Set in a 1950s studio in the heyday of the radio play, tune in for an evening of suspense and intrigue and witness the world’s greatest detectives at their sleuthing best with atmospheric sound effects created before your very eyes.
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Overview
WORLD PREMIERE
Adjust the dial, tune in for an evening of suspense and intrigue and witness the world’s greatest detectives at their sleuthing best. Incomparable duo Holmes and Watson team up to avert disaster at the hands of THE SOLITARY CYCLIST, while Divorced Detectives Ridley Jones and Teresa Scott are embroiled in a mad train chase to thwart a criminal mastermind in THE DEAD(LY) WIVES CLUB.
Set in a 1950s studio in the heyday of the radio play, marvel as atmospheric sound effects are created before your very eyes from galloping horses’ hooves to distant thunder… and a menacing squeaky bicycle.
Hold on tight as MURDER ON THE WIRELESS transports you through time and space and into the magic, mayhem and delicious comedy of the radio drama with multi-skilled performers Katie Fitchett (FRANKENSTEIN), Mark Kilmurry (EDUCATING RITA), Daniel Mitchell (BAREFOOT IN THE PARK) and Georgie Parker (BAREFOOT IN THE PARK).
Ticket Prices
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| SINGLE TICKET PRICES | Previews & weekday matinees | Evenings & weekend matinees |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $73 | $80 |
| Seniors | $70 | $77 |
| Pensioners | $66 | $71 |
| Under 30s & Full-time students | $38 | $43 |
| MEAA members | $43 | $43 |
| Groups 10-19 | $70 | $77 |
| Groups 20+ | $66 | $73 |
| School groups | $25 | $25 |
Reviews
★★★★"Exuberant thrilling double bill" ArtsHub
★★★★"Performed with vigour and verve... an enjoyable mystery jaunt... a pleasure to watch" Time Out
"Everything about this production is smart... a triumph" Theatre Travels
"The cast of four are splendid... The two plays dovetail neatly in a delightful evocation of the heyday of the radio play" ArtsHub
"Kilmurry welcomes us, his studio audience, with zest and wit... a hugely enjoyable show" Sydney Arts Guide
Cast & Creatives
Mark Kilmurry
Playwright / Director / Cast
Katie Fitchett
Cast
Daniel Mitchell
Cast
Georgie Parker
With two gold Logies and five silver Logies to her name, Georgie Parker is one of Australia’s leading and most celebrated actors.
Her television credits include, A COUNTRY PRACTICE, GP, ALL SAINTS, THE SOCIETY MURDERS, STEP FATHER OF THE BRIDE, EMERALD FALLS, SCORCHED AND CITY HOMICIDE.
She appeared alongside Susan Sarandon in the international feature film IRRESISTABLE and was the voice of Mrs Poulmer in the animated feature film SANTA’S APPRENTICE.
Georgie’s musical theatre credits include THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER: ARENA SPECTACULAR, HIGH SOCIETY, CRAZY FOR YOU and THE THREEPENNY OPERA. Her theatre credits include SCENES FROM A SEPARATION, CHAPTER TWO, RABBIT HOLE, LET THE SUNSHINE, RHINESTONE REX AND MISS MONICA and RAPTURE BLISTER BURN.
Georgie returned to series television in 2010 when she joined the cast of Network Seven’s HOME AND AWAY.
Genevieve Graham
Costume Designer
Matt Cox
Daryl Wallis
Sound Designer
Stephanie Lindwall
Stephanie is a graduate of the Australian Academy of Dramatic Art.
As Stage Manager: THE RASPUTIN AFFAIR, BAREFOOT IN THE PARK, GOOD PEOPLE (Ensemble Theatre), HOOTING AND HOWLING (Critical Stages Regional Tour), SENIOR MOMENTS (Return Fire Productions), PRIDE, THE HORSES MOUTH FESTIVAL, BONDI FEAST (TRS), SET: THE PLAY (NIDA Independent), A VIEW FROM MOVING WINDOWS (Riverside Theatres), ON THE RAZZLE (AADA). As Swing Technician: THE REMOVALISTS (TRS), SAY HELLO FIRST (Cupboard Love). As Production Manager: (& Mentor) PLAYHOUSE CREATURES (AADA), SAY HELLO FIRST (Cupboard Love), BODY LANGUAGE (107 Projects), BEFORE/ AFTER (AADA). As Assistant Stage Manager: EMPIRE (TRS), THE WIZARD OF OZ (Packemin), THE WOODSTOCK EXPERIENCE (AIM), THE THREE LIVES OF LUCY CABROL (AADA). As Producer: GODS AND GAMES: NEW SHORT WORKS (AADA). As an Actor: TALKING WITH (Bare Productions), VARIOUS TVC, EMPIRE (TRS), HOME COOKING, SEX- ED (Eastside Radio), GRIMM TALES (Customs House), BEFORE/AFTER, GODS & GAMES: NEW SHORT WORKS, A MIDSUMMER NIGHTS DREAM, THE SKRIKER (AADA).
Director's Note
“Live radio on the stage is a theatrical gold mine. Tapping into a great story of Sherlock Holmes and writing a new detective duo I am thrilled to work alongside this great cast recreating the magic of 1950’s radio drama. And yes they really do use coconuts for horses hooves.”
Mark Kilmurry – Director
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