Enjoy performances designed for students and educators, all shows are linked to the Victorian Curriculum and highlight important messages for young people today.
For more information contact bowery@brimbank.vic.gov.au
2026 Education Performances
Rakali
Performance: Thursday 18 June, 11am-12.10pm
Suitability: Years 11 and 12
Cost: $15 per ticket (1 teacher free for 15 tickets booked)
Running Time: 70 mins (no interval)
Venue address and access: The Bowery Theatre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans. Access info.
Bookings by emailing bowery@brimbank.vic.gov.au
A contemporary Australian Gothic fable. A young couple move from suburban Melbourne to live on a houseboat in remote Tasmania with their newborn baby. They think they’ve found paradise. But life on the river is less than idyllic. The strain and isolation of their new living situation pressurises their relationship dynamic.
Enter the mysterious, charismatic Rocko - a man claiming to be their neighbour. Each of the couple are enchanted by Rocko; seduced by his attention and ability to reflect and affirm their secret yearnings. But Rocko is a shapeshifter - a carnivorous water rat, whose only desire is to steal and eat their baby.
Written by Malthouse Playwright in Development Alex Duncan, nominated for Best Theatre (Melbourne Fringe 2023) and winner of Best Actor (Green Room Awards 2024) for Lily Fish’s portrayal of Rocko the water rat.
📅 Company and Performance Information coming soon
⬇️ 2026 Playlist for VCE Drama and Theatre Studies
A Glimpse into Darling Boy
By Nathan McGlynn, Charlee Brooks and Hugo Williams
Schools Show: Friday 5 June, 1pm–1:50pm followed by post-show Q&A (20 mins)
Student tickets $15 each, teachers no charge
Bookings via: bowery@brimbank.vic.gov.au
A Glimpse into Darling Boy brings painter Nathan McGlynn’s works to life in an intimate, painterly theatrical experience. Developed through the Brimbank Theatre Residency Program alongside co-writer Charlee Brooks (Grandpasbookclub) and Hugo Williams (From Pony Cam), the work explores queer identity, desire and care through bold stage imagery and emotionally charged storytelling.
Recommended for Years 9-12.
Contains mature themes, coarse language, and references to mental health, addiction, and queer relationships. Viewer discretion advised.
Supported by Bowery Theatre Residency, Crystal Queer, Brimbank City Council and Maribyrnong City Council.
