Syncopation
By Allan Knee
A magical fusion of drama, romance and ballroom dancing.
17 Jul – 21 Jul
Set in the exciting, electric rush of New York City in 1912, Syncopation soars with amazing ballroom routines choreographed by Dancing with the Stars choreographer/ dancer Mark Hodge.
Henry is a Jewish meatpacker, crazy with a dream of becoming a ballroom dancer, desperate for a dance partner. Anna is an Italian Catholic seamstress, unsatisfied with her life until she spots a curious ad in the paper: "Give your life a lift. Wanted: A dance partner to dance for royalty." From the moment Anna summons up the courage to answer the ad, sparks fly. As Anna and Henry take their first steps together, they embark on a journey that will transform their lives, urged on by the jazzy rhythms and haunting melodies of Gershwin, Joplin and Berlin.
From Allan Knee, the creative mind behind the movie Finding Neverland, comes a love story that is complete, touching and memorable.
"Inspired! A compelling love story that... promenades, foxtrots and tangos to life" - The Age
Recommended for ages 10+
Image: original cast
Director
Stephen Lloyd Helper
Choreographer
Mark Hodge
Designer
Adrienne Chisholm
Sound Designer
Darrin Verhagen
Cast
Justin Stewart Cotta
Emma Palmer
Location
IMB Theatre
Pricing
Adult: $59; Adult early week (Sun-Wed)/Conc/Group 8+: $54; Conc/Group 8+ early week: $49; Under 30s: $34; School groups 8+: $20 (Under 30s tickets are only available in person or over the phone. A $4.70 transaction fee applies to phone and internet bookings)
Performance Times
General Public:
Tues 17 Jul 6.30pm, Wed 18 - Fri 20 Jul 8pm, Sat 21 Jul 2pm & 8pm. Post-show Q&A: Thurs 19 Jul 8pm
Schools:
Tues 17 Jul 6.30pm, Wed 18 & Thurs 19* Jul 8pm (*includes post-show Q&A), Sat 21 Jul 2pm & 8pm.
Running Time
Approx 2 hrs 40 mins (incl interval)
