A Catch Of The Breath

METRO ARTS INDEPENDENTS 2010 A Catch of the Breath, 18 August - 4 September, Sue Benner Theatre, Metro Arts Co-presented by Metro Arts Independents and Robert Thwaites Brisbane-born poet Michael Thwaites, winner of the prestigious Newdigate Prize and Kings Medal for poetry (putting him in the company of Judith Wright and Les Murray), left behind a body of work that grapples with the themes of his generation – the immensity of space, the terror of mortality, the wonders of nature and the legacy we leave. Director and grandson Robert Thwaites breaths new dimension into his verse in a performance of dynamic physicality, original music and powerful spoken word. Season runs Wednesday 18 August to Saturday 4 September 2010 in the Sue Benner Theatre at Metro Arts, Brisbane. Directed by Robert Thwaites Featuring: Emma Che Martin, Robbie O’Brien, David Pawsey and Peta Ward Assistant Director: David Sleswick Lighting Design: Hamish Clift Sound Design: Jeremy Neideck with Chris Perren Cheap Tuesdays: $12 at the door (no bookings). Preview: 7:30pm Tue 17 August 2010 Opening: 7:30pm Wed 18 August 2010 Artist Talk: Wed 25 August 2010 When: Wed - Sat: 7:30pm Where: Sue Benner Theatre, Metro Arts, 109 Edward Street, Brisbane. Tickets: Adults $20/ Conc. $16/ Preview $12/ Group (10+) $12 For bookings, phone (07) 3002 7100 or head to www.metroarts.com.au