OM DENNE EPISODE
This week Darren and Natalie take on four strikingly different productions. From dark historical drama – Savage, and modern dating satire You Matched With, to world-class dance Turn it Out with Tiler Peck and Friends and a raw, music-fuelled classic - Teeth 'n' Smiles.
Savage – White Bear Theatre
A chilling and provocative play rooted in real history, Savage explores the horrifying “conversion” experiments carried out under Nazi rule by Danish doctor Carl Peter Værnet, who claimed to have found a “cure” for homosexuality. Set against this brutal backdrop, the play examines identity, power and survival, brought to life through a strong ensemble. Unflinching and deeply affecting, it confronts a dark chapter of history that still resonates today.
You Matched With… – Etcetera Theatre
Swipe right into chaos with this sharp, witty exploration of modern dating. You Matched With… dives into the absurdities, expectations and emotional rollercoaster of app-based romance, blending humour with uncomfortable truths about connection in the digital age. Fast-paced and relatable, it captures the awkwardness, hope and heartbreak of searching for love through a screen.
Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends
A dazzling evening of dance led by New York City Ballet principal Tiler Peck, bringing together an extraordinary ensemble of performers across ballet, tap and contemporary styles. Packed with visually stunning choreography and standout moments - including a thrilling duo with her husband Roman Mejia - this vibrant programme showcases the sheer versatility and brilliance of world-class dancers pushing boundaries and celebrating movement in all its forms.
Teeth 'n' Smiles
David Hare’s cult classic returns in this raw, electrifying production set in the world of a struggling rock band. Following a chaotic university May Ball performance, Teeth 'n' Smiles captures the tensions, ambitions and disillusionment of youth through music, rebellion and sharp dialogue in this rebel play starring Self Esteem's Rebecca Lucy Taylor. Gritty, funny and biting, it remains a powerful portrait of artistic frustration and the cost of chasing success.
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