PRODUCTION INFORMATION

“They can’t stand that the past wasn’t just the same as today. If something was done differently in the past they bawl and they whine, kick and spit and attack.”

Ravenhill’s darkly humorous meditation on institutionalised violence examines how we judge the past, with its different values, by the standards of the present.

Edward, the last bastion of an era that practised corporal punishment, is besieged by a mob of angry students and progressive values espoused by the new ‘Academy’ system of schooling. His wife and possibly duplicitous daughter are engaged to save his legacy.

"Ravenhill fiendishly keeps us guessing... it's hard to know what to think or who to trust." ★★★★
– Time Out Melbourne -

CAST & CREATIVES

Writer Mark Ravenhill
Director Kirsten von Bibra
Set & Costume Design Lara Week
Lighting Design Bronwyn Pringle
Sound Design Adam Casey
Stage Manager Rain Shadrach
Assistant Stage Manager Jaqueline Sabbagh
& Eden Cotter-Longworth

Cast
Jessica Clarke
Caroline Lee
Dion Mills

DATES & TICKETS

Previews 7 - 9 April | Season 10 April - 9 May 

Wed - Sat 8pm
Sun 6.30pm
Sat Matinee 10 Dec 2pm

Wed 7 April – Fri 9 April $25
Sat 10 April – Sun 9 May $15 - $57

"The Cane is very much a story of our times... characterised by three strong and accomplished performances. Each find their moments to shine, alternately domineering, compliant and submissive."
- The Blurb -

"If you love intense, character driven theatre, you need to make a trip to Red Stitch to see The Cane. This powerful new work is a great way to celebrate the return of live theatre to Melbourne, and is not one to be missed."
- Lilithia Reviews -

“As relevant as plays come, The Cane is gripping viewing.”
- Man In Chair -

“A compelling new play… Breathtakingly savage.”
★★★★★
– The Times -

“Taut, troubling…vintage Ravenhill.”
★★★★
– Time Out London -

Promotional photo by Robert Blackburn & Work Art Life Studios.

Production photos by Jodie Hutchinson.