Red Stitch Presents:
The Meeting
Red Stitch's Australian premiere of Jeff Stetson's The Meeting.
Australian Premiere
Produced by and Performed at Red Stitch: The Actor's Theatre
Stetson’s play imagines a secret meeting between Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, exploring the opposing views of these two great Black leaders. One man sees an advance to freedom through revolutionary active struggle, using violence if necessary, the other is dedicated to non-violent means and peaceful demonstration.
The Meeting engages in a debate about revolution, change and freedom that remains as relevant now as the day it was written. As playwright, Jeff Stetson observes: “At its heart, the play is about the power of love to overcome these obstacles that deny us the ability to empathise with those who are different and yet share the same dreams and experience the same pain.”
Red Stitch’s production delivers a physically charged contemporary reimagining of Stetson’s story, honouring these iconic men and their work, whilst embracing the universality of their rhetoric.
Since it was written 35 years ago, The Meeting has been produced throughout Africa, Europe and America in over 50 productions. Stetson states: “I believe its fundamental power is that it transcends countries or racial/ethnic demographics and underscores that the desire for basic dignity and the quest to overcome hatred or violence or inhumanity remains a universal goal.”
“An exciting and provocative play, an unforgettable evening of drama.”
- NY Post -
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The Meeting was performed at Red Stitch Actor's Theatre in September and October of 2022 garnering numerous glowing reviews. Full company details can be found via the 'Find Out More' button below.
Artshub Review (5 Stars)
Australian Arts Review
The Blurb Review
Theatre Matters Review (4 Stars)
The Age Review
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CAST & CREATIVES
Writer Jeff Stetson
Director Tanya Gerstle
Set & Costume Design Peter Mumford
Lighting Design Richard Vabre
Sound Design Justin Gardam
Ass. Stage Manager Brigette Jennings
Cast
Christopher Kirby
Dushan Philips
Akhilesh Jain
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Caitie Murphy - Stage Manager