STAGE BUZZ BRISBANE
16 July 2025
Season: July 16th - August 2nd, 2025
Title: Accidental Death of an Anarchist
Presented By: PIP Theatre
Genre: Political Satire / Dark Comedy
About: A classic of political farce meets a razor-sharp Queensland twist in this wickedly funny adaptation of Accidental Death of an Anarchist by Nobel Prize-winner Dario Fo. A young anarchist dies during police interrogation. The official story flips from “accident” to “suicide,” and the public is in uproar. Enter the Maniac—a legally insane master of disguise—who hijacks the investigation with a whirlwind of impersonations and chaos. As he morphs into a judge, a forensic specialist, and even a bishop, he exposes the corruption at the heart of the force, skewering police incompetence with biting humour and madcap energy.
Hailed by Time Out as “wickedly funny… nothing less than brilliant,” this rollercoaster of a play is part explosive satire, part anarchic circus, and an all-too-relevant commentary on power, truth, and absurdity.
CONTENT WARNINGS: This show contains themes and depictions of: police brutality, suicide, sexual assault, violence, terrorism, use of replica weapons, and bombings. Recommended for mature audiences 14+.
Show Dates:
Wed 16 July – 6:30pm (Preview)
Thu 17 July – 7:00pm (Opening Night)
Fri 18 July – 7:00pm
Sat 19 July – 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Wed 23 July – 6:30pm
Thu 24 July – 2:00pm (Matinee) & 7:00pm
Fri 25 July – 7:00pm
Sat 26 July – 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Wed 30 July – 6:30pm
Thu 31 July – 7:00pm
Fri 1 August – 7:00pm
Sat 2 August – 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Duration: 2hrs 20min (including a 20-minute intermission)
CAST:
Deidre Grace – The Maniac
Rebel Star – Superintendent Biscoff
Greg Scur – Inspector Louis
Izabela Wasilewska – Detective Hallaran
Dana Summer – PC Sherbert
Isaiah Harrison – Journalist
CREATIVE TEAM:
Directed by: Calum Johnston
Produced by: PIP Theatre
Stage Manager: Courtney Farrar
Dramaturg: Helen Strube
Costume Design: Adelaide Lukin
Lighting Design: Noah Milne
Production Manager: Amelia Slatter
Marketing Director: Jenna Todd
Photography: PIF Productions
Ticket Costs:
Adult: $50
Concession: $40
Group (4+): $40 per person
Under 30: $35
Preview Night: Discounted rate available
Ticket Link: Book Tickets via PIP Theatre
Location and Address: PIP Theatre, 20 Park Road, Milton QLD 4064
Accessibility: Fully accessible via the foyer lift. Wheelchair-accessible seating and amenities are available. For assistance or to reserve accessible seating/companion tickets, please email: info@piptheatre.org
Production Website: www.piptheatre.org
