Ulster American

The human race depends upon us, the makers of theatre, for its very survival. And without the freedom to be wrong in the pursuit of the truth, then we’re no better than actual engineers. We’re no better than theatre critics”

A searing comedy on showbusiness post-#MeToo that brilliantly captures the confusion of 'woke' men trying to mansplain their positions of power.

A talented young female writer, an A-list actor and an ambitious West End director meet to discuss the most important new play of the decade - if they can only agree on what it's about! Fragile egos, the faultlines of modern politics and the all-pervasive power of Hollywood threatens to derail the whole project.

“It’s a triumph of dramatic intelligence and some of the best acting you’ll see in Melbourne this year.” ★★★★★ – Herald Sun

“Brett Cousins directs a strong cast. No one escapes unscathed from Ireland’s vicious satire, and the actors take to it with exceptional relish.”– ★★★★ The Age

“body-slamming and near-flawless new production”– The Australian

Ulster American
by David Ireland
Directed by Brett Cousins
Victorian Premiere

29 August – 19 September
Previews: 20 – 23 August

Q&A Session following performance on Thursday 5 September

Duration: 80 minutes, no interval

This show contains adult themes, graphic language and stage violence