STAGE BUZZ BRISBANE
23 May 2025
Season: May 23rd - June 1st, 2025
Title: David Williamson’s The Great Divide
Presented By: Villanova Players
Genre: Australian Comedy / Drama
Synopsis: Golden sands, turquoise waters, and a lush golf course – Wallis Heads is a coastal paradise, and Penny Poulter is living the dream. But when brash and moneyed developer Alex Whittle discovers the town, her peaceful world is turned upside down. As Whittle charges forward with his plans to transform Wallis Heads into a bustling tourist hotspot, the townsfolk are forced to choose sides. Can power, privilege, and unchecked ambition be stopped by one determined local?
A sharp, witty, and topical comedy from Australia’s most iconic playwright, The Great Divide takes aim at wealth, development, and the power of community.
Written By: David Williamson
Directed By: Elizabeth Morris
Performance Dates: Friday 23 May – Sunday 1 June 2025
Performance Times: Matinees at 2:00pm, Evenings at 7:30pm
Performance Location and Address: The Ron Hurley Theatre, 28 Tallowwood Street, Seven Hills, QLD 4170
Ticket Costs:
Adult: $30.00
Concession: $25.00 (Seniors, Health Care Card holders, Students, Children)
Member: $20.00 (2024 Financial Members – one per member)
Group Booking: $27.00 (10 tickets for the price of 9)
Season Ticket / Life Members / Production Team: Complimentary
Ticket Link: Book Tickets Here
Warnings: May include adult themes, strong language, and social commentary.
Recommended Age: 15+
Duration: Approx. 150 minutes
Cast:
Carissa Zygis – Alex Whittle
Ken Dutt – Joel
Grace Delahunty – Victoria McCrystal
Nathan Seng – Brian
Troy Bullock – Alan Bridger
Jade Davis – Rachel Poulter
Jane Binstead – Penny Poulter
Creative Team:
Director: Elizabeth Morris
Stage Manager: Zee Paulsen
Production Website: villanovaplayers.com – The Great Divide
