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The Last Audition
A powerful solo play about an aging Shakespearean actor fighting to hold on to the words that defined his life.
Media reviews
Glam Adelaide
The List
The Barefoot Review
The Clothesline
20 Mar 2026
Stupid, lovable, hilarious, clever, and never not entertaining
13 Mar 2026
This is a poignant piece of theatre about ageing, legacy and the courage to keep stepping into the light.
09 Mar 2026
The Last Audition [is] a thoughtful and gently affecting play that touches on an issue of growing relevance in an ageing society.
23 Feb 2026
Shearman's commanding talent makes for captivating theatre.
Audience Reacts
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20 March 2026 - Cathy C.
I think we were honoured here in Adelaide to have this world premiere, which is now going around the world including Edinburgh. Paul Shearman expects to be back with it next year and his reputation will then precede him. If you are the least inclined to see an intelligent show which puts King Lear in the context of an aging actor's fight to stay with the plot, this is the show for you.
19 March 2026 - Karen M.
Totally engrossing, stand out performance, hidden gem - don’t miss it!