THEATRE: Rope - St Luke's Theatre Society

Title: Rope

Presented By: St. Luke's Theatre Society

Genre: Psychological Thriller / Crime Drama

Synopsis: Believing themselves to be intellectually superior to those around them, two young students commit a cold-blooded murder simply for the thrill of it. To celebrate their “perfect crime,” they host a dinner party where food and drinks are served atop a chest containing the body of their victim.

As the evening unfolds and suspicions begin to grow among their guests, the tension steadily escalates. Will their arrogance and sense of superiority lead to their downfall, or will they succeed in getting away with the ultimate crime?

Performance Dates: June 5th - 20th, 2026

Performance Times:

• Fridays - 7:30PM

• Saturdays - 2PM & 7:30PM

Performance Location and Address: St. Luke's Theatre Society, 193 Ekibin Road East, Tarragindi QLD 4121

Ticket Costs:

• Adult - $28

• Concession - $22

• Group (10+) - $20 pp

• Secondary Student - $10

• Child (13 and under) - $5

Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Rope

Warnings:

• Themes of murder and violence

• Psychological tension

• Discussions of crime and death

Production Website: St Luke's Theatre Society - Rope

Other Information:

• Based on the classic thriller by Patrick Hamilton, Rope is a gripping psychological drama that explores morality, intellectual arrogance and the consequences of believing oneself above the law. The play inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s acclaimed 1948 film adaptation and remains one of the most suspenseful works in the theatrical canon.

• St. Luke's Theatre Society is one of Brisbane’s longest-running community theatre companies, presenting a diverse annual program of plays and theatrical events.

• Patrons requiring accessibility information, mobility access details or seating assistance are encouraged to contact the venue prior to attending.