A group of more or less ordinary Sydneysiders go about their lives: Anna makes toast, Henry dresses for work, Milla catches the train to school, Moses deals drugs – that kind of thing. But hovering above this unholy parade of life is the sobering fact that Milla will die before her 15th birthday.

About the Writer:

Rita Kalnejais is an Australian playwright, screenwriter, and actor of Latvian heritage. She studied acting at Victorian College of Arts, graduating in 2001, and has worked extensively as an actor at Belvoir, Griffin, Malthouse and Sydney Theatre Companies. Her first major play, B.C., directed by Simon Stone, was nominated for Best New Australian Play at the 2009 Green Room Awards. In 2012, her play Babyteeth had a successful season at Belvoir Theatre and was later adapted into a feature film of the same name.

This is an amateur production Licensed by Casarotto Ramsay & Associates Limited.

The 16th Street Directors Apprenticeship culminates in a showcase presenting each student’s original work - a final project that champions our directors as they demonstrate their unique interpretive vision, seamlessly combining independent practice, professional development and collaborative rehearsal experience.

CW: This production contains mature themes and terminal illness. Recommended for audiences 14+

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