After the Afterglow

Music • Theatre

New South Wales • World Premiere

'After the Afterglow' is Terry Serio's story of coming to understand the meaning of his life: from growing up in the solitude of the Western Australian bush; to the chaotic near-oblivion he uncovered in the wilds of Sydney; to his award winning performance as John Howard in "Keating".

This one-man show was formed after Terry's story was lauded in the recently published 'Musicians and Addiction' (2020). Telling people his stories and singing his songs, was a balm people craved, having risen from the ashes of bushfires and the loneliness of Covid.

'After the Afterglow' is a night of humorous, profound storytelling and song - gorgeous and gritty songs of love, loss, addiction, redemption, farms, fathers and fame, related by one of Australia's most loved stage and screen performers.

Presented by: Terry Serio

Terry Serio is well known for his performances in theatre, film, television and as a musician. He won the Helpmann Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Bob Hawke and John Howard in the runaway success of 2006-08, Keating! (Company B – Belvoir Street Theatre). His numerous film and television credits include cult-classic Running On Empty; He Died With a Felafel in his Hand; Dirty Deeds; Blue Heelers; and Shout! The Story of Johnny O’Keefe, for which he received AFI nomination for Best Actor for his work in the leading role. Terry has played in a number of bands (including Terry Serio's Ministry of Truth; The Half Truths; The Elks; and Oh! Reach) and as a solo artist. He is also currently directing The Twins at Holden Street Theatres for Adelaide Fringe 2021.