TICKETS are now on sale for Wangaratta Players' next production, the classic Neil Simon comedy 'Rumours', which opens on Friday, June 27 at the Stage Door Studio in Evans Street.
Directed by Steve Thornycroft and Leanne Kelly, this razor-sharp production throws audiences straight into a whirlwind of carefully orchestrated chaos.
Set in the upper crust of 1980s Melbourne, a dinner party begins with two major problems: the hostess is missing, and the host is upstairs - bloodied, delirious, and not saying much.
What follows is a hysterical spiral of miscommunication, cover-ups, wild theories - and yes, a whole lot of rumours.
Leanne said the 11-piece cast is bursting with talent, energy, and comedic precision.
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"Reg Carmody, Bec Carta, Jess Grant, Rachael Dimattina, Liam Keene, Sean Watson, Tristan Wilson, Aleeta Carmody, Toby Beggs, Rachel Sime, and Rachel Anderson bring the perfect mix of experience, chemistry, and spark to the stage," she said.
"The stage is set, the costumes are dazzling, and the lines are sharp.
"The cast and crew are gearing up to deliver a night of fast-paced farce, outrageous twists, and theatrical brilliance."
The directors said they couldn’t be prouder of the ensemble they've brought together, calling them “an unstoppable force of timing, wit, and heart”.
Set design, helmed by the ever-impressive Paul Walker, is already turning heads.
"His ability to capture the lavish absurdity of 1980s Melbourne with precision and panache has made him a backstage legend," Leanne said.
"Meanwhile, Helen Faithful is serving iconic fashion realness - her costume work not only nails the era but gives each character a bold visual voice.
"Rehearsals are in full swing, with the cast diving headfirst into the rhythm of the farce.
"The energy is infectious, the laughs are landing, and the show is shaping into something unforgettable.
"Neil Simon’s Rumours isn’t just a play - it’s a glorious trainwreck of secrets, lies, and laughter."
Rumours will be performed at The Stage Door Studio, Evans Street Wangaratta on Friday, 27 June 7:30pm, Saturday, 28 June 7:30pm, Sunday, 29 June 2pm, Friday, 4 July 7:30pm, Saturday, 5 July 7:30pm, and Sunday, 6 July 2pm.
Book tickets online at www.trybooking.com/CZDWH.
