Gaslight

Presented by Rodney Rigby and Queensland Theatre

“IN THIS WORLD THERE IS ALWAYS DANGER FOR THOSE WHO ARE AFRAID OF IT.” - George Bernard Shaw

Young, trusting, and fragile – Bella Manningham thinks she’s losing her mind. In the evenings, she hears strange noises. The sitting-room gas lamps dim for no apparent reason. Is Bella’s loving relationship with her partner Jack all that it seems?
 
Starring Geraldine Hakewill, star of Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries, Toby Schmitz from Boy Swallows Universe and Kate Fitzpatrick, legend of stage and screen, this new psychological thriller will keep you guessing.
 
Patrick Hamilton’s 1938 play introduced us to the powerful term we now use to describe an insidious form of deception and manipulation. 
 
This liberating adaptation by Johnna Wright and Patty Jamieson, which world premiered at the 2022 Shaw Festival, is a gripping, reimagined thriller of daring and doubt.  Will the “gaslighting” have its intended dire effect, or will our heroine find the strength to save herself?
 
With all the hallmarks of Victorian Gothic, refreshed with intriguing new insights, GASLIGHT is a thrilling theatrical experience.

Running time approx 2 hours 30 minutes including 20-minute interval.
This performance is suitable for a general audience. As it is a full-length theatrical performance, it is recommended for ages 13 and up.

 

Late-comers policy
Patrons arriving late may not be admitted into the auditorium until a suitable break in the performance. Latecomers may not be seated in their ticketed seat, but in an alternate area nearer an entrance where minimal disruption will be caused to seated attendees. This is at the discretion of the venue staff.

Recordings and photography notice
Photography, video and sound recordings of any kind are strictly prohibited during the performance.

Babes-in-arms policy
Gaslight is recommended for ages 13 and up. If Parents or Guardians are choosing to visit the theatre with children under two years of age they are permitted free of charge provided they do not occupy a seat. All other ages need to hold a standard ticket. We ask that you book an aisle seat and liaise with the theatre's front-of-house staff on arrival at the theatre. Please consider the interests and enjoyment of other patrons. Any person (regardless of age) interfering with the enjoyment of other patrons may be asked to leave the auditorium or venue.

Casting notice
The producers cannot guarantee the appearance of any particular artist at any performance. No refunds or exchanges will be offered as a result of an artist’s unavailability to perform at any performance.

Warnings
This production uses simulated weapons, lighting, dynamic sound and haze effects.