THEATRE: LIKE A FISHBONE
Belief versus secularism; art versus functionality; the city versus the country … Like a Fishbone, written by Anthony Weigh and directed by Tim Maddock, explores the complexities of modern life through the perspectives of two women. Brought together by a ghastly school massacre, the modern, career driven architect and the blind, born-again religious mother thrash out their competing world views in the architect’s studio. Both Anita Hegh (the mother) and Marta Dusseldorp (the architect) deliver exceptional performances. Their fiery debate over the design of a memorial (should it evoke “god” or “the truth”?) is broken up by the regular appearance of the assistant, whose world view is yet to be tarnished by the modern world. Like a Fishbone, is a fast-paced energetic production, full of the themes that matter to a contemporary audience. The production is only weakened by a somewhat predictable ending. Overall though, a great piece of theatre which is rewarding to watch.
Until Aug 7, Wharf 1, Sydney Theatre Company, Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay, $26-45, 8002 4772, griffintheatre.com.au
BY ANNA KLAUZNER
