 
  It's 1924 and the world is on the cusp of a global depression. Young strapper Tommy Woodcock is tasked with whipping a disgustingly ugly and awkward horse into shape so he can become a champion and save his investors from financial ruin. This ultimate underdog is Phar Lap, soon to be Australia's hero.
Throughout his meteoric rise, we see Tommy and Phar Lap's love and friendship grow stronger and stronger, until they ultimately become the dynamic duo the history books know and love. However, when Phar Lap suffers a great tragedy, Tommy is left a wreck...
Flash forward 100 years to the modern day where young scientist Joan Malone is working on an experiment that hopes to save the Boggomoss Snail (a critically endangered species native to Queensland.) But what does that have to do with Phar Lap? You’ll have to come along and find out...
Hours 
                    | Date | Times | 
|---|---|
| Tue 4 Nov | 
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| Wed 5 Nov | 
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| Thu 6 Nov | 
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| Fri 7 Nov | 
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| Sat 8 Nov | 
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Location 
                The Theatrette
The Motley Bauhaus
118 Elgin St
Carlton 3053
                  Price and bookings
                   
                   
                
                    From $10 to $30
| Adult / general $30 | 
| Student / concession $25 | 
Accessibility
         
      
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