JACK CHARLES V THE CROWN ILBIJERRI THEATRE COMPANY (MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA) PRODUCTION JANUARY 12 – 16, 2016
NAC english theatre presentation
Jack Charles V The Crown
Directed by Rachael MAza
Co-Written by Jack Charles, John Romeril
ILBIJERRI Theatre company (Melbourne, Australia) Production
January 12 – 16, 2016
December 30, 2015 – OTTAWA (Canada) – “What a wealth of stories he has to offer! With visual images, music and songs he is a true artist...give the man a standing ovation.” – Australian Stage
Aboriginal. Actor. Addict. Residential School Survivor. Cat Burglar. Jack Charles is an Australian tribal Elder and a living legend.
ILBIJERRI Theatre, Australia’s leading and longest running Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Theatre Company, opens Jack Charles’ 2016 Canadian tour at the National Arts Centre, followed by performances at the PuSh International Performing Arts Festival in Vancouver, BC (January 21-23) and the High Performance Rodeo in Calgary, AB (January 28-30).
This highly entertaining and autobiographical presentation, which includes a three-piece band, runs the gamut of a life lived to its utmost, spanning Charles’ career as an actor/musician, a lifetime of political activism, and a terrifying descent into heroin addiction and petty crime. His experience as a stolen child echoes the plight of Canada’s own Indigenous people – and his heart-warming presence, generous spirit and unswerving optimism make his journey one of resilience and reconnection. Jack Charles is a theatrical marvel.
Jack Charles V The Crown runs for six performances in the NAC Studio, limited tickets are available. Contains strong language and mature themes.
“Steeped in decades of our history (social, political, theatrical), surprisingly upbeat… a warm-hearted, very entertaining evening.” – Sydney Morning Herald
Featuring Jack Charles with Nigel Maclean, Phil Collings and Malcolm Beveridge.
The creative team includes Director Rachael Maza; Musical Director Nigel Maclean; Set and Costume Designer Emily Barrie; Lighting Designer Danny Pettingill; Audio Visual Designer Peter Worland; Production Manager John Byrne; Audio/AV Engineer Gary Dryza; Stage/Company Manager Jessica Keepence.
Toured by Performing Lines with the support of the Australian Government through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade; and the Australia Council for the Arts, its arts funding and advisory body; and the Canada Council for the Arts.
The Jack Charles V The Crown Canadian tour is supported by the Australian Government. We would like to thank the Australian High Commission in Ottawa and the Wabano Centre for their assistance in facilitating local community engagement.
Jack Charles V The Crown
January 12 - 16
NAC Studio
Previews:
Tuesday, January 12 and Wednesday, January 13
Opens:
Thursday, January 14
Jack Charles V The Crown Points of View:
Saturday, January 16 at 12:45 p.m. in the NAC Salon
Experience this English Theatre production through an encounter with two special guests, each offering their own unique perspective on the piece.
Talkbacks:
Wednesday, January 13 and Thursday, January 14
Stay in your seats for a post-show question-and-answer session with members of the Company.
Performance Schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m.
Saturday at 2 pm
(no performances on Sunday or Monday)
Tickets:
From $33 to $46
Tickets are available:
- Online on the NAC’s website: www.nac-cna.ca
- In person at the NAC Box Office
- At all Ticketmaster outlets**
- By telephone 1-888-991-2787**
**A service charge applies on all purchases made through Ticketmaster.
Groups of 10 or more contact grp@nac-cna.ca or visit www.nac-cna.ca
Find out more about the NAC English Theatre on Facebook and YouTube. To discover some fascinating facts about Jack Charles V The Crown, visit nac-cna.ca/englishtheatre.
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