WAY

Written and performed by Sally McKenzie, directed by Sean Mee, with sound design by J. David Franzke, WAY fuses filmed sequences and live performance to interweave the fictional journey of documentary-maker Lynne with the lived experiences of the women in her film. There’s Julie who lives on the streets, Maysie who sleeps in her car, Lily of no fixed address, and Zahra who resides in a women’s refuge.

Sally McKenzie’s writing captures the essence of human emotion, weaving a narrative that is both poignant and thought-provoking. The play explores themes of identity, forgiveness, and the unyielding passage of time. With its rich character development and engaging dialogue, “WAY” promises to be an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Writer/Performer: Sally McKenzie

Stage Director: Sean Mee

Sound Designer: J. David Franzke

Lighting Designer: Giovanna Yate Gonzalez

Design Consultant: Richard Roberts

Technical Operator: Katie Williams

Producer & Screen Images: Sally McKenzie

Screen Editor: Joe Lancaster

Cinematographer: Rocco Fasano

About FortyFiveDownstairs

A unique multi-arts venue and cultural incubator, fortyfivedownstairs has a twenty-year history of supporting the development of independent artists across the visual and performing arts.

Located in Melbourne’s CBD, fortyfivedownstairs has two exhibition spaces, and a flexible theatre and event venue, which operate all year round. Venturing one floor below street level, the gallery exhibits a diverse range of art forms, from photography, to drawing, to sound art, and more.