The creators of the beloved Australian film The Castle have adapted the story for the stage. Rob Sitch, Tom Gleisner, Santo Cilauro and Jane Kennedy – the team behind the 1997 film – have written a theatrical version, set to premiere in Melbourne.
Stage production details
The play will be produced by Working Dog Productions in association with a major theatre company. It features the same beloved characters, including the Kerrigan family and their fight to save their home from compulsory acquisition for airport expansion.
The stage adaptation promises to capture the humor and heart of the original film, with many of the iconic lines and scenes translated for live performance.
Cast and creative team
Casting for the production has not yet been announced. The play will be directed by one of Australia's leading theatre directors. The creative team includes set designers and composers known for their work in Australian theatre.
The stage version is expected to tour after its initial Melbourne season.
