A Message from the Chairman 2A Message from the Artistic Director 3Why Subscribe? 4

A StreetcAr NAmed deSire 6

AS You Like it 8

duSt 10

the SeAguLL 12

LAughter oN the 23rd FLoor 14

Gasp! 16

Emerging Artists 18Welcome to the Black Swan Lab 19

FLood 20

the houSe oN the LAke 22

Planning Your Visit 24Heath Ledger Theatre Seating Plan 26Studio Underground Seating Plans 27About Black Swan 28Black Swan's Partners 292014 Subscription and Ticket Prices 302014 Subscription Form 31

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“A line can be straight, or a street, but the human heart, oh, no, it’s curved like a road through mountains.” Tennessee Williams

our hearts are irrational, chaotic, powerful, passionate, pulsing with love and hate. our rational minds guide us down the straight line, the road that should be taken, the system that must

be followed. But our hearts take us on journeys of discovery and misadventure. the battle for dominance between chaos and order, savagery and civility makes for great theatre, and is central to our 2014 season.

Black Swan is proud to present a dynamic combination of emerging artists, familiar Western Australian talent and nationally acclaimed stars. on the heath Ledger stage we have three classics, A Streetcar Named Desire, The Seagull and As You Like It; an Australian world premiere about a very dusty day in WA aptly titled Dust, and two contemporary comedies, Laughter on the 23rd Floor and Gasp!.

Powerful women dominate the heath Ledger this year, as the ever beautiful Sigrid thornton brings her melancholy and grace to Blanche duBois, the scintillating greta Scacchi sizzles as Arkadina and the delightful Jovana miletic as rosalind dazzles from court to forest and back again.

in the Studio underground we celebrate the inaugural work of the Black Swan Lab with two new plays, one by chris isaacs, a member of Black Swan’s emerging Writers group, and the other by Aidan Fennessy, who won such acclaim for his play National Interest.

So wind your way through the brochure to see what delights the heath Ledger and the Studio underground hold for you, and you’ll see names like Ben elton, Anton chekhov, Alison van reeken, Stuart halusz, emily mcLean, Adam mitchell, chrissie Parrott and michael Loney, to name just a few. We are proud to bring artists of this calibre to the people of Western Australia. this season of drama is sexy, scintillating and downright hilarious, a cri de coeur to live our lives as fully as we can and to share them with strangers as well as with friends. So nestle into the beautiful seats at the State theatre centre, and wait for a moment of illusion, or perhaps a moment of truth.

Kate CherryArtiStic director

Artistic DirectorA messAge From the

In my first year as Chairman of Black swan state Theatre Company, I am delighted to invite you to join us for another exciting year of theatre

at the state Theatre Centre of WA.

I accepted the role of Black Swan’s chairman because the company has an outstanding Board and staff, a clear vision and aspirations for a future that celebrates Western Australia locally,

nationally and internationally.

Black Swan has had a remarkable five years, growing audiences and building partnerships far and wide. thanks to our partnership with rio tinto, Black Swan has developed and presented nine new Australian works, with seasons at Queensland theatre company, melbourne theatre company, and Sydney theatre company at the Sydney opera house. the company has also toured to regional Western Australia, major festivals in Brisbane and canberra, the Barbican in London and to daegu in korea. Black Swan has also engaged with audiences across Western Australia through community access and education programs.

thank you to all the stakeholders who have supported our success. Black Swan owes its ability to produce work of artistic vibrancy relevant to our community to the significant support of our corporate partners, donors, foundations and governments. most of all, we owe our success to the passionate commitment of all of you, our subscribers and patrons who join us on theatrical adventures time and again.

i am very proud of our 2014 season. it celebrates old and new friends, emerging artists and familiar faces. i look forward to seeing you at the theatre engaging with our varied theatrical offerings, mixing with our talented artists and bringing our foyers to life.

Mark BarnabachAirmAN

The ChairmanA messAge From

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onlIne Visit www.bsstc.com.au and follow the links to the secure subscription

form.

By mAIl complete the booking

form and return it to: Black Swan State theatre company,

Po Box 337, Northbridge WA 6865.

By telephone contact Black Swan on (08) 6212 9300 between

10am and 4pm (monday to Friday).

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booking form to Black Swan on (08) 6212 9318.

get cLoSer to the ActioN!

Add some glamour to your night at the theatre! Satisfy the socialite in you by choosing the 5 or 6 Play opening Night subscription packages, which include complimentary programmes and invitations to our ViP post-show parties, or book the closing Night Party as an “add-on” to your subscription.

What can you expect on opening nights?Black Swan’s opening nights in the heath Ledger theatre are highly sought after. Not only will you be amongst the first to see each play on its official opening night, you will also be sharing the auditorium with artists and their friends and families, Black Swan’s Board members and plenty of ViPs. At the post-show opening night party, you will be able to enjoy fine wine and canapés and celebrate with the actors. Please note there are only 110 opening Night subscription packages available for the 2014 season.

