The School of Arts Theatre Tenterfield presents two live theatre shows.
Flak features true stories from the men who flew in World War II. It was written and performed by Michael Veitch, the actor, author and broadcaster, best known for his roles on the sketch comedy television shows The D-Generation, Fast Forward and Full Frontal, as well as for his books on World War II aviation and the Bass Strait Islands.
The second show is called The One Day of The Year, a classic story about the meaning of Anzac Day.
For war veterans like Alf Cook and his friend Wacka Dawson, it’s the chance to commemorate history, celebrate heroism and conjure national pride.
For Alf’s son Hughie, Anzac Day flies the flag for a very different reality, one that brings the dignity of the Diggers to its knees and into the gutter – via one too many down the pub.
Sparking huge controversy on its release in the sixties, the play’s first ever production had a policeman stationed at the stage door to ward off the angry public.
The One Day of the Year looks at our national legend through the eyes of generation, class and character.
On the 100 year anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, this is a thoroughly fresh take on this truly Australian classic.
Flak is being performed on 21 April at 7.30pm and The One Day of the Year on 22 April at 8pm at the School of Arts Theatre.
Tickets available by phoning (02) 6736 6100.
