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The Red Tree

Theatre
The Red Tree

A magical adaptation of Shaun Tan’s The Red Tree that transported audiences to the strange world of peculiar creatures and dream-like landscapes. A young girl, having a bad day, navigates a curious and unfamiliar world, followed by a single red leaf – a reminder of hope, resilience and inspiration.

FOUR HELPMANN AWARDS© 2013 NOMINATIONS INCLUDING BEST PRESENTATION FOR CHILDREN, BEST ORIGINAL SCORE, BEST LIGHTING DESIGN AND BEST SCENIC DESIGN

The Red Tree by Shaun Tan

11 February 2012 – 14 February 2012 @ Subiaco Arts Centre

Perth International Arts Festival and Barking Gecko Theatre Company

Cast & Creatives

Featuring Ella Hetherington, Dylan Hooper, Clint Bracknell and David Salvaire

Adapted for the Stage and Directed by John Sheedy

Designed by Gypsy Taylor Lighting Design by Matthew Marshall Sound Design by Kingsley Reeve

“Pure imaginative gold.” The Sunday Times
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“Bold and visually arresting… Sheedy isn’t afraid to take a risk.” The West Australian
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“The directional decision by Sheedy to punctuate the show with stillness, emotive presence, incorporating a winning ensemble cast and an exceptionally innovative design crew is the key to The Red Tree’s success.” Lowdown Magazine
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“Overall, The Red Tree is a production that is fun and emotionally stimulating, purposely avoiding numerous theatrical clichés that are often associated with Theatre for Young People.” Lowdown Magazine
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“Like Tan’s work, the visual style of the play is a richly detailed feast for the eyes. The stage is constantly transforming and revealing surprises.” ArtsHub – 4.5 stars
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“By the end of the show all those leaves come alive, and so do we.” Perth Now
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