The Birthday Party: A Theatrical Catastrophe
Los Angeles 2014: Oscar-winning director William Friedkin mounts a star-studded new production of Pinter’s play 'The Birthday Party'. Nick Ullett (actor, writer, raconteur and our narrator) is cast as one of the players. The show instantly sells out its first month, but its future is in peril. Lead actor Steven Berkoff loathes the director! Someone gets fired! Someone gets sick! And then others back out...The set is built, the budget is spent, but as the opening gets closer, panic sets in and ego's clash. What will happen? Will it even open?
★★★★ "Ullett recounts in a witty and delightfully honest depiction of what happens when everything starts to go awry. This show will make you laugh, gasp and shake your head in wonder: not to be missed." Edinburgh Guide
★★★★ "Perfectly Placed" UKTW
Presented by: JWL Artists and Joanne Hartstone Presents
One half of comedy team Hendra & Ullett, Nick stormed America in the 1960's and was in instant hit, becoming star regulars on the Ed Sullivan Shows and celebrities across the US Comedy scene. On Broadway, Nick created the role of Gerald in ME & MY GIRL and starred in LOOT opposite Kevin Bacon & Zoe Wanamaker. For five decades he has delighted audiences across Film and TV with appearances including THE GOLDEN GIRLS, THE BIG BANG THEORY, HOME IMPROVEMENT and HOOK opposite Robin Williams.
'Joanne Hartstone Presents' is one of the most awarded presenter/curator/producing companies in the Adelaide Fringe. Joanne is a South Australian theatre maker, performer, playwright, director, and producer, specialising in international collaborations, theatre, cabaret, and immersive/site-specific events.
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1 Venue
The Arch at Holden Street Theatres
Holden Street Theatres, 32-34 Holden Street, Hindmarsh, Kaurna
32 - 34 Holden Street
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & Warnings
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
