A story about a young man named Lucky faced with an ultimatum from a female mobster named Paula, and her standover man Muzzo, to repay the $12,000 he stole from them or have his head screwed off. Feeling threatened, but determined, the play follows Lucky’s story as he makes his way through Sydney’s underbelly where he meets everyone from bartenders to backpackers. He travels through bars, crowded streets, and the ER and navigates the busy public transport system of Sydney, all the while never forgetting his true goal; to make the untouchable and inexplicably beautiful Novotel receptionist Claire his Valentine.
Lucky is part of the four diverse plays currently presented by The Actors College of Theatre and Television, with a number of their graduating students performing in them. “My group of students are immersing themselves in the underbelly of Sydney streets, back alleys and bars to bring to life Toby Schmitz’ edgy romp – Lucky,” explained director Glen Hamilton. “It is a great pleasure to work with the talented, energetic and professionally focussed actors that have become the benchmark of ACTT.” These talented and professional individuals will put on five exciting nights of performances for this show. (ASha)
Oct 14–18. Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach. $15-$25. Tickets & info: actt.edu.au/events/performances/
BY ANVI SHARMA