Why are closing nights so special? closing nights are a great night at the theatre, as you join the cast to toast the end of the season at the post-show closing night party. closing night parties are generally less formal and more intimate than the opening night parties, which gives you plenty of opportunity to meet the actors and creative team. it has been said that this is the party of choice!

Meet the artists at play briefings and other exclusive subscriber eventsAs a subscriber you are able to attend exclusive play briefings before a play opens and take advantage of other opportunities to get rare behind-the-scenes glimpses. You will also receive invitations to attend events like our season launch! Further details will be sent to you throughout the year. our quarterly subscriber newsletter ventures backstage to give you an exclusive insight into Black Swan, featuring interviews, coverage of social events and other company news.

Support theatre in Western Australia Subscriptions are all about making your theatre experience exceptional, but also form an important pillar of Black Swan’s box office income and are vital in helping us produce high quality work. As a subscriber, you are also playing a very important part in supporting live theatre in Western Australia!

In person Visit the Black Swan office in the State theatre centre of Western Australia at Level 1, 182 William Street, Perth between 10am and 4pm (monday to Friday). direct access to the office is via a narrow gate and external flight of stairs at 182 William Street. For access to Black Swan’s office via lift, please head to the State theatre centre box office for further directions.

Premium SerVice

Be the first to book and secure the best seats in the house! Black Swan subscribers receive priority seating, including the most popular premium seating areas. the earlier you subscribe, the better your chance to secure the best seats for yourself! take advantage of Black Swan’s exclusive subscription booking period and secure your favourite seats and preferred dates before anyone else. the exclusive booking period is open from 14 october to 29 November 2013. general ticket sales for selected productions open on 2 december 2013, but subscriptions can be purchased up until 29 August 2014.

make sure you indicate your seating preferences on page 31 of the subscription form. if your seating preference is not available on the date of your choice, we will allocate the best seating as close as possible to your original request.

Free ticket exchanges if you are not able to see a play on the date you initially selected, you can change the date of your booking through Black Swan’s free ticket exchange service. So if your plans change unexpectedly, you won’t have to miss out on a long anticipated play!

greAt SAViNgS

Save money and time! By subscribing, you can save over $200 per couple on your theatre tickets. Planning ahead does not only make sense financially, but it also saves you time and fuss by having all your theatre nights planned and booked well in advance.

Further discounts for loyal subscribers if you subscribed to Black Swan in 2013, we will reward you for your loyalty by giving you an even greater discount on your 2014 subscription. make sure you select one of the ‘Welcome Back’ packages for extra savings!

Share the experience interested in treating your parents to A Streetcar Named Desire, or bringing your friends along to Dust? When you subscribe, you can book additional tickets for individual performances at a discounted price. these discounts are only available if you book your additional tickets at the same time as your subscription.

Wait, there’s more! As a Black Swan subscriber you are entitled to discounts and offers from our incentive partners including other arts organisations, cinemas, restaurants and sponsors. You will receive a full list of incentive partners with your subscription package.

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CAst InClUdesBenj d’Addario Nathaniel dean Luke hewitt michael Loney rhoda Lopez William mcNeill Sigrid thornton Steve turner Alison van reeken

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American realism at its nail-biting best.

BLANche, an aging Southern belle, impoverished and alcoholic, escaping lost illusions and faded glory, seeks shelter with her sister, Stella, in New orleans.

Stella and her husband, Stanley, live and love in a tiny apartment in a poor quarter of New orleans, where the inhabitants pulse with vitality and sensuality. Blanche’s arrival throws the couple into turmoil when Blanche, the dreamer, and Stanley, the realist, battle each other for Stella’s affections. When a sexually charged conflict erupts between Stanley and Blanche, it threatens to destroy Blanche’s tenuous grasp on sanity and the very fabric of Stella’s happiness.

Starring multi-award winning Australian actors, Sigrid thornton (Sea Change) and Nathaniel dean, and featuring some of Western Australia’s most acclaimed performers, this heartbreaking play will intoxicate you with its raw, dramatic power.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for drama, New York drama critics’ circle Award for Best Play and numerous other awards.

“One of the most celebrated plays of the twentieth century.” The NeW YorK TiMeS

A Streetcar Named Desire is presented by special arrangement with The University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee.

"Whoever you are – I have always

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“Jazz drifts down the streets and sex lurks around the corner, as iconic actress Sigrid Thornton brings to life Blanche,

one of the most celebrated roles of the 20th century, alongside some of WA's most loved actors.”

AssIstAnt dIreCtorLawrie cullen-taitdUrAtIon2 hrs 30 mins incl. interval WArnIngAdult themes, smoking.

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girl falls for boy. Boy falls for girl. But when the malice of an evil duke tears them apart and forces them to flee into the forest, can love still win the day? And more importantly: can a woman

still win her man while pretending that she’s a he?

AS YOU LIkE IT is one of the most beloved romantic comedies of all time. Playful, passionate and enchanting, the topsy-turvy tale of rosalind and

orlando is chock-full of outlandish characters and some of Shakespeare’s greatest lines. Full of wit, wisdom and warmth, it’s the perfect play for anyone who’s ever been in love.

come “fleet the time carelessly” with some of WA’s favourite actors in this enchanting production directed by helpmann Award-winner roger hodgman.

