TRUE WEST at Ensemble Theatre Tickets
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About TRUE WEST
40 miles east of Los Angeles, Austin has found a writing oasis in his mother’s empty home while she’s abroad. His latest film project has the potential to sell big in Hollywood. In the peace and quiet of the desert, he taps away at his typewriter — until the silence is shattered by his wayward brother, Lee, stumbling unexpectedly through the door. As they fight for control over each other, the pair are swept up in a volatile tornado of flared tempers, resentment and self-loathing destruction.
Pulitzer Prize winner Sam Shepard pits brother against brother in this critically acclaimed and muscular exploration of masculinity in America. Directed by Iain Sinclair (THE CARETAKER), this is a timeless modern classic not to be missed.
Run time
1hr 35min. No interval.
Venue
Categories
Plays, Drama
Age
Ages 14+.
Start date
8th September, 2025
End date
11th October, 2025
Venue
Ensemble Theatre
Accessibility
Ensemble Theatre is fully wheelchair accessible, has wheelchair friendly seating and F row in our theatre has street level access.
Ensemble Theatre has a hearing loop which amplifies sound for specific areas of seating. If you have a hearing impairment please request seating within the hearing loop when booking. Receivers are also available from the Box Office and should be booked in advance. Please contact 0289183400 to discuss.
Directions
GETTING TO THE VENUE
BY TRAIN: The next stop north after Wynyard Station, take the train to Milsons Point station, exit at Ennis Rd and it’s just a 5 minute walk down Willoughby Street.
BY FERRY: The most scenic way to travel, treat yourself and jump on a ferry from Circular Quay to Milsons Point (a 10 – 15 minute walk) or Kirribilli Wharf (also, a 10 – 15 minute walk).
BY CAR: There’s free (but time-limited) street parking all around the theatre. Please allow ample time to park before your performance or booking at Bayly’s Bistro.
More information about TRUE WEST
“Shepard’s writing and his vision are as powerful as ever” - The New Yorker
“a Pinteresque air of brooding menace” - The Guardian
Writer: Sam Shepard
Director: Iain Sinclair
Assistant Director: Anna Houston
Cast includes: Simon Maiden
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of TRUE WEST?
TRUE WEST runs for 1hr 35min. No interval.
Which theatre is TRUE WEST at?
TRUE WEST is at Kirribilli's Ensemble Theatre, which is located at 78 McDougall Street, Kirribilli, 2061.
How much are tickets for TRUE WEST?
TRUE WEST tickets start at $85.
What is the age recommendation for TRUE WEST?
Ages 14+.
How do you get tickets for TRUE WEST?
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