TopDog/Underdog
Southbank Theatre
Southbank
Southbank Theatre,
140 Southbank Boulevard
Southbank, VIC 3006 Australia
Southbank, VIC 3006 Australia
Date
23 Aug –
21 Sep
About the Show
Suzan-Lori Parks’s acclaimed play Topdog/Underdog, a Pulitzer Prize-winning work, captures the dynamic and heartfelt story of two brothers navigating the harsh realities of the American Dream. Lincoln and Booth struggle to survive: Lincoln impersonates Abraham Lincoln in whiteface, while Booth is a small-time thief aspiring to be a card hustler. As the story unfolds, it reveals their deep connection, shaped by a troubled past, an uncertain future, and a complex mix of history, familiarity, and distrust.
The play’s recent Broadway revival earned a prestigious Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, further solidifying Parks’s recognition as one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Most Influential People.
Directed by Bert LaBonté and featuring performances by Damon Manns and Ras-Samuel, Topdog/Underdog masterfully blends sharp comedy with tragedy, delivering a fast-paced narrative that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
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Suzan-Lori Parks’s acclaimed play Topdog/Underdog, a Pulitzer Prize-winning work, captures the dynamic and heartfelt story of two brothers navigating the harsh realities of the American Dream. Lincoln and Booth struggle to survive: Lincoln impersonates Abraham Lincoln in whiteface, while Booth is a small-time thief aspiring to be a card hustler. As the story unfolds, it reveals their deep connection, shaped by a troubled past, an uncertain future, and a complex mix of history, familiarity, and distrust.
The play’s recent Broadway revival earned a prestigious Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, further solidifying Parks’s recognition as one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Most Influential People.
Directed by Bert LaBonté and featuring performances by Damon Manns and Ras-Samuel, Topdog/Underdog masterfully blends sharp comedy with tragedy, delivering a fast-paced narrative that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
Date
23 Aug
21 Sep
About the Show
Suzan-Lori Parks’s acclaimed play Topdog/Underdog, a Pulitzer Prize-winning work, captures the dynamic and heartfelt story of two brothers navigating the harsh realities of the American Dream. Lincoln and Booth struggle to survive: Lincoln impersonates Abraham Lincoln in whiteface, while Booth is a small-time thief aspiring to be a card hustler. As the story unfolds, it reveals their deep connection, shaped by a troubled past, an uncertain future, and a complex mix of history, familiarity, and distrust.
The play’s recent Broadway revival earned a prestigious Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, further solidifying Parks’s recognition as one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Most Influential People.
Directed by Bert LaBonté and featuring performances by Damon Manns and Ras-Samuel, Topdog/Underdog masterfully blends sharp comedy with tragedy, delivering a fast-paced narrative that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
Read More
Suzan-Lori Parks’s acclaimed play Topdog/Underdog, a Pulitzer Prize-winning work, captures the dynamic and heartfelt story of two brothers navigating the harsh realities of the American Dream. Lincoln and Booth struggle to survive: Lincoln impersonates Abraham Lincoln in whiteface, while Booth is a small-time thief aspiring to be a card hustler. As the story unfolds, it reveals their deep connection, shaped by a troubled past, an uncertain future, and a complex mix of history, familiarity, and distrust.
The play’s recent Broadway revival earned a prestigious Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, further solidifying Parks’s recognition as one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Most Influential People.
Directed by Bert LaBonté and featuring performances by Damon Manns and Ras-Samuel, Topdog/Underdog masterfully blends sharp comedy with tragedy, delivering a fast-paced narrative that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.
Date
23 Aug
21 Sep
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