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A man with a pencil in his mouth playing the ukulele with a carnation on the top, castle and dragons wallpaper behind him.
13 – 19 Oct

Upside Down Fantasyland

  • Theatre
  • Entertainment

Upside Down Fantasyland is a raw and poetic exploration of Troy Rogers journey from the shadows of his past to the light of his future.

Troy vulnerably takes the stage to share his experiences of growing up in out-of-home care. His childhood shaped by the trauma of drug-related struggles and a life with his grandmother due to his parents' substance abuse. It's a clever and seamless delivery, dynamically performed through poetry, song and prose

In this deeply personal performance, Troy delves into the complexities of his past with honesty and courage, while balancing the heavy material with humour and love.

Upside Down Fantasyland offers an unflinching look at resilience, healing, and the bittersweet nature of growing up in a world turned upside down.

Part of Melbourne Fringe Festival.

Hours

Date Times
Mon 13 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm
Tue 14 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm
Wed 15 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm
Thu 16 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm
Fri 17 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm
Sat 18 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm
Sun 19 Oct
  • 8.45pm - 9.45pm 8:45pm - 9:45pm

Location

Speakeasy Theatre
522 Flinders St
Melbourne 3000

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Price and bookings

From $10 to $37.30

Adult / general $27
Senior $23
Student / concession $23
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Contact details

  • telephone number: 0408 313 180
  • email address: info@speakeasytheatre.com.au
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  • Companion card accepted

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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