“Shakespeare’s wittiest and most joyful comedy.” The Courier MAil

CAst InClUdescaitlin Beresford-ord Brett dowson Andy Fraser Brendan hanson Luke hewitt geoff kelso Nick maclaine greg mcNeill Jovana miletic cecelia Peters

igor Sas grace Smibert James Sweeny Steve turner dIreCtorroger hodgman set & CostUme desIgnerchristina Smith

By WilliAm SHAKeSPeARe

AS YOU LIKE IT

lIghtIng desIgnermatt Scott soUnd desIgner/ComposerAsh gibson greigAssIstAnt dIreCtorLawrie cullen-taitdUrAtIon2 hrs 40 mins incl. interval

K A t e s A y s

"Roger Hodgman’s wonderful production features some of Western Australia’s favourite actors and a whole new crop of

dazzling young things bursting onto our stage in debut performances. This light-hearted production, brimful of music, love and foibles

across the generations, will enchant and delight you.”

"All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players ..."

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What would you do if the world outside changed in an instant?

A great wind completely blankets Perth with red dust. Some believe that an apocalypse looms. But for others – a man and his young step-daughter, two

strangers stranded in an airport lounge, young lovers in a hotel suite, a bride-to-be watching her white wedding disintegrate – the storm might be a gift.

A stunning look at the ways in which we love, blame, connect, and find beauty in the chaos of our lives.

tender, uplifting and unforgettable, Dust, by acclaimed and dazzling playwright Suzie miller is about the odysseys we embark on when our worlds turn upside down.

“[Suzie Miller’s] words have the capacity to make people see the world differently.” ANDreW DeNToN

CAst InClUdesFayssal Bazzi Benj d’Addario charlotte devenport Alison van reeken gemma Willing

dIreCtoremily mcLeanset & CostUme desIgnerFiona BrucelIghtIng desIgnertrent Suidgeest

By Suzie milleR

Dust

dUrAtIon90 mins [no interval]WArnIngcoarse language, adult themes, smoking.

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"Suzie Miller’s work is energetic, witty and insightful. Emily McLean is a terrific WA director making her Heath Ledger debut with a premiere

Western Australian story. Dust will get into your carpets and under your hair. Immerse yourself in a play that will wind its way into

your heart, and have pity for the poor bride who always wanted a white wedding."

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The lives of unforgettable characters, including the famous novelist trigorin, the celebrated actress Arkadina, her son Konstantin and

the young nina, unfold in Chekhov’s work of genius.

THE Seagull is about the stories we craft out of our dreams and disappointments, about love in all its guises and about artists who behave just like everyone else

– only a little bit more so!

tender and humorous, this play i s for anyone touched by love, or anyone who harbours a secret passion for Who magazine. A passionate, delightful, infuriating diva brings her entourage home to the family estate, and nothing will ever be the same again.

glittering with style, talent and passion, emmy and AFi Award-winning and golden globe and BAFtA Award-nominated greta Scacchi is born to bring Arkadina to life.

“Chekhov’s plays were the greatest since Shakespeare.” The NeW YorK TiMeS

CAst InClUdesrebecca davis Leila george michael Loney greta ScacchidIreCtorkate cherry

set And CostUme desIgnerFiona BrucelIghtIng desIgnerJon BuswellsoUnd desIgnerAsh gibson greig

By AnTon CHeKHov

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movement dIreCtorchrissie ParrottdUrAtIon2 hrs 40 mins incl. intervalWArnIngAdult themes, smoking.

K A t e s A y s

"This production celebrates WA's community that knows so well the joys and perils of welcoming home friends and family from foreign climes. Will they delight us with their adventures or carelessly wreak havoc?

The brilliant Greta Scacchi brings to life Chekhov’s fascinating actress, Arkadina, while her beautiful daughter Leila George

lights up our stage as Nina.”

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It’s 1953. senator mcCarthy is raising hell about ‘reds’ in show biz, and there’s “a wait list to get on the blacklist”.

But on the 23rd floor of New York’s rockefeller Plaza, the team behind The Max Prince Show is determined to keep the good times rolling. one-liners fly and

zingers ricochet off the walls as max Prince and his writers hold out against the suits who think the show’s too long – and far too smart!

Written by Neil Simon (one of the most oscar and tony Award-nominated writers of all time), and based on his time as one of Sid caesar’s comedy writers, the non-stop gags keep on rolling in this clever comedy about clever comedians.

Starring the impossibly funny Peter rowsthorn (kath & kim, Thank God You’re Here), this is a laugh-out-loud comedy with punch lines that pack a wallop.

“Pulverisingly funny.” The WAll STreeT JourNAl

CAst InClUdesPeter rowsthorndIreCtorkate cherryset & CostUme desIgnerLauren ross

lIghtIng desIgnertrent SuidgeestsoUnd desIgnerBen collins

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laughter on the 23rd Floor

dUrAtIon2 hrs 30 mins incl. intervalWArnIngcoarse language, smoking.

