Curtain Bounce will present its latest show, tick, tick… BOOM!, at The Art House next month.
Written by the late Jonathan Larson, the mind behind the smash hit RENT, the play follows Jonathan’s journey as he turns 30 and struggles with his dreams and ambitions – a powerful and moving prequel.
“The play was only produced after Jonathan’s death and was released by his friends and family, making this production an incredibly special and emotional experience,” Director Ruth Tiffen said.
“While both shows explore the themes of love, loss and the struggles of young artists in New York City, tick, tick… BOOM! is more of a personal account of Larson’s own struggles.”
Jonathan Larson was an American composer, playwright and lyricist.
After college, he moved to New York City to pursue a career in theatre.
After struggling to find success at first and working a number of odd jobs to make ends meet, in the late 1980s he began to gain recognition for his work as a composer and lyricist.
His breakthrough came in 1996 with the premiere of RENT, a rock opera based on Puccini’s La Boheme which explored the lives of young artists struggling to survive in New York City’s East Village.
The show was a huge critical and commercial success and won Larson numerous awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Sadly, Larson passed away on January 25, 1996, just days before the premiere of RENT off Broadway.
He was only 35 years old.
The talented cast and crew of Curtain Bounce have worked tirelessly to bring the show to life.
“This production will feature incredible musical performances and stunning visuals, all while paying tribute to the life and legacy of Jonathan Larson,” Tiffen said.
“We are so honoured to bring tick, tick… BOOM! to the stage and to the Central Coast.
“This is a powerful and moving production that will resonate with audiences of all ages as we all question our life choices and paths as we strive for success.
“We cannot wait for the community to experience it for themselves.”
With just three incredibly talented cast members on stage, the team promises to deliver an intimate and emotionally charged performance that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats.
The show will be run at The Art House, Wyong, from June 8-18.
Tickets are available at www.curtainbounce.com.
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