God of Carnage

Ballaarat Mechanics Institute - Minerva Room

117-119 Sturt Street,
Ballarat Central VIC 3350

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  • 23–26 Jul

7pm–9pm

$15 - $30

God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza is a one act black comedy.

A playground scuffle brings two sets of parents together for a cordial meeting - but civility quickly unravels in Yasmina Reza's biting comedy God of Carnage. What begins with espresso and diplomacy ends in chaos, as facades crack and tensions explode. Directed by Ruby Abbott in her full-length directorial debut, this sharp, fast-paced satire takes a hilariously uncomfortable look at modern parenting, social pretence, and the thin line between order and anarchy.

Directed by Ruby Abbott. Presented by Ballarat National Theatre in partnership with the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute.

The show's duration is 1.5 hours. No interval. Content warning: Strong language and mature themes.

Doors open 30 minutes prior to show start time. Bar available.

Content: Ballarat National Theatre

Accessibility Information

  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.

Please note: The accessibility information above is provided by the listing owner and may not be audited. For detailed information, please contact them directly.

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