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“I get to go into a rehearsal room with some of the funniest people I know, and laugh at their outrageous portrayals of some of the funniest writers in the history of

American comedy. You get to go the theatre to see a side-splitting comedy set against a stylish 50s backdrop that could be inspired by Mad Men. To quote a New York

producer, "What's not to like?" Come join our madcap fun!”

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this much fun again in our entire lives."

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Imagine a world in which the air we breathe is just another commodity like food and fuel. something that can be bought and sold according to

market forces. how much do you think you’d have to breathe?

thiS was the darkly comic premise on which Ben elton based his first play, the hilarious and critically acclaimed satirical comedy Gasping.

the play was first produced in 1990 at the theatre royal haymarket in London’s West end. it starred hugh Laurie and ran for a triumphant year and a half. Now Ben elton has revisited his original play and re-imagined it for a new century and a new country. this major rewrite relocates the story to an Australia grown giddy on the resources boom. it’s now called Gasp!. And it’s as relevant and as hil‘air’ious as ever.

Ben elton has written twelve bestselling books including Popcorn and Inconceivable, some of tV’s most popular comedy series (Blackadder, The Young Ones) as well as West end plays and the hit musical We Will Rock You.

“[Elton’s] ... career spans a remarkable and successful body of work across a range of genres.” The Age

CAst InClUdesdamon Lockwood Steven rookedIreCtorWesley enoch

lIghtIng desIgnertrent SuidgeestdUrAtIon2 hrs 10 mins incl. intervalWArnIngcoarse language.

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Gasp!

A co-production with Queensland Theatre Company

K A t e s A y s

“Take a dash of writer extraordinaire, Ben Elton; add a splash of multi award-winning director, Wesley Enoch; and stir in our own Damon Lockwood,

fresh from triumphs in Edinburgh and New York; and we have a cocktail that literally fizzes with laughter and energy. Gasp! is a smart comedy

that will provoke thought and laughter.”

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W E L C O M E T O T H E

B L aC k SWa n L a B !

Ambitious collaborations. daring audiences.

BLAck SWAN proudly presents the Black Swan Lab, a new initiative based in the Studio underground. in its inaugural year, the Black Swan Lab presents two world

premieres, providing dynamic opportunities for ambitious artistic collaborations. the Black Swan Lab is for those who are interested in taking risks on new plays, new collaborations, new artists and new paths. the Lab is a place to experience what happens when seasoned and emerging artists collaborate. it’s like a wonderful science experiment, as long as we don’t blow anyone up!

the Studio underground is flexible and versatile, enabling us to produce intense theatre experiences and have a range of different performances comfortably sit alongside each other in a diverse program. the space will also provide Black Swan with the opportunity to develop smaller productions that may be suitable for future touring.

the Black Swan Lab’s working environment enables emerging artists to explore the practices and infrastructure of a state theatre company and to shake them up a bit. Black Swan will provide a comprehensive support and mentoring program, but the Lab is collaborative, so we expect to learn as much from the emerging artists as they learn from us. We see it as an incredible opportunity for intergenerational mentoring.

if you have an appetite for new plays and work that pushes existing boundaries, are a theatre lover with a taste for adventure, and want to witness emerging artists grow and flex their muscles through collaborations with experienced colleagues, then the Black Swan Lab productions are perfect for you.

We invite you to join us in the Black Swan Lab for a journey into the unknown!

Kate CherryArtiStic director

Developing Emerging Artists

The identification of talented artists and the support and development of emerging Western Australian artists is a critical component of Black swan’s creative agenda. This allows Black swan to provide professional

pathways for artists at the beginning of their career and gives our audiences the opportunity to see and support the work of local talent as they work

towards establishing themselves on the national stage.

Apart from Black Swan’s emerging Writers group, which will continue with a new group of writers, Black Swan’s artist development programs in 2014 will feature:

emerging Artists Program

the emerging Artists Program is aimed at fostering talented, emerging Western Australian artists, including high potential directors, designers, writers, composers and actors. the program will provide access to training, mentoring and state-of-the-art theatre practice to facilitate learning and performance, including masterclasses and the opportunity to work with Black Swan’s Artistic director kate cherry and Black Swan’s experienced creative teams. Participating artists will also receive profiling opportunities.

the emerging Artists Program in 2014 will include: Joshua Brennan, Lawrie cullen-tait, charlotte devenport, chris donnelly, Brett dowson, Stuart halusz, chris isaacs, Jovana miletic, emily mcLean, William mcNeill, india mehta, cecelia Peters, rose riley, Lauren ross, grace Smibert, James Sweeny and gemma Willing.

resident Artists Program

the resident Artists Program targets a range of experienced creatives including directors, designers, writers and composers looking to advance their careers, who will have an extended involvement with Black Swan over the year. the program will provide year-long opportunities for mentoring and interaction with Artistic director kate cherry and Black Swan’s artistic staff, as well as significant profiling and showcasing opportunities. resident Artists will also provide support and mentoring to emerging artists.

