Call of the Malleefowl

Theatre and Physical Theatre

South Australia • World Premiere

"I find people hard to understand, not for lack of trying or wanting. Birds aren't incomprehensible, they have patterns. Clear and distinct. They abide by the design of nature."

"Call of the Malleefowl" is a one-act drama set in current-day Adelaide, taking place over a single Winter. Told from the perspective of Evelyn, a young woman on the Autism Spectrum, the story shifts in and out of the present. Evelyn recollects her initial encounter with the enigmatic and beautiful Frankie at The Lookout, a place where Evelyn goes to birdwatch. As the events of the Winter unravel in Evelyn's tale, we learn the sinister truth of what happened and why.

Presented by: Bluestocking Theatre Co.

At Bluestocking Theatre Co., we believe that theatre is for everyone. Our progressive team is dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices through high-quality, immersive, and diverse theatre productions.

Reviews & Fringefeed Reacts

The chemistry between Montgomery and Venning is convincing, their developing relationship a magnificent depiction of nervous firsts. - Mark Wickett, Stage Whispers
An exciting entry in a growing pantheon of queer and disability produced art... - Nahum Gale, Verse Magazine
Topical and intriguing writing with good use of metaphor, and strong believable performances... - Michael Coghlan, The Clothesline
An incredible Adelaide-based true crime mystery, filled with talented actors, an emotional story, and interesting set design. - Ekkia Evans, The Adelaide Show
The cast is exceptional. Their character work and deep understanding of the script’s intent is excellent. - Ben Stefanoff, Glam Adelaide