THIRST by Barbara Hostalek

ABOUT THE SHOW

The Glass Slipper Tavern is the only pub for miles in Yellow Springs, a district of canola fields and cattle farms. Lola and her entrepreneurial long-term partner and band member, Chico, never thought they’d settle down in the country, let alone inherit a pub from Lola’s estranged, white fella uncle! Lola and Chico become the first and only blackfullas to run a pub in the district.

Among other things the tavern needs new solar panels, and Chico is hoping the CWA’s annual fundraiser, a karaoke night will cover it as it’s not easy operating on a shoestring budget. With the help of Roxy, a savvy local barmaid with secret talents they are just hanging on. A funny, tender romantic comedy, full of song and heart “will she stay, or will she go now?"

Age Recommendation - 12+

Warnings - contains course language and adult themes

TICKETS

Adult - $25

Concession - $20

Under 17 years - $5

What others have said about the show

“I fell in love with the characters and the world – the dry-as-chips Aboriginal pub owner, his former pop-star wife who has lost her voice, a CWA karaoke night with no karaoke machine in sight, and a barmaid in love with the best inseminator of the district – priceless.” Fi Clarke (audience member from YY Playwriting Festival) “Hostalek hones in on the core of country life – the pub teetering on the edge of closing down, the host of well-drawn characters trying to save it, and the young people considering their future in the fading town.” Audience member

‘If you want to have a great night out, come and see Thirst, come and have a sing a song with the cast.’ – Barbara Hostalek

‘What I love about Barbara’s work; it’s funny, it’s tender, it’s great feel-good play.’ – Maitland Schnaars

‘Watch the show! Just sit back, come for a ride and enjoy.’ Bruce Denny

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