Naomi is a masterclass in acting by Patrick Livesey! By taking us into the lives of eight people associated with his mother up to her death by suicide, Livesey shares her story in the knowledge that understanding her plight may help more people to find a way out of their darkness.

Bronwen Coleman’s direction rightly focuses on Livesey’s ability to immerse himself thoroughly in the material. As he walks into each light it’s as if the character that lives in that light inhabits his body and he becomes that character for a brief time. It is mesmerising to watch!

I found myself resonating with Vince, Noami’s husband and Nora, one of her best friends. Unable to ‘break through’ to Naomi, they can only do their best while trying to exorcise their own demons.

At the conclusion of the performance Livesey responsibly debriefs us before we enter the world of Fringe and Festival.

Naomi is the must-see piece of theatre of the Fringe and proves that Patrick Livesey is a force in modern Australian theatre!