John Leary as Richard and Rebecca Bower as Jessica sit together mid conversation looking happy.
a man in a full body platypus suit
a man stands onstage in a pink sweater with a giant star on it. Curtains hang behind him.

The Platypus by Francis Greenslade

Multiple genres, two actors, one black comedy.

The platypus is a strange creature, composed of odds and ends. A curiosity. A bit wrong somehow.

Just like this play.  

A play about Richard, Jessica and the end of their relationship.

Written and directed by Francis Greenslade (Shaun Micallef’s Mad as Hell, Winners and Losers) and performed by John Leary (The Good Place, Upper Middle Bogan) and Rebecca Bower (Offspring, Wentworth), The Platypus is a genre-busting delight – an outrageously clever, wildly entertaining play about theatre, relationships and the roles we all play.

"This bold mix of genres delivers a witty, delightful, entertaining evening. Bower and Leary are wonderful." Stage Whispers

"Skilfully balances drama and comedy…masterfully handled by (its) seasoned performers" ArtsHub

Theatre and Physical Theatre
Victoria • SA Premiere
 
Tue, 11 Mar - Sun, 23 Mar
 
90 min
 
The Arch at Holden Street Theatres
 
$35 to $50
 
PG (2 Warnings)
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7:45pm - 9:15pm
The Platypus by Francis Greenslade - John Leary as Richard and Rebecca Bower as Jessica sit together mid argument looking unhappy.

Multiple genres, two actors, one black comedy. A wildly entertaining must-see for theatre-lovers. View show

Wed, 19 Mar

7:45pm - 9:15pm

The Arch at Holden Street Theatres  

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Holden Street Theatres, 32-34 Holden Street, Hindmarsh, Kaurna

 
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
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