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"It was going to be ... the summer of our lives!"

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"Adam Mitchell, perennially young and quintessentially hip, brings his expertise and insight to our new venture, the Black Swan Lab. Using all his theatrical nous

and collaborative genius, along with a touch of the mad scientist, Adam is set to stir things up with Chris’ new play Flood. I am thrilled that Chris emerges onto our stage

with a play about his generation, a group of friends in their 20s on a weekend getaway that goes really bad, really fast."

What is the cost of protecting your friends?

it is the summer of their lives. Six Perth friends, young, privileged and bullet-proof, are back together over the holidays to take a trip into the mid West. As they travel

deeper into the land, they edge closer to the dark heart of the Australian psyche. When something unexpected happens, their impulsive decisions have lethal consequences.

Which of your friends would be the best at keeping a secret? Who would crack first under pressure? And what lengths would you go to in order to protect ‘the group’?

Written by chris isaacs, co-creator of It’s Dark Outside (nominated for a 2013 helpmann Award) and member of Black Swan’s emerging Writers group, this bold new work explores how it is to live with the realities we choose to bury.

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CAst InClUdesJoshua Brennan Adriane daff Will o’mahonyrose rileydIreCtorAdam mitchell

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A FRINGE WORLD Festival 2014 event.

"It’s the three steps ... trust, betrayal, revenge ...

but it always begins with trust."

KENNETH RANSOM as dAvid RAil

david rail, a prominent lawyer, awakes in a hospital room with no idea of how he got there.

Dr Alice Lowe scrambles to piece together the mystery because in fifteen minutes time he’ll forget everything all over again. The house on The lake is

a labyrinthine mystery that hides at its dark heart a hideous crime.

From award-winning playwright Aidan Fennessy comes a taut psychological thriller where truth and memory are scattered like broken glass.

CAst InClUdeskenneth ransomdIreCtorStuart halusz

dUrAtIon90 mins [no interval]WArnIngAdult themes.

K A t e s A y s

"I am sure you all know Stuart Halusz, who has graced the stage for Black Swan many times in the last five years, but you may not know that he has also been devising

work and assisting behind the footlights. We are delighted that Stuart is making his professional directing debut with us, bringing to life Aidan Fennessy’s fascinating

mystery. Stuart is assembling a great team of old and new faces, and I look forward to the journey their collaboration takes us on."

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Co�ee, sweet treats and booksP (08) 9227 0930

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CHOCOLATERIA SAN CHURRO Spanish chocolate caféA 132 James St, Northbridge

JAMIE’S ITALIANModern Italian diningP (08) 9363 8600A The Mitchell Building, 140 William St, Perth

LA CHOLITAGourmet Mexican tapas

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THE AVIARYAsian inspired dishes intended to be shared

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MECHANICS’INSTITUTE BARRooftop barP (08) 9228 4189A 222 William Street,Northbridge

FLIPSIDE BURGER BARTasty burgers with vegetarian/vegan options

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PICA BAR & CAFESmall bar, co�ee and foodP (08) 9228 6310A 51 James Street, Northbridge

ZAMBREROMexican fast foodP (08) 9328 9134A 128 A James St, Northbridge

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GUZMAN Y GOMEZMexican fast food

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THE STATE THEATRE CENTRE LICENSED BAR AND FUNCTION FACILITIESLight snacks and beverages are available to patrons attending performances. The bars are open one hour before, during interval and after each performance. Save time and skip the queues by pre-ordering your interval drinks before the show!

pArKIng there are three city of Perth parking locations near the State theatre centre. State library Car Park 15 Francis Street (7 Acrod bays)The Cultural Centre Car Park 2 roe Street (4 Acrod bays)roe Street Car Park 68 roe Street (5 Acrod bays)

tAxIs Pick up and set down only points are available outside the State theatre centre on William Street. this area is also classed as a taxi Zone when not being used for parking. if you would like to have a taxi pre-ordered for you, please contact the Front of house manager before or after the performance.

rAIl And BUs the State theatre centre is directly opposite the Perth train station and transperth’s Blue cAt buses travel frequently from the cBd to Northbridge.

Planning your visit

Black Swan and the State theatre centre welcome disabled patrons. We offer:

✦ an infrared hearing system for deaf and hearing impaired patrons

✦ an Audio description Service and tactile tours for blind or vision impaired patrons for selected performances

✦ selected performances which are captioned using personal ipads and/or tV screens side of stage for patrons with hearing impairments. ipads can be booked by contacting the State theatre centre or approaching the Front of house staff on the night.

Wheelchair seating is available in the heath Ledger theatre (stalls and circle) and in the Studio underground. Please check at the time of booking to find out what seating is available for the performance of your choice. there are two wheelchairs onsite available for patron use. Please contact the State theatre centre if you would like to reserve one.

Lifts serve the main Foyer and Studio levels, and accessible toilets are conveniently located throughout the venue.

guide animals trained to assist people with disabilities are welcome inside all areas of the centre. to ensure appropriate

seating is allocated, please mention when booking tickets.

