraci (Hawkeye)
Long John Silver - Jason Wright
Bill Bones / Ben Gunn - Rowan Harris
Mrs. Hawkins - Elka Bezemer
Captain Smith - Ryan Davey
Wives - Nicole Calabria, Elka Bezemer, Rose Stewart, Warren Sahr ("Frank")
Adapter/Director - Owen Tubb
Production Manager - Jason Wright
Art Director - Leigh Salter
Stage Manager - Carl Fordham
Stage Hands - Tiani Otten, Jessie Sawyer, Tom Musgrove
Lighting & Sound - Mark Finlayson
Costumes - Emma Turner
PLoT Theatre Company is made possible by funding from the Tasmania University Union and facilities provided by the University of Tasmania. © 2007 PLoT Theatre Company | Disclaimers | www.plot.org.au