Return to the Dirt
By Steve Pirie
Directed by Lee Lewis
In a year spent tending to the dead, a young man learns to live.
Steve never imagined he’d end up working in the funeral industry. But when he finds himself living back home in Toowoomba to save up for his wedding, it’s the only job he can get.
The year he spends working among the dead opens his eyes to what awaits us at the end and what it means to live.
With respect, wit and a nod to pop culture, Steve takes us on a journey that celebrates finding your place in the world, the power of personal redemption and humility in the face of the big questions.
Return to the Dirt is a refreshing, honest and surprisingly uplifting invitation to start the conversations we all try to avoid.
Winner of the Queensland Premier’s Drama Award 2020–21
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DurationApprox. 2 hrs 10 mins, including an interval
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TimesEvenings: Mon & Tue 6.30pm, Wed – Sat 7.30pm
Matinees: Wed 1.00pm, Sat 2.00pm -
AccessibilityAuslan Interpreted Mon 25 Oct 6.30pm
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Play briefing
Mon 11 Oct, 6.00pm
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Night with the Artists
Mon 25 Oct 6.30pm
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Warning
This play contains lighting blackouts, swearing and references to suicide.
We understand the themes may be triggering for some people. If you have any concerns about the content of the play, we encourage you to contact our Box Office.
If you or someone you know needs information or support, these organisations are there to help
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
Headspace 03 9027 0100
Lifeline 13 11 14
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DurationApprox. 2 hrs 10 mins, including an interval
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TimesEvenings: Mon & Tue 6.30pm, Wed – Sat 7.30pm
Matinees: Wed 1.00pm, Sat 2.00pm -
AccessibilityAuslan Interpreted Mon 25 Oct 6.30pm
-
Play briefing
Mon 11 Oct, 6.00pm
-
Night with the Artists
Mon 25 Oct 6.30pm
-
Warning
This play contains lighting blackouts, swearing and references to suicide.
We understand the themes may be triggering for some people. If you have any concerns about the content of the play, we encourage you to contact our Box Office.
If you or someone you know needs information or support, these organisations are there to help
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
Headspace 03 9027 0100
Lifeline 13 11 14
Creatives
Writer Steve Pirie
Director Lee Lewis
Designer Renée Mulder
Lighting Designer Ben Hughes
Composer and Sound Designer Julian Starr
Associate Lighting Designer Christine Felmingham
Stage Manager Kat O'Halloran
Deputy Stage Manager Yanni Dubler
Assistant Stage Manager Natalie Callaghan
Assistant Stage Manager (Rehearsals) Pip Loth
Production Observation Makiko Shibuya
Cast
Greg/Ensemble Chris Baz
Steve Mitchell Bourke
Claire/Ensemble Sophie Cox
Deb/Ensemble Jeanette Cronin
Lucy/Jess/Ensemble Miyuki Lotz
The Playwright Steve Pirie
Ellie Aara Afraz/Cleo Davis
Contributing Artists
Wedding Dance Choreographer Dale PengellyProfessional Ballroom Dance Instructor Blair Petterd
Ballroom Dance Consultant Carol Jelley
Vocal Consultant Megan Shorey
Queensland Theatre at Home
This play is also available as part of our new Digital Series, so you can enjoy the best seats in your house.
Light and shade interview with Steve Pirie
Play Briefing for Return to the Dirt
Interview with Playwright Steve Pirie
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