Thirst

Produced by Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company, Thirst by Barbara Hostalek is a funny and tender comedy that explores why some people leave, some stay, and some return to regional towns.

Thirst is set in the Glass Slipper Tavern, the community hub of Yellow Springs. Lola, a former popstar, and her entrepreneurial long-term partner and band member, Chico, never thought they’d settle down in the country, let alone inherit a pub from Lola’s estranged white fella uncle.

They are the first blackfullas to run the only pub for miles amongst the canola and cattle farms. The tavern desperately needs repairs, but operating on a shoestring budget is not easy. Can a karaoke night fundraiser, with the help of a savvy barmaid with secret talents, help them save the pub?

Join us for a heartfelt and hilarious night that has a dash of audience participation!

Proudly brought to you by the WA Museum Boola Bardip and Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company.

This performance contains coarse language and adult themes. 
It is recommended that only those aged 13 and above attend this event.

About Yirra Yaakin

Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company was established in 1993. Since then, the company has evolved into a respected cultural leader and artistic hub for Aboriginal people from all over WA, Australia, and around the world. Yirra Yaakin produces award-winning, world-class theatre, sharing Aboriginal stories through exciting, entertaining, educational and authentic new works. The company has commissioned and premiered more than 70 new major plays. We have worked with and nurtured prestigious Aboriginal writers including David Milroy, Sally Morgan, Derek Nannup, Mitch Torres and Dallas Winmar, among many others.

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