PRODUCTION INFORMATION

“I’m just so tired of talking. There’s nothing to figure out. We just eat each other up and die one by one. ”

Devotion. Delusion. Sin.

It’s nearing midnight in Wyoming, where four young conservatives have gathered at a backyard after-party. They’ve returned home to toast their mentor Gina, newly inducted as president of a tiny Catholic college. But as their reunion spirals into spiritual chaos and clashing generational politics, it becomes less a celebration than a vicious fight to be understood. 

A Pulitzer finalist, Will Arbery’s acclaimed play is an intelligent and uncomfortable investigation of modern American conservatism. Revealing his characters’ humanity, Arbery never losing sight of their dangerous potential. 

On a chilly night in the middle of America, Heroes of the Fourth Turning speaks to the heart of a country at war with itself.

Promotional photo by Robert Blackburn & Work Art Life Studios.

Production photos by Jodie Hutchinson.

CAST & CREATIVES

Writer Will Arbery
Director Emily O’Brien-Brown
Set & Costume Designer Louise McCarthy
Lighting Designer Efterpi Soropos
Sound Designer Justin Gardam
Accent Coach Matt Furlani
Assistant Designer Hahnie Goldfinch
Stage Manager Natasha Marich
Assistant Stage Manager Erin Quonoey

Cast
Charlie Cousins
Darcy Kent
Margaret Mills
Mollie Mooney
Annie Shapero

DATES & TICKETS

Previews 15 - 18 Mar | Season 19 Mar - 10 Apr 

Wed - Sat 8pm
Sun 6.30pm
Sat Matinee 2pm

Tues 15 May – Fri 18 May $25
Sun 20 May – Sun 10 Apr $15 - $57

“It’s compelling, intellectually bracing and surprisingly funny political drama, and there’s nothing quite like it in Australian theatre.” ★★★★

- The Age -

“Red Stitch’s production has brilliant performances all round.” ★★★★

- The Age -

“Red Stitch is to be commended for courageously putting on this risky but important play. It surely isn’t preaching to the converted.”

- Stage Whispers -

“The performances are first rate. All impress.”

- The Blurb -

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Running time approximately 2 hours 30 minutes with an interval.

CONTENT WARNINGPlease be advised this performance contains; smoking and haze, loud sound effects, and controversial themes that may be triggering for some viewers.

Please contact the Box Office if you have specific concerns.

WRITER’S NOTES

Click here to read Will Arbery’s notes on the play.