Pulitzer Winner Rabbit Hole for Cronulla
Director Cheryl Butler writes in the program for Rabbit Hole at Arts Theatre Cronulla that ‘beautiful’ may seem like the wrong word to describe this amazing play, but stresses there is beauty in the sadness of Rabbit Hole. Recipient of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and nominated for several Tony awards, Rabbit Hole examines the disconnect that grief can cause.
Set in the family home in Larchmont in New York State, the opening scenes of the play occur eight months after parents Becca and Howie Corbett have lost their son in a tragic accident. Their son Danny chased their dog onto the street and was hit by a car driven by a 16-year-old boy, Jason Willette.
What seems like such a simple story of grief on the surface, is so much more. Becca and Howie are both struggling to find their way in the surreal reality in which they find themselves now that the dust has settled and everyone is expecting them to get on with their lives.
Grief can strengthen connections or lead to a disconnect that we fight not to acknowledge. Cheryl credits the incredible cast for finding the truth of this. The talented cast comprises Gavin Leahy as Howie; Gretchen Mach as Becca; Angela Gibson as Izzy; Suzy Wilds as Nat; Dylan Yates as Jason.
The play opens on 6 February and runs till 21 March. Performances are on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with 2 Sunday matinees. Full details and online bookings can be made via the theatre’s website: www.artsthetrecronulla.com.au
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