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ICON OF AUSTRALIAN THEATRE DAVID WILLIAMSON AO CELEBRATES 30-YEAR ASSOCIATION WITH ENSEMBLE THEATRE

Steve is the typical Aussie bloke, self-assured, social and sports-mad. Recently retired from a high-flying career, he’s passed the family business over to his son Jimmy – a chip off the old block. But his eldest son Luke, an engineer with more of an interest in algebra than AFL, has never quite seen eye-to-eye with his dad and they haven’t spoken in eight years. When Steve suddenly falls ill, time is running out to repair their broken relationship – and Luke and Jimmy will have to go to extreme lengths to fulfil their father’s final wishes. Sparkling with razor sharp wit and humour, CRUNCH TIME tackles pertinent social issues head-on in this story of family and duty. Directed by Mark Kilmurry with a cast including John Wood (BLUE HEELERS) and Guy Edmonds (BETRAYAL), don’t miss Australian theatre heavyweight David Williamson’s final play before retirement. From 14 Feb 2020 - 09 Apr 2020 at Ensemble Theatre, Kirribilli. Playwright: David Williamson Director: Mark Kilmurry Cast: Diane Craig, Megan Drury, Guy Edmonds, Matt Minto, Emma Palmer, John Wood Photo by Robert Catto, on Wednesday 22 January, 2020 @robertcattophotographer
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ICON OF AUSTRALIAN THEATRE DAVID WILLIAMSON AO CELEBRATES 30-YEAR ASSOCIATION WITH ENSEMBLE THEATRE

One of Australia’s greatest living playwrights, David Williamson AO, will celebrate his extraordinary 30-year association with Ensemble Theatre with the first of a new series of intimate talks at the Kirribilli-based theatre this March.

Hosted by Ensemble Theatre’s Artistic Director Mark Kilmurry, ICONS: IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID WILLIAMSON will give audiences the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with the Australian theatre icon as he discusses his creative journey, shares personal stories, and answers your burning questions in a live interview and Q&A session.

With over 50 plays produced, staged and toured nationally and internationally, numerous film and television writing credits, and a treasure trove of awards, David is undoubtedly a legend of the Australian theatre scene.

In 2025, Ensemble is thrilled to present not one, but two of his works; the world premiere of ARIA and a fresh take on the play that sparked Williamson and Ensemble’s enduring relationship, EMERALD CITY.

Running throughout the year, ICONS: ENSEMBLE CONVERSATIONS is a new series of intimate talks offering unique insights into the lives and careers of the nation’s most influential artists.

Don’t miss this unforgettable opportunity to put your favourite playwright in the hot seat.

Subscriber priority access is now open.

General Public tickets are on sale from Monday 20th January, 10am.

For more information, please visit: https://www.ensemble.com.au/

ICONS: IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID WILLIAMSON
Date: Monday 3rd March
Time: 7pm
Location: Ensemble Theatre, 78 McDougall Street, Kirribilli
Running Time Approx. 1 hr 15 mins (no interval)
Tickets: Subscriber Price $110.00, General Price $120.00
Info: Complimentary glass of sparkling on arrival

Buy Tickets: https://www.ensemble.com.au/shows/icons-in-conversation-with-david-
williamson/

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