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A clever and witty Shaw masterpiece - next at the Pavilion

Mrs W Daisy Alexis , Jem Rowe , Dave Went .
Mrs W Jem Rowe , Paula Searle , Daisy Alexis . Mrs W Paula Searle , Dave Went .
Mrs W Daisy Alexis , Dave Went .
Castle Hill Players presents Mrs Warren ’ s Profession at the Pavilion Theatre from 26th July – 17th August
Written in 1893 , Mrs Warren ’ s Profession proved too much for Victorian sensibilities and didn ’ t debut on the London stage until 1902 at the dawn of the Edwardian age .
Kitty Warren , former prostitute , “ spoilt and domineering , and decidedly vulgar ”, is
now a successful businesswoman – due to her owning several brothels across Europe . Her thoroughly modern and pragmatic daughter Vivie , having just graduated from university , seeks to get acquainted with Kitty for the first time in her young life .
When Vivie realises what her mother does for a living , their relationship irrevocably changes and she must find her own way forward in a world run by men .
Shaw asserts that prostitution is not
caused by moral failure but by economic necessity and , well over a century after its first performance , his play still resonates . How and why do we judge the choices of others – as well as the choices we make for ourselves ?
“ This super talented cast and crew have more than done justice to this Shaw masterpiece . It ’ s a must see !”
Content Warning : Adult themes
Written by George Bernard Shaw , Directed by Steve Rowe 26th July – 17th August Wed , Fri , Sat 8PM , Sun 4PM Pavilion Theatre , Castle Hill Tickets $ 30 , Concession $ 25 Bookings paviliontheatre . org . au / MrsWarrensProfession or call 02 9634 2929 Enquiries call 02 9634 3846 or email admin @ paviliontheatre . org . au

Hornsby Gang Show tumbles through time

Take a tumble through time and end up at the Hornsby Gang Show !
The Scouts and Guides at Hornsby Gang Show are renowned for staging a bright and colourful variety show every year in the July school holidays .
“ Tumble Through Time ” showcases the talented Scouting and Guiding youth from across Sydney ’ s northern suburbs , who range in age from 12 years to 26 years old and represent every section of their organisations .
In 2024 the show will be showcasing musical items from many time periods as well as some very funny sketches , all backed by a live orchestra and supported by a huge backstage
team . It is one of the very few large and spectacular live stage performances available and provides excellent holiday entertainment for the whole family , young and old .
“ What a fantastic way to entertain your children and grandchildren in the school holidays with a funfilled family variety show ”, said Show Production Director , Lauren Webb . “ We are so excited to be showcasing local Scout and Guide talent . It is also wonderful to see our young cast realise that they are a part of something so special that has a long history , having been first established just over 50 years ago .” The Hornsby Gang Show will be performed at Abbotsleigh , Wahroonga from 5 – 13th July and tickets and full details are available now at www . gangshow . com
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