Better She Was Never Born

IMAGE CREDIT:
Image artwork: Erica J Brennan
Image: Sergiu Vălenaș’

Mae’s graduation day: “Husband and babies next,” her mother insists. Mae smiles—it’s expected. But an alternative future begins to call. Dive into a lyrical solo performance and a provocative PowerPoint that challenges pronatalism and inspires curiosity. Witness a childfree woman’s emergence into the world as she boldly defies societal norms.

CAST & CREATIVES:

• Writer & Performer: Erica J Brenna

Dates: Friday 21 & Saturday 22 (March)
Running time: 60mins

Auslan Interpreted performance: Saturday 22 March.
Relaxed Performance (RP): Friday 21 & Saturday 22, March.

TICKET INFORMATION

Price: $25 or $20 with an Artist Pass (contact access@brandx.org.au for financial hardship and Mob Tickets)

CONTENT WARNINGS

Images of ultrasounds, brief discussions of abortion & birth trauma. Mentions of domestic violence and reproductive coercion.

VENUE & SEASON ACCESSIBILITY 

We welcome all visitors to ESCAC and are committed to making it accessible and inclusive for everyone. The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible car spaces available out the front on Burton Street. We accept companion cards and welcome assistance animals.
Accessibility for individual shows is indicated on the show pages. Please refer to the ticketing site for the most up to date details, or contact us.
For access information on the venue, please CLICK to watch this video explainer.

HOW TO GET THERE

Car: On-street metered parking around the venue.
Bus: Oxford Street 2 minute walk (333, 373, 399, 392, 394 and M10 buses).
Train: Museum Train Station 10-minute walk.
If you would like to discuss access please contact access@brandx.org.au or call 8029 9040.

 

AFFORDABLE & MOB TICKETS: 

This is an allocation of free tickets for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people experiencing financial hardship for The Flying Nun shows.
To access these tickets please email marketing@brandx.org.au for a no questions asked seat.

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its arts funding and advisory body, is supported by the NSW Government through Create NSW, and the City of Sydney.