Away
About
Set against the backdrop of the 1967-68 summer holidays, Away by Michael Gow is a cornerstone of Australian drama. It follows three different families from distinct social classes who depart Sydney for their annual Christmas vacations, all carrying hidden burdens.The Story
The play opens at a high school performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, introducing the central characters:
* Tom and his parents (Harry and Vic): Working-class British immigrants who are secretly struggling with the knowledge that Tom is terminally ill.
* Meg and her parents (Gwen and Jim): A middle-class family defined by Gwen’s bitter perfectionism and Jim’s quiet endurance.
* The Headmaster (Roy) and his wife (Coral): A couple grieving the loss of their son in the Vietnam War, a trauma that has left Coral mentally fragile.
When a massive storm ravages the coast, the families are forced out of their isolated holiday bubbles and brought together on a beach. In this "magical" natural setting, the barriers of class and resentment begin to dissolve.
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Thursday 24 September 2026 - Saturday 3 October 2026 (UTC+10)Location
TAFE Queensland South Bank Auditorium
66 Ernest St, South Brisbane Queensland 4101
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