THEATRE: Breath of Spring - Growl Theatre

Title: Breath of Spring

Presented By: Growl Theatre

Genre: Comedy

Synopsis: Set in 1950s London, Breath of Spring follows Dame Beatrice Appleby, whose quiet household is thrown into chaos when her maid presents her with a suspiciously acquired mink stole. Determined to return the stolen garment, Beatrice enlists her eccentric lodgers in a daring scheme. But when their first mission proves unexpectedly thrilling, the unlikely accomplices form a secret syndicate dedicated to stealing and returning expensive furs. As their escapades grow increasingly elaborate, this charming British comedy delivers a delightful mix of mischief, mistaken identities and criminally good fun.

Written By: Peter Coke

Performance Dates: 6–15 November 2026

Performance Times:

• Friday 6 November – 7:30pm

• Saturday 7 November – 2:00pm and 7:30pm

• Sunday 8 November – 2:00pm

• Friday 13 November – 7:30pm

• Saturday 14 November – 2:00pm and 7:30pm

• Sunday 15 November – 2:00pm

Performance Location and Address: Windsor School of Arts Hall, 381 Lutwyche Road, Windsor QLD 4030

Ticket Costs:

• Adult – $23

• Concession (students and seniors) – $20

Ticket Link: https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1624824

Cast:

• Linda Morgan – Dame Beatrice Appleby

• Natalie Pedler – Lady Alice Miller

• Jason Sharland – Brigadier Albert Rayne

• Pamela Smiles – Nanette Parry (Nan)

• Sandra Harman – Elizabeth Hatfield (Hattie)

• Georgia Miles – Lily Thompson

• Geoffrey Armstrong – Detective Pape

Creative Team:

• Peter Coke – Playwright

• Dale Murison – Director

• Danelle Dobinson – Production Manager

• Liam Miles – Stage Manager

Production Website: https://growltheatre.org.au/2026-season-breath-of-spring/

Other information: 

• Growl Theatre will donate 15% of ticket proceeds to the Queensland Koala Society, supporting the care and protection of Queensland's koalas. Patrons can also make an optional additional donation when booking.

• The vintage fur garments featured in the production have been donated by community members and are being repurposed for the stage.

• Doors and the bar open 30 minutes before each performance, with refreshments available during interval.

• Online ticket sales close two hours before each performance. Limited door sales may be available.

• Companion Cards are accepted by prior arrangement through boxoffice@growltheatre.org.au.

• Parking is available beside the hall and on surrounding streets, with public transport accessible via the nearby Northern Busway.