Black Swan recognises the companion card for all performances. companion cardholders will not be required to pay for the cost of tickets for their carer. Please mention your companion card when booking your tickets.

Please inform box office staff at the time of booking if you require any assistance or have special requirements.

For the most up to date information, go to www.bsstc.com.au or www.statetheatrecentrewa.com.au.

mAke A Night oF it!

the restaurant, bar and café options around the State theatre centre are getting more and more interesting, with new venues opening almost every month. on the right is just a small selection of available tastes and tipples. make sure to check Black Swan’s website for more options and the latest updates.

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Black swan state Theatre Company is Western Australia’s Flagship Theatre Company and one of Australia’s foremost theatre companies.

SiNce its inception in 1991, Black Swan has earned both critical and popular acclaim for its world premiere productions and highly distinctive (re)interpretations of international theatre classics – all of which are infused

with the unique culture of Western Australia. these have included such landmark productions as Bran Nue Dae, Corrugation Road, The Merry-Go-Round in the Sea, Cloudstreet (Perth, Sydney, London and dublin seasons) The Odyssey, and more recently, The Sapphires (Perth, canberra, London and korea seasons).

under the leadership of Artistic director kate cherry, Black Swan has created the rio tinto Black Swan commissions, a commissioning program investing into WA’s creative future and showcasing Western Australian stories. the company also runs professional development programs for emerging Western Australian artists, including the emerging Writers group and emerging Artists and resident Artists programs.

Black Swan State theatre company has been a resident company in the State theatre centre of Western Australia since 2011. in its inaugural season in the State theatre centre, Black Swan presented the world premiere of Rising Water, the first piece written by tim Winton specifically for the stage. in the same year, Black Swan was the first Australian theatre company to broadcast a live stage performance, when Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, directed by kate cherry, was broadcast in real time to audiences across regional Western Australia. Live broadcasts have since become an annual event for Black Swan, as part of the company’s annual regional touring and engagement programs.

sUpport BlACK sWAnthrough Black Swan’s Private giving Program, individuals support a range of Black Swan activities from production costs through to education programs to mentor and develop Western Australian designers and artists. this support allows Black Swan to deliver outstanding theatre performances to the Western Australian community, support creative talent and enrich the social and cultural vibrancy of our state.

You can support Black Swan through events, establishing a support group, general donations and bequests.

how to donateif you are interested in supporting Black Swan, you can give to Black Swan as part of your subscription booking. Alternatively, please contact our Philanthropy manager, Andrée mcintyre on andree@bsstc.com.au or (08) 6212 9300. donations are tax deductible.

thAnK yoUthe production of Black Swan’s 2014 season brochure was generously supported by the following businesses:

A Streetcar Named Desire: Sigrid thornton dressed by Black Beret, jewellery by kailis Australian Pearls.Laughter on the 23rd Floor: Peter rowsthorn dressed by Parker & co.

Gasp!: cassie thomson dressed by Black Beret and Zara Bryson.Styling by rachael ciccarelli.

thank you for your support!

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Support of our PartnersPrincipal Partner

Government Partners

Cast Partner Opening Night Partner Community Partner

Education & Regional Partner Production Partners

Associate & Regional Partner Associate Partners

Season Partners Regional Partner

Airline Partner Hotel Partner Print Media Partner Radio Partner Technology Partner

Wine Partner Sparkling Wine Partner Beer Partner Hospitality Partner Entertainment Partner

Foundation Partners Private Giving Circles

Black Swan State Theatre Company is assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body.

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McCusker Charitable Foundation

AS YOU LIKE IT Dust The SeagullLaughter on the

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2014 S u b S c r i p t ion p r ic e S

Subscription packages new Subscriptions Welcome back Subscriptions

Standard concession † Standard concession †

Opening Night 6 Play* $546

6 Play $381 $310.50 $363 $297

Opening Night 5 Play* $455

5 Play $325 $265 $310 $255

4 Play $266 $217 $252 $207

3 Play $204 $171 $198 $165

Mix and Match: 3 Previews and/or Matinee **

$148.50

3 Play Student ‡ $84

* Opening night subscriptions include complimentary programmes and invitations to the VIP opening night parties.** Choose between any three preview (evening) and weekday or weekend matinee performances.”

SubScription Add-onS

performances Standard concession Student

Flood - Black Swan Lab $47 $42 $27

The House on The Lake - Black Swan Lab $47 $42 $27

Functions Standard concession concession

High Tea (please check performance calendar for available dates) $44

Closing Night Post-Show Party (please check performance calendar for dates)

$34

† Concession pricing applies to pensioners, Seniors Card holders, unwaged (one ticket per card holder).‡ Student pricing applies to secondary and full-time tertiary students (one ticket per card holder).

Subscribers and patrons entitled to discounted tickets must have a valid concession or student card as they may be asked for the relevant documentation upon entry to the theatre.

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*Please provide copies of identification for all concession holder subscriptions. ** We will do our best to accommodate your seating preferences. The earlier you subscribe, the more likely is it that your preferred seat(s) will be available. If your seating preference is not available for the performance dates of your choice, we will allocate the best possible seating as close as possible to your original request. Please refer to the seating plans on pages 26 and 27.

