Can-Do Performance Group : Peregrine

Great Lakes Council (1 other project)

From the scene 'waiting' pictured from left in the background Paula Dillon, Lyn Walpole, Anthony Hatcher, Shane Extrem and Vicki Smyth.

Accessible Arts - Award Winner

Can-Do Performance group evolved from a social support program in 2007 at Great Lakes Leisure and Respite Options, a HACC funded service auspice by Great Lakes Council.
December 2008 saw Can-Do’s latest play which was performed to celebrate International Day of People with disABILITY. Can-Do Performance group staged PEREGRINE, a contemporary piece of theatre exploring notions of individuality, group mentality and personal treasures. Set in a 1946 train station this non-narrative play tightly follows a sound score consisting of a mix of 1940s, contemporary music with sound effects of steam trains. Not one word is spoken through the entire show as station crowds come and go and individuals privately reveal to the audience the contents of their precious suitcases: the thing they treasure most. The audience journey took them through tears and laughter to a standing ovation.
The actors were extremely talented, the props, sets and costuming were awe inspiring.

  • Cultural Officer

    Vicki Smyth ()

  • Award Category

    Programs Projects and Partnerships – Division B

Photos

    • From the scene 'waiting' pictured from left in the background Paula Dillon, Lyn Walpole, Anthony Hatcher, Shane Extrem and Vicki Smyth.

      From the scene 'waiting' pictured from left in the background Paula Dillon, Lyn Walpole, Anthony Hatcher, Shane Extrem and Vicki Smyth.

    • Emma Lowry reveals the secrets of her suitcase.

      Emma Lowry reveals the secrets of her suitcase.

    • The station hands collect the luggage. From left: David Camilleri, Peter Cary and Gary Hopkins.

      The station hands collect the luggage. From left: David Camilleri, Peter Cary and Gary Hopkins.

    • Anthony Hatcher 'balancing' the precious and most important things in his life

      Anthony Hatcher 'balancing' the precious and most important things in his life

Videos

    • PEREGRINE - 1. Waiting

      Can-Do Performance group evolved from a social support program in 2007 at Great Lakes Leisure and Respite Options, a HACC funded service auspice by…

    • PEREGRINE - 2. Finding a Seat

      Can-Do Performance group evolved from a social support program in 2007 at Great Lakes Leisure and Respite Options, a HACC funded service auspice by…

    • CatchingDreams

      Can-Do Performance group evolved from a social support program in 2007 at Great Lakes Leisure and Respite Options, a HACC funded service auspice by…

    • PEREGRINE - 4. The Departure - Letting Go

      Can-Do Performance group evolved from a social support program in 2007 at Great Lakes Leisure and Respite Options, a HACC funded service auspice by…

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