Daughters of Eve
When all you've been taught is marriage and motherhood, what do you do when you have neither?
When you grow up in the Christian church, the women you hear stories about often fall into three categories: the devoted servant, the flawed hero, and the evil temptress. No matter what, the lesson is clear: becoming a wife and a mother is the ultimate objective.
Through the reimagining and retelling of stories of Biblical women through a modern, feminist perspective, Sarah Kwong reflects on her experience growing up in the Christian church and why she decided to walk away. An intimate hour of storytelling and song about losing your faith, fighting expectations, and finding yourself again.
Supported by the Adelaide Fringe Fund 2024.
Presented by: Wilde and Darling Productions
Wilde & Darling Productions was established in 2019 by Sarah Kwong, who has been involved in the performing arts for over twenty years as a teacher, writer, performer and director. It is an independent performing arts company dedicated to original stories, theatre and music. Sarah's emphasis is on producing work that promotes compassion, empathy, and looking at old stories with a new perspective.
Wilde & Darling's premiere performance was the ensemble play 'Delayed', which Sarah wrote and directed.
In 2023, Wilde & Darling made their Adelaide Fringe debut with 'Goddess Era', a feminist reimagining of the women of Ancient Greek myths. Written by Sarah Kwong, and performed alongside songwriter Shannen Beckett, 'Goddess Era' was shortlisted for the Holden Street Theatres Fringe Award.
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Her vocal and musical delivery were smoothly controlled and she easily commanded our attention. - Alan Shepley, TASA