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Age Group: ● 18-24 ● 25-34 ● 35-44 ● 45-54 ● 55-64 ● 65+

Special Seating requirements? ● Hearing Assistance ● Wheelchair access/seating ● Aisle seat left or rightpreferred Seating**Heath Ledger Theatre: ● Stalls ● Circle Row(s) Seat number(s)

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Preview ■ Opening Night ■

Post Show Q&A Rio Tinto Pre-Show Talk 6.45pm Audio Description & Tactile Tour VHigh Tea 1pm Captioned Performance Closing Night Party (post show) 2

chooSe Your dAteS And plAYS heath ledger theatre Subscription SeasonA Streetcar named desire

mon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun15 Mar7.30pm

17 Mar7.30pm

18 Mar7.30pm

19 Mar7.30pm

20 Mar7.30pm

21 Mar7.30pm

22 Mar2.15pm &

7.30pm

25 Mar6.30pm

26 Mar11.30am & 7.30pm

27 Mar7.30pm

28 Mar7.30pm

29 MarV 2.15pm & 7.30pm

30 Mar5pm

1 Apr6.30pm

2 Apr7.30pm

3 Apr7.30pm

4 Apr7.30pm

5 Apr2.15pm

& 7.30pm6 Apr5pm 2

As You like itmon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun

17 May7.30pm

19 May7.30pm

20 May7.30pm

21 May7.30pm

22 May 7.30pm

23 May7.30pm

24 May2.15pm &

7.30pm

27 May6.30pm

28 May11.30am &

7.30pm29 May

7.30pm 30 May7.30pm

31 MayV 2.15pm & 7.30pm

1 Jun5pm 2

dustmon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun

28 Jun7.30pm

30 Jun7.30pm

1 Jul7.30pm

2 Jul7.30pm

3 Jul 7.30pm

4 Jul7.30pm

5 Jul2.15pm & 7.30pm

8 Jul6.30pm

9 Jul7.30pm

10 Jul7.30pm

11 Jul7.30pm

12 Jul2.15pm V & 7.30pm

13 Jul5pm 2

the Seagullmon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun

9 Aug7.30pm

11 Aug7.30pm

12 Aug7.30pm

13 Aug7.30pm

14 Aug7.30pm

15 Aug7.30pm

16 Aug2.15pm &

7.30pm

19 Aug6.30pm

20 Aug11.30am &

7.30pm21 Aug

7.30pm 22 Aug7.30pm

23 AugV 2.15pm & 7.30pm

26 Aug6.30pm

27 Aug7.30pm

28 Aug 7.30pm

29 Aug7.30pm

30 Aug2.15pm

& 7.30pm31 Aug5pm 2

laughter on the 23rd Floormon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun

6 Sep7.30pm

8 Sep7.30pm

9 Sep7.30pm

10 Sep7.30pm

11 Sep7.30pm

12 Sep7.30pm

13 Sep2.15pm & 7.30pm

16 Sep6.30pm

17 Sep 7.30pm

18 Sep7.30pm

19 Sep7.30pm

20 Sep2.15pm V & 7.30pm

21 Sep5pm 2

gasp!mon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun

25 oct7.30pm

27 oct7.30pm

28 oct7.30pm

29 oct7.30pm

30 oct 7.30pm

31 oct7.30pm

1 nov2.15pm & 7.30pm

4 nov6.30pm

5 nov7.30pm

6 nov7.30pm

7 nov7.30pm

8 nov2.15pm V & 7.30pm

9 nov5pm 2

SubScription Add-onS: black Swan lab: Studio undergroundFlood

mon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun17 Jan 8pm

18 Jan8pm

21 Jan8pm

22 Jan8pm

23 Jan8pm

24 Jan6pm & 10pm

25 Jan4pm & 8pm

28 Jan8pm

29 Jan8pm

30 Jan8pm

31 Jan6pm & 10pm

1 Feb4pm & 8pm

2 Feb6pm

the house on the lakemon tue Wed thu Fri SAt Sun

6 Jun8pm

7 Jun8pm

10 Jun8pm

11 Jun11.30am & 8pm

12 Jun8pm

13 Jun8pm

14 Jun4pm & 8pm

17 Jun8pm

18 Jun8pm

19 Jun8pm

20 Jun8pm

21 Jun4pm & 8pm

22 Jun6pm

mY plAYS And dAteSplAY dAte time plAY dAte time

A Streetcar Named Desire Laughter on the 23rd Floor

As You Like It Gasp!

