Somebody’s Daughter Theatre & Nobody’s Fool Theatre present:

When The Light Went Walking

 
Thursday 24th November 7.00pm
Moyhu Soldier’s Memorial Hall
Tickets $10 U18 free
followed by supper 8.30pm
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‘When The Light Went Walking’ mirrors our world’s time of change and the political landscape surrounding the theme of ‘consent.’

Voices and experiences of young people are brought to the stage and provide a window of connection for others whilst highlighting the importance of finding ways to be strong, to grow and to move forward. It touches upon truth telling and the importance of connection to land, culture, and elders.

‘When The Light Went Walking’ is funny, sad, confronting, and empowering, but ultimately shows how everyone can find their own light, even when the world feels dark.

One of the major themes of this play, based on the experiences of the young people performing – is consent.

Sometimes these issues are difficult to speak about, but this play brings them to the fore in a manner which is informative as well as highly entertaining.

It may be just what you need to see to start conversations with your friends and family.

Or to simply gain a better understanding of what all this talk of ‘consent’ is about from a young person’s perspective in a world dominated by social media.

‘When The Light Went Walking’ is funny, sad, confronting, and empowering, but ultimately shows how everyone can find their own light, even when the world feels dark.

The authentic voices and experiences of young people are brought to the stage with humour and song – providing a window of connection for others whilst highlighting the importance of finding ways to be strong, to grow and to move forward.

Here’s a sample of what audience members had to say:

“An incredible performance on so many levels. Every teenager and parent needs to see this.” (Parent)

“Seeing the performance hit me like a ton of bricks. It was SO good. My message for you all – change your plans, put yourselves out for the afternoon or evening, turn your cars around wherever else you were going and make sure you see this performance.” (Teacher)

“Some of the best theatre I’ve seen in years.” (Theatre Producer)

“I don’t feel so alone. It has happened to others like me.” (Teenager)

“It’s great, I feel less judgmental and more compassion toward of some of my peers when I imagine what they might have gone through” (Teenager)

Jaime Chubb, CEO of the Centre Against Violence said “The Centre Against Violence is excited to see this opportunity come to our region. Recent changes to consent laws are a positive step forward. Yet these changes also need to be backed by significant education and conversations with our community. These can be hard conversations to have. Productions like this provide a platform for these conversations to take place.”

This is a brilliant play which also touches on issues that are relevant to our community. Including anxiety, mental health, abuse, connection to country and culture.