4 — 7 Sep
The No Bang Theory
Presented by Brisbane Festival and Metro Arts
Get ready for a banging good time!
It’s the non-romantic comedy of the year. Heartbreak and hilarity. Too much sex talk from a self-confessed 26-year-old virgin. The Tinder date without the messy bits.
Autism is no laughing matter, but laugh is exactly what Matilda Award-winning Brisbane cabaret performer Oliver Hetherington-Page wants audiences to do as he debunks the myths of 'cute' autism perpetuated through popular culture favourites such as The Big Bang Theory.
The No Bang Theory is ready to charm the pants off Brisbane with stories, show tunes and a series of sparkly jackets. Fresh from captivating audiences in Melbourne, Adelaide, Darwin, the Gold Coast and Bundaberg, it’s Brisbane Festival's turn to witness this heartbreaking and hilarious, but always honest look at life on the autism spectrum.
Don’t be fooled by the title, The No Bang Theory is packed with more banging show tunes than a night of karaoke. Plus, sex talk. And dodgy dancing. If life serves you lemons, make cabaret. He’s been excluded and bullied and called all the ableist slurs in the book, but he’s survived and ready to set the record straight.
Writer and Performer: Oliver Hetherington-Page
Director: Lewis Jones
Musical Director: Tim Forrester
Lighting Designer: Freddy Komp
Graphic Designer: Scarlett Hetherington
Original Dramaturgy: Alex Woodward
Produced by IndelabilityArts
Image by Hannah Photography
Production Partners
Price
$39 - $45
Times
Matinee - 2:30pm
Evening - 7:00pm
Auslan Interpreted Performances
Thursday 5 September, 7PM
Saturday 7 September 2:30PM
Audio Described Performance
Thursday 5 September, 7PM
Tactile Tour
Thursday 5 September, 6PM
Duration
Approx. 1 hour
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Auslan Interpreted Event
Assistive Listening
Audio Described Event
Important Info
Recommended for all ages. This production contains adult themes, coarse language, mention of suicide, sexual references and use of a haze machine. Bright lights and sound are used throughout the performance.
Sensory Friendly Show
This work is sensory friendly, and patrons are invited to show up with whatever they might need to ensure a comfortable experience – headphones, earplugs etc all welcome. You are free to leave the space as needed and/or vocalise to express yourself or your excitement. All patrons are encouraged to self-adapt in the space.
Booking Methods
For alternative ways to book, or to discuss your accessibility requirements, call Metro Arts on (07) 3002 7100 or email info@metroarts.com.au
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#Artists
Indelabilityarts
Indelabilityarts is an inclusive theatre company, providing professional artistic and training opportunities for artists and community members who identify as having a disability.
Oliver Hetherington-Page
Oliver Hetherington-Page is an award-winning writer/producer/actor and autism advocate.
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