sister is dying trying to live.
their brother is living trying to die.
what protects them, feeds it.
dog is a play that explores the lived experience of Contamination Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and alcohol addiction. both a blackhole.
Directed by Kim Hardwick with Laneikka Denne and Jack Patten
Recommended for ages 18+
Lighting Designer Frankie Clarke; Sound Designer Aisling Bermingham; Production Designer Ruby Jenkins; Stage Manager Annika Bertinat; Intimacy and Mental Health Coordinator Trish Speers
Produced by Laneikka Denne & Shayne
presented by We Are Not Producers with support from White Box Theatre Company
The production of dog includes the use of loud sounds and theatrical haze. dog explores sensitive content and mature themes around OCD, mental ill health, depression, alcoholism, addiction, suicidal ideation and grief. It also includes; the consumption of prop beers onstage, the smoking of herbal cigarettes, live full frontal nudity (in relation to contamination and the act of completing compulsions), and fake blood.
dog depicts OCD in real time (including the portrayal triggers and compulsions) and is written from the perspective of someone with lived experience. The play has been developed in collaboration with a mental health coordinator.
Recommended for ages 18+
Following Sunday performances of dog, there will be a community led post-show panel included in the ticket price. Check back for details