Take a journey with us into 1872 as we present a new perspective on Jules Vernes’ adventure novel: Around the World in 80 Days!
This original musical adaptation features poignant songs, striking costumes, and lavish music from our 7-piece band to whip you off your feet and take you to the cities visited by Fogg, and most importantly, an introduction to the women he meets — Mei in Hong Kong, Ayusha in India, Farida in Egypt, and Patience in America — as an Englishman during the peak of the British Empire.
The narrative incorporates 21st century sentiments with the 19th century excitement and anticipation - and ignorance - of an globalising world; facilitated by innovations in technology and transportation. These ever relevant themes ask us to question narratives of history.
Please note this production includes racism, colonialism and violence, discussion of slavery, intimate partner violence, mentions of sex work and smoking.
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THE CAST
GALLERY 1ST ROW FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:
Akansha Hungenahally (she/her) as Ayusha
Anthony Pontonio (he/they) as Phileas Fogg
Zac Rose (he/him) as Inspector Fix
Sion Lee (she/her) as Mei
Rufaro Zimbudzi (she/her) as Patience
GALLERY 2ND ROW FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:
Shameem Salim (she/her) as Farida
Tim Gilmour (he/him) as Passepartout
Sian Dowler (they/them) as Minnie
Elisa Osegueda (she/her) as Winnie
Kim Devitt (she/her) as Ginny
Creatives
Lyrics and direction by Sharmini Kumar
Score by Lore Burns with additional music by Louise Peters
Music Direction by Louise Peters & Lore Burns
Choreography by Hayley Roe
Key art and map animations by Liliana Braumberger