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The Day the Sky Turned Black 

Ali Kennedy Scott (Australian First)

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Dates:
Tue 31 Jan - Sat 4 Feb

Time:
All shows 6:30pm

Duration (approx):

55 mins

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About the Venue

Image: Michael Corridore

PICA Performance Space
31 January to 4 February 2012

  

Written and performed by Ali Kennedy Scott 
Directed by Adrian Barnes
Music by Pat Wilson

February 2009 – Black Saturday. Victoria is ravaged by firestorms equalling the energy of 1500 atomic bombs. As fires rip through the tinder-dry country, residents prepare for the usual summer bushfire season, totally unaware of what lies in store.

By that day’s end, the fires have claimed 173 lives and whole towns are decimated. By week’s end, over a million acres of land are destroyed and arson is suspected.

Inspired by interviews with survivors, The Day the Sky Turned Black is a tribute to the everyday heroes who fought one of Australia’s worst natural disasters. Five characters will tell their poignant stories of survival and the journey to rebuild their lives.

“Enthralling” (NY Times)

“This year’s hot ticket” (Scottish Daily Express)

“Curiously beautiful” (Edinburgh Fringe Guru)
WINNER ‘Award for Excellence’ New York & Sydney Fringe Festivals & ‘The Sydney Fringe People’s Choice Award’

More info: www.thedaytheskyturnedblack.com

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