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The Castle Goes To The Stage!
28 Jul
Summary
- The iconic film "The Castle" will be adapted into a stage play.
- The original writing team, Working Dog, is penning the new production.
- The play will premiere in Melbourne in March 2027.
The beloved Australian film "The Castle" is set to make its stage debut, with the original writing team, Working Dog, penning a new theatrical version. Rob Sitch, Tom Gleisner, Santo Cilauro, and Jane Kennedy will also co-produce the play.
The production will premiere at Her Majesty's Theatre in Melbourne in March 2027, coinciding with the film's 30th anniversary. The creators stated they have aimed to update the story with "a quarter of a century of funny updates," capturing the original's warmth and humor for new and existing fans.
"The Castle," released in 1997, is a celebrated Australian film known for its iconic quotes and heartwarming story of the Kerrigan family's battle to save their home. Producer Michael Cassel expressed excitement for the stage adaptation, noting the film's universal themes of family, change, and dignity.
Casting for the upcoming theatrical production has not yet been announced.
