Walking a very fine line

JUST keep telling yourself that and go see PLoT Theatre Company’s latest production next week.

explores the fallout that occurs when a young woman announces that she is pregnant. Chaos ensues, as a family divided by beliefs, addictions and prejudices grapple with the prospect of an unexpected new life, and what that means for their own sense of self.

Nobody is equipped for this. Nobody can cope. Voices are raised. Cocaine is consumed. What a mess.

is written and directed by Benedicta McGeown and produced by Emma Skalicky, both of whom have just been selected to attend Australian Theatre for Young People’s National Studio Residency in New South Wales next month.

“The themes in the show — abortion, generational differences, love, loss, anger and trauma — are all concepts that I have struggled to come to terms with in my own life,” McGeown says.

“For many people, particularly for women, some or all of these topics can define a life, or the lives of a whole family.

“That is why this show is for everyone — it is universal in its very essence.” stars Victoria Bremner as Girl, Felix Jarvis as Boy, David Bannister as Man, Georgia Clark as Woman, and Pip Tyrrell as Old Woman. PLoT Theatre Company presents

at the Moonah Arts Centre (23 Albert Road) from 7.30am on August 2, 3 and 4, plus a 2.30pm matinee on August 4. Tickets are $25, $20 concession, phone 6234 5998 or go to www.centertainment.com.au for bookings.