Stories in the Dark (Year 9 and 10 production)

By Ms Pip Buining, Director

'War, what is it good for? Absolutely nothing!', Edwin Starr

Stories in the Dark is a contemporary tale that resonates across time and space. It explores the power of stories to comfort, inspire, haunt, guide and unite us. The cast has worked towards creating an ensemble interpretation of Debra Oswald’s script – they are ever watchful, awaiting an opportunity to engage in their role as storytellers, on a timely story that is played out daily across the global stage.

In the world of the play the country is in turmoil. Tomas has been separated from his family and seeks refuge in an abandoned building where he meets Anna. At night they tell each other folk stories to escape and make sense of the trauma of their daily reality. The play highlights the struggles faced by refugees.

According to the UN Refugee Agency, war, violence and persecution are the leading causes of displacement. By the end of 2024, 123.2 million people had been forced to flee their homes globally due to persecution, conflict, violence, human rights violations or events seriously disturbing public order, among them were nearly 42.7 million refugees.

Please join us as our Year 9 and 10 students take to the stage in this wonderful production, which won Best Play in the 2008 NSW Premier's Literary Awards.

When: 6:00 pm on Thursday 14, Friday 15 and Sunday 17 August
Where: T.B. Millar Hall
Tickets: Book here