Book and lyrics by Rob Robson
Music and lyrics by Gary Wong Synopsis/Notes Thrown together in a shelter during what could be a global catastrophe, a group of frightened people are slowly captivated by the ageless story of the soldiers wife. Transported, they find it a welcome distraction and salvation from their own pressing concerns and anxieties. As the incredible tale unfolds, it proves to have a dramatic and profound impact on all who hear it. It is a tale of adventure, courage, adversity, temptation and redemption that explores with great insight and sensitivity, the contemporary and historical themes of humanity and conflict and the big questions of life, death and the meaning of it all. This is a challenging but thoroughly rewarding work of our times, with a powerful original music score that runs the gamut of human emotion and experience from tragedy to comedy to triumph and beyond. Age group: Mature youth to adult Solo Parts: Up to 23
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Reviews "A brand new, original musical by Geelong composer Gary Wong and librettist Rob Robson based on a Russian fable is truly a wonderful show. “The Soldier’s Wife” made me laugh, and cry. It’s a complex but compelling story that refreshingly does not insult the audience’s intelligence. It does not shy away from the big issues either. The play-within-a-play aspect works well with the heavy themes of war, power, love, death and sacrifice. I urge you to see “The Soldier’s Wife” and if you miss out, demand a return season." Rochelle Smith - Review in Geelong Advertiser, VIC. "Robson and Wong have been trying for some years to find a market ...for...this...their finest effort to date. The show will appeal to all ages and all levels of sophistication. It deserves a place among the best in Australian musical theatre." Dennis Mitchell - Review In Geelong News, VIC. |
All images from G.S.O.D.A. production, 2004. Photography by Dean Bateup
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