Alex Buzo Company
Never underestimate the power of difference is the powerful premise behind this watershed Australian play about cultural and generational tension. This critically acclaimed production refreshes Buzo’s sharp, witty, tension-fuelled dialogue between a young, articulate Pakistani uni student and a middle aged Aussie bloke for a contemporary audience. Norm and Ahmed’s sensational 1968 premiere quite literally put Australian theatre on the front page for the first time and the infamous nation-wide censorship battle that ensued is a far cry from its brand new listing as a NSW HSC Drama text in 2010. The performance will be followed by a Q&A session specifically designed to enhance the students’ understanding of the play’s social and cultural context, plus the techniques used by Buzo and the inspiration behind the play.
“A revelatory production...a fine revival of a great classic”
The Australian
Directed by Aarne Neeme
With Laurence Coy and Craig Meneaud
Tickets
Adults $32
Conc $28
Dates
8th June - 10am, 12:30pm and 7pm
9th June - 10am, 12:30pm and 7pm
10th Jun - 10am, 12:30pm and 7pm
11th June - 10am and 12:30pm
Riverside Theatres wishes to advise patrons that this production is also a part of our Education Season. Please note that our daytime performances are also offered to school-age audiences, however patrons are most welcome to attend.
Norm and Ahmed
by Alex BuzoNever underestimate the power of difference is the powerful premise behind this watershed Australian play about cultural and generational tension. This critically acclaimed production refreshes Buzo’s sharp, witty, tension-fuelled dialogue between a young, articulate Pakistani uni student and a middle aged Aussie bloke for a contemporary audience. Norm and Ahmed’s sensational 1968 premiere quite literally put Australian theatre on the front page for the first time and the infamous nation-wide censorship battle that ensued is a far cry from its brand new listing as a NSW HSC Drama text in 2010. The performance will be followed by a Q&A session specifically designed to enhance the students’ understanding of the play’s social and cultural context, plus the techniques used by Buzo and the inspiration behind the play.
“A revelatory production...a fine revival of a great classic”
The Australian
Directed by Aarne Neeme
With Laurence Coy and Craig Meneaud
Tickets
Adults $32
Conc $28
Dates
8th June - 10am, 12:30pm and 7pm
9th June - 10am, 12:30pm and 7pm
10th Jun - 10am, 12:30pm and 7pm
11th June - 10am and 12:30pm
Riverside Theatres wishes to advise patrons that this production is also a part of our Education Season. Please note that our daytime performances are also offered to school-age audiences, however patrons are most welcome to attend.
