Young, trusting, and fragile – Bella Manningham thinks she’s losing her mind. In the evenings, she hears strange noises. The sitting-room gas lamps dim for no apparent reason. Is Bella’s loving relationship with her partner Jack all that it seems?
Starring Geraldine Hakewill, star of Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries, Toby Schmitz from Boy Swallows Universe and Kate Fitzpatrick, legend of stage and screen, this new psychological thriller will keep you guessing.
Patrick Hamilton’s 1938 play introduced us to the powerful term we now use to describe an insidious form of deception and manipulation.
This liberating adaptation by Johnna Wright and Patty Jamieson, which world premiered at the 2022 Shaw Festival, is a gripping, reimagined thriller of daring and doubt.
Will the “gaslighting” have its intended dire effect, or will our heroine find the strength to save herself? With all the hallmarks of Victorian Gothic, refreshed with intriguing new insights, GASLIGHT is a thrilling theatrical experience.
2hr 30min (incl. 20min interval)
This performance is suitable for a general audience. As it is a full-length theatrical performance, it is recommended for ages 13 and up.
26th June, 2024
30th June, 2024
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN: Parramatta is linked from all directions by train. Riverside is approximately a 12-minute walk from Parramatta Train Station.
Exit the station towards Parramatta Square (exit 5), turn left towards Centenary Square, Parramatta Town Hall and PHIVE. Turn right towards Church Street, and follow it up to the theatre, just across the Lennox Bridge.
BY BUS: Bus services are available to Parramatta from all directions: through Hills Bus, Sydney Buses and Hopkinsons. The nearest bus stops are on Wilde Ave/Smith St – a short walk away from the theatre.
BY FREE SHUTTLE: The Parramatta Shuttle Bus is a fast, free and accessible service run by Transport for NSW through Transdev. Operating on a continuous loop starting from Macquarie Street near Centenary Square, the shuttle bus connects rail, bus and ferry transport interchanges with local shops, community hubs and Riverside Theatres.
BY FERRY: Parramatta Quay is an enjoyable 8-minute walk to us along the river.
BY LIGHT RAIL: Parramatta Light Rail will soon be available as a transport option, with the Prince Alfred Square Light Rail stop being a short walk from the theatre.
BY TAXI: The best drop-off point is located behind the theatre on Market Street. For pick-ups, a new secure taxi rank is located at 28 Phillip Street with security guards on duty every Friday and Saturday night from 9pm until 2am to keep you and your driver safe.
BY CAR: Permanent traffic changes are now in place on and around Church Street (between Market & Macquarie Streets) for the Parramatta Light Rail. We advise checking the Riverside Theatres Parramatta Parking Guide.
"The perfect balance of drama and mystery" — Broadway World
Written by: Patrick Hamilton
Adapted by: Johnna Wright and Patty Jamieson
Director: Lee Lewis
Set and Costume Designer: Renée Mulder
Lighting Designer: Paul Jackson
Original Music and Sound Design: Paul Charlier
CAST
Bella: Geraldine Hakewill
Jack: Toby Schmitz
Elizabeth: Kate Fitzpatrick
Nancy: Courtney Cavallaro
Production warnings: This production contains complete theatrical blackouts. Gaslight does not proactively offer advisories about subject matter, as sensitivities vary from person to person. If you have any questions about content, age-appropriateness or stage effects (such as strobe lights or theatrical fog) that might have a bearing on patron comfort, please contact info@newtheatricals.com.
Late-comers policy: Patrons arriving late may not be admitted into the auditorium until a suitable break in the performance. Latecomers may not be seated in their ticketed seat, but in an alternate area nearer an entrance where minimal disruption will be caused to seated attendees. This is at the discretion of the venue staff.
Recordings and photography notice: Photography, video and sound recordings of any kind are strictly prohibited during the performance.
Unfortunately, tickets for this event are no longer available.
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