Dust Add-on: Flood

The Seagull Add-on: The House on The Lake

chooSe Your SubScription pAckAgeSPlease enter the quantity for each package and total the cost in the right hand column.SubScription pAckAgeS neW SubScriptionS Welcome bAck SubScriptionS totAl

Standard concession Standard concession Opening Night 6 Play* x $546 x $546 x $546 x $546 $ 6 Play x $381 x $310.50 x $363 x $297 $ Opening Night 5 Play* x $455 x $455 x $455 x $455 $ 5 Play x $325 x $265 x $310 x $255 $ 4 Play x $266 x $217 x $252 x $207 $ 3 Play x $204 x $171 x $198 x $165 $ Mix and Match: 3 Previews and/or Matinee

x $148.50 x $148.50 x $148.50 x $148.50 $

3 Play Student ‡ x $84 x $84 x $84 x $84 $

Subscriber Add-onsblack Swan lab performances Standard concession Student totAl

Flood x $47 x $42 x $27 $The House on The Lake x $47 x $42 x $27 $

Functions high teA totAl

A Streetcar Named Desire, Sat 22 Mar 1pm x $44 $As You Like It, Sat 24 May 1pm x $44 $The Seagull, Sat 16 Aug 1pm x $44 $cloSing night poSt-ShoW pArtY A Streetcar Named Desire, Sun 6 April x $34 $As You Like It, Sun 1 Jun x $34 $Dust, Sun 13 Jul x $34 $The Seagull, Sun 31 Aug x $34 $Laughter on the 23rd Floor, Sun 21 Sep x $34 $Gasp!, Sun 9 Nov x $34 $Special dietary requirements? (please specify)Sub-total Subscription package & Add-ons $

AdditionAl ticketSSave $5 or more with these specially discounted prices! (standard $69.90, concession $54.90, preview/matinee $49.50)

date time no. of tickets price totAl

A Streetcar Named Desire $ As You Like It $ Dust $ The Seagull $ Laughter on the 23rd Floor $ Gasp! $ Sub-total Additional tickets $

Shipping optionSPlease post my subscription tickets to me via❍ Regular post (incl. Black Swan booking & handling fee) $6.60❍ Registered post (incl. Black Swan booking & handling fee) $9.65

Support blAck SWAn bY giving! All donations over $2 are tax deductible.

i wish to support black Swan and enhance the cultural vibrancy of WA by giving:❍ $500 / Behind the Scenes ❍ $1,000 / First Call ❍ $2,500 / Opening ActE.g. fund special lighting equipment for a production E.g. provide a magnificent costume for a production E.g. props for a production

❍ $5,000 / Applause ❍ $10,000 / Encore ❍ $ _______ My ChoiceE.g. one season mentoring an emerging WA artist E.g. one extra week of rehearsals for a production

❍ Local Larrikins: I am interested in finding out more about the Local Larrikins giving circle and supporting new Australian work. ❍ Wild Swans: I am a young business professional and interested in finding out more about the Wild Swans giving circle. ❍ Please send me information on leaving a bequest.Sub-total giving $

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Your SubScription pAckAge For 2014Sub-Total Subscription Package & Add-Ons $

Sub-Total Additional Tickets $

Shipping, Booking & Handling Fee $

Sub-Total Giving $

totAl 2014 pAckAge $

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We look forward to seeing you at the State Theatre Centre of Western Australia in 2014 and thank you for your support of Black Swan State Theatre Company!

Postal addressPO Box 337, Northbridge WA 6865

telephone (08) 6212 9300Fax (08) 6212 9318email information@bsstc.com.auWebsite www.bsstc.com.auFacebook Black Swan State

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FoundIng PatronJanet Holmes à Court AC

PatronSam Walsh AO

ChaIrMark Barnaba

dePuty ChaIrsAndrew Drayton, Kate O’Hara

treasurerCraig Yaxley

dIreCtorsAlan Cransberg, Andrew Harding, Rob McKenzie, Vicki Robinson, Linda Savage

artIstIC dIreCtorKate Cherry

general ManagerShane Colquhoun

ProduCtIon ManagerGarry Ferguson

teChnICal ManagerBoyd Midgley

Wardrobe ManagerLynn Ferguson

dePuty Wardrobe ManagerMandy Elmitt

artIstIC CoordInatorChantelle Iemma

lIterary advIserPolly Low

lIterary ManagerDamon Lockwood

FInanCe ManagerAmanda Luke

b l aC k s Wa n s tat e t h e at r e C o M Pa n y

FInanCe & adMInIstratIon oFFICerKelly Slater

eduCatIon & CoMMunIty aCCess ManagerAlena Tompkins

eduCatIon assIstantNicole Pearce

PhIlanthroPy ManagerAndrée McIntyre

PhIlanthroPy CoordInatorJordan Nix

MarketIng & sPonsorshIP Manager Nancy Hackett

PublICItyIrene Jarzabek

MarketIng CoordInatorKerry Miller

MarketIng & sPonsorshIP CoordInator Shona Saxton

tICketIng & adMInIstratIon oFFICer Rob Dodd

resIdent FIght dIreCtorAndy Fraser

PhotograPherRobert Frith, Carolyn Cowan (The Seagull)

desIgn Dessein

PrIntIngPercival Print & Packaging

overseas rePresentatIvesLondon Diana Franklin and Yolande BirdNew York Stuart Thompson

Change oF artIstBlack Swan reserves the right to withdraw or substitute artists as necessary.

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