Theatre :: Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea
1927

Take a deliciously deadly journey through 1927’s multiple-award winning and ingenious mix of live performance, music and silent movie animation.

Comically grim and strangely beautiful at the same time, this surreal satire takes audiences through 10 very unusual vignettes – from the weird underbelly of the suburbs, to wild, wild woods and onto shipwrecked seas. Hapless cats, marauding gingerbread men and cross-dressing devils all make an appearance, not to mention sinister twins and their misfortunate guests.

With cult status in London, a sell-out season and a clean sweep of the top awards at the Edinburgh Fringe, Perth is next in line for this wickedly funny gem.

Writer and Director Suzanne Andrade Film, Animation & Design Paul Barritt Music Lillian Henley Costume Esme Appleton with Suzanne Andrade, Esme Appleton and Lillian Henley

Carol Tambor Award Winner

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A surreal performance piece that combines acting, animation, film and live music has won every major award at the 2007 Edinburgh Fringe Festival
New York Times

Deliciously nasty
The Guardian

1927 throws a charming party, and audiences would do well to accept the invitation
Village Voice

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  • When
    26 Feb–1 Mar: 7.30pm
    3 Mar–7 Mar: 7.30pm
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  • Where

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    Address: 3 Pier Street, Perth

    Phone: (08) 9323 3400

    Since 1956, the Playhouse Theatre has been the home to several professional theatre companies. The venue is ideal for drama and dance productions.

    The Playhouse Theatre's main auditorium features raked seating for 427 patrons. The theatre’s bar is open one hour prior to and after every performance.

    Transport
    Located on Pier Street in Perth, and serviced by buses along St George's Terrace.  The free Red CAT service includes a stop near the Playhouse Theatre on Pier Street.  The Red CAT operates every five minutes from 6.50am-6.20pm Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays), and every 25 minutes on the weekends between 10.00am and 6.15pm.
    The Perth Railway Station is just a short walk away.
    Transperth Infoline: 13 62 13

    Parking
    Under cover parking is available in the Law Chambers Carpark with Access via the laneway off Pier Street, along the right hand side of the theatre. The carpark is only open for evening performances from 5.30pm to 11.30pm. A fee of $5.00 is charged per vehicle.

    Access
    For access information visit the Department of Culture and the Arts website.

  • Price

    • A Reserve $45
    • A Reserve Friends $40
    • B Reserve $35
    • B Reserve Concession $30
    • C Reserve $25

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