Saturday, January 21, 2012

Never Did Me Any Harm (3.5/5)

Never Did Me Any Harm (3.5/5)
Force Majeure/Sydney Theatre Company
Whart 1, Sydney
21st January 2012
Director: Kate Champion; Dramaturg Andrew Upton.  Performers Kristina Chan, Vincent Crowley, Marta Dusseldorp, Alan Flower, Sarah Jayne Howard, Kirstie McCracken, Heather Mitchell, Josh Mu

This short production of dialogue and movement gives pause for thought.  What is parenting all about?  Upton has chosen honest, sometimes uncomfortably honest, interviews with parents and children, which Champion has brought to life with movement.  All in a traditional backyard, complimented by tight lighting and a compact score.  Should be seen by all adults and teenagers – and then discussed.