Z-PAC Theatre proudly presents ‘The Lovely Bones’, directed by Tiffany Youngs.
This version of Alice Sebold’s celebrated novel delves into life, death, and the resilience of the human spirit.
The narrative revolves around Susie Salmon’s emotional journey as she observes her family from the afterlife.
Youngs, making her directorial debut, explained her choice, expressing her desire to tackle a play that deeply moved her and presented a challenge.
“Despite the gruesomeness of the inciting action, ‘The Lovely Bones’ is not a sad story There are incredibly joyful moments to remind us there is always a light at the end of the seemingly endless tunnel.”
She emphasised the significance of narratives like ‘The Lovely Bones’.
“I believe stories like this are important to tell as they shine a light on real events that (too many) real people can relate to.”
While casting ethnically diverse characters posed a challenge, Youngs and her team prioritised inclusivity, striving to represent the characters while fostering diversity in the production accurately.
“Through conscientious efforts, we aimed to remain faithful to the narrative and cast a BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Colour) performer in the role of Ray.”
While finding an actor with the exact heritage described in the script proved unsuccessful, Youngs expressed her enthusiasm for the remarkable performer they chose, vowing to expand opportunities for racially diverse casting in future productions.
Youngs said that while the script remains faithful to the original novel, it takes some artistic liberties to create a perfect blend of the book and the film adaptation.
Both theatre enthusiasts and newcomers are urged not to miss this emotionally charged production.
“The Lovely Bones” will run at Z-PAC Theatre from 10-26 May, with tickets priced between $16.50 and $27.50.
Groups of 10 or more can take advantage of a special group discount, priced at just $15 per person on opening weekend, and $20 per person on ensuing weekends if booked with the theatre secretary.
Secure your tickets online at zpactheatre.com.au
