Wonderful Cast for "Bloody Murder"

Peridot are pleased to announce the selection of another fantastic cast to deliver "Bloody Murder" directed by Dexter Bourke. Our ensemble includes:

Bill Irvine as Major Quimby

Colin Sephton as Devon Tremaine

Brett Hyland as Charles Pomeroy

Donna Cleverley as Emma Reese

Pat Alcock as Jane

Jackie Hutchison as Lady Somerset

"Bloody Murder" will occur before your very eyes from November 17 to December 2nd - it's sure to be a hoot. Tickets available from our Bookings page.  

Monash One Act Play Festival Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th September 

The Monash One Act Play Festival is once again being hosted at the Unicorn Theatre by Peridot from Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th September. Book your tickets via phone 9808 0770 or our on-line ticketing service by clicking here.

Monash One Act Play Festival 2017 Schedule 

Friday evening:

6.30pm call for all cast & crew for 8pm start

1. The Distracted Scholar's Guide to Literature and Drama (Adlib Youth) Comedy G 35 mins

2. Random Acts of Fiction (Townsville Little Theatre) Drama 35 mins

3. Mental (Adlib) Drama 30 mins

4. Ice Queen Interviews (One-Off TC) Drama G 20 mins

Saturday afternoon:

11.30am call for all cast and crew for 1pm start

5. Making a B/Line (Mount Players Youth) Comedy PG 50 mins

6. Second Sight (Brighton) Dram G 45 mins

7. The Notice (ARK) Drama PG 45 mins

8. Heroes (Bitten-By Productions) Drama MA 45 mins

A social meal will be offered between the Saturday afternoon and evening sessions.

Saturday evening:

6.00pm call for all cast and crew for 7.30pm start

9. Avatar (Dizzy) Comedy PG

10. Floss (1812) Comedy PG 15 mins

11. Memory Garden (Kathy's Theatre) Drama PG 30 mins

12. I Dream Before I Take the Stand (Gemco) Drama MA 25 mins

Sunday afternoon:

11.30am call for all cast and crew for 1pm start

13. Romeo to Go (AIPA) Comedy PG 40 mins

14. All His Christmases at Once (Mount Players) Comedy 45 mins

15. Home (Flashlight) Drama M

16. Three Lovers (Here, There & Everywhere) Comedy PG 40 mins

You are cordially invited to join us for play readings in the theatre foyer. Here is a list of what is coming up: 

Social Play Reading for 'The Haunting of Cathryn Chase' by Joe Fairhurst. 

Come join us on Wednesday August 30th, 7:15 PM for a 7:30 start. This play is a two-act version of Joe's award winning one act play 'The Killings at Newhaven' performed at Peridot in 2009. It gives a more comprehensive presentation of the harrowing true story that Joe uncovered while investigating the deaths of two boys at a children's home on Phillip Island. All are welcome and Joe will be more than happy to answer your questions over supper. PleaseThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.if you would like to attend.

Outstanding Lyrebird Award Success 

Peridot Theatre Company won 9 awards at the prestigious Lyrebirds for 2016, including Best Drama and Best Comedy!

Drama Category: 'Les Liaisons Dangereuses':

BEST DRAMA

BEST DIRECTOR: Peter Newling

BEST ACTOR: Rowan Howard

BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE: Candice Sweetman

BEST COSTUME: Vicky Smith, Juliet Hayday and Catherine Christensen

BEST SOUND DESIGN: Tim Long and Jeff Saliba

BEST LIGHT DESIGN: Craig Pearcey

Comedy Category: 'Becky's New Car':

BEST COMEDY

BEST ACTRESS: Lisa Upson

BEST SOUND DESIGN: Helen Ellis

Peridot were nominated in an amazing further 12 categories.

Youth Rush Tickets

Youth Rush Tickets We are now offering discount $15 tickets for under 30s at the door. For all full-length plays!