THIRST

Midland Junction Arts Centre presents Thirst by Barbara Hostalek

A Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company production

Thirst is a funny and tender comedy that explores why some people leave, some stay, and some return to regional towns.

Thirst is set in the Glass Slipper Tavern, the community hub of Yellow Springs. Lola, a former popstar, and her entrepreneurial long-term partner and band member, Chico, never thought they’d settle down in the country, let alone inherit a pub from Lola’s estranged white fella uncle.

They are the first blackfullas to run the only pub for miles amongst the canola and cattle farms. The tavern desperately needs repairs but it’s not easy operating on a shoestring budget. Can a karaoke night fundraiser, with the help of a savvy barmaid with secret talents, help them save the pub?

Join us for a heartfelt and hilarious night that has a dash of audience participation.

RUN TIMES

5.30PM | Join us for a complimentary BBQ before the show. Drinks available to purchase at the bar. 

6.30PM | Auditorium doors open

7PM SHOW TIME | Approx. 70 min (no interval), following by a 20-min Q&A with the cast and creatives

Age Recommendation |12+

MJAC is an accessible venue.

Artist Credits
Playwright  Barbara Hostalek
Director  Maitland Schnaars
Set & Costume Designer Charlotte Meagher
Sound Designer  Tao Issaro
Lighting Designer  Jolene Whibley
Stage Manager  Jasmyn Day
Community Engagement Coordinator  Rubeun Yorkshire
Tour Manager  Hannah Portwine
Touring Technician  Dale Kerrison
Assistant Stage Manager  Emma Stirling
Cast  Bruce Denny, Della Rae Morrison, Jarrad Inman, Leah Pigram

Thirst – Sony Music Credit
The following credits must be applied to any program in connection with the production and
any other time that other song composers receive a credit.

“Love Is In The Air”
Written by Johannes Vandenberg and George Young
© Boomerang Investments Pty Ltd Licensed by Sony Music Publishing (Australia) Pty Limited

“The Dead Heart” 
Written by Hirst/Moginie/Garrett
© Sprint Music 
Licensed by Sony Music Publishing(Australia) Pty Limited