'The Lovely Bones', presented by Pulteney Grammar School Year 12 Drama

The Pulteney 2024 Year 12 Drama class is proud to present The Lovely Bones.

THE STORY

Out of unspeakable tragedy, this is a tale filled with hope, humour, suspense, and even joy. It is a coming of age story… with a supernatural twist. It is a play about yearning to make a connection; to say the things left unsaid. 

Susie Salmon is a typical 16 year old, with the typical teenager preoccupations. There’s just one small difference: Susie is no longer alive.

From beyond the grave, she now observes her grieving family and community. Some are obsessed with seeking justice; others look to escape the unbearable pain by forging a new life; and some discover the hormone-fuelled pangs of growing up, embarking of a journey that Susie herself never had the chance to take.

From her special place in Heaven, Susie is trying to find a way to help.

The play is a visceral performance text, both sparse and dense, that also surprises with its humour and verve. But ultimately, this play is a piece about the power of love. Our audience will be transported to 1970s Australia, following a community as they navigate life without one of their own, and how we can find light and hope in even the darkest of times.

The 2024 Pulteney Year 12 Drama production is ‘The Lovely Bones’, written by Alice Sebold and adapted for the stage by Bryony Lavery.

CAST

Freya Callahan, Anna Dalby, Hannah Douglas, Sophie Fonovic, Liam Goodes, Ellen Heard, Lily McDougall, Taylor Schwartz, and Hannah Wadsworth.

PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES

Thursday 5th September @ 7:00pm - 8:20pm

Friday 6th September @ 7:00pm - 8:20pm

Saturday 7th September @ 7:00pm - 8:20pm

VENUE

Holden St Theatres (34 Holden St, Hindmarsh)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• Trigger warning: themes of death and loss are explored in this play. A brief moment of violence is referred to and suggested, but never depicted. Due to this, the show is recommended ages 12+. If you would like more clarification or have any questions regarding suitability, please contact the director.
• Haze effect and strong lighting will be used. 
• There is a small carpark at the venue you can access via a driveway off Holden St, otherwise please arrive early to secure a free park in the public surrounding streets.
• The performance will begin at 7pm and a LOCK-OUT applies (meaning, you will forfeit your ticket and miss the performance if you arrive late).
• The theatre has raked seating and all tickets are general admission; if you require accessibility support and need to reserve a ground-floor/front row seat, please contact the director at least one day prior to the performance.
• The Front of House will be open from 6:15pm for you to enjoy pre-show refreshments; please note that the theatre operates a cashless bar.

CONTACT

Jamie Hibbert, Director and Senior Drama teacher (jamie.hibbert@pulteney.sa.edu.au)

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Follow our creative journey (and stay up to date with behind the scenes photos and more) via our Instagram! Find us at: @pgslovelybones