Ms Beige Brown Goes Beyond

This play is somewhat rough around the edges but what it may lack in polish is compensated by the inventiveness in the staging and commitment to the performance. Beige Brown (Cathy Hunt) has a very endearing quality. She often breaks out into poetic soliloquies and creates many moments where the audience can dwell on her fascinating and clever musings. The rhyme and the rhythm of her poetry is very musical and makes for very pleasant interludes throughout the show.

The story follows Beige’s submission for a very competitive local Arts grant. Her chances of success are very slim, so she is positioned as the underdog. This gives the audience strong motivation to rally for her to win and to overcome the sexism, ageism and dismissive attitude towards her artistry that the application process entails. This is all portrayed via comical and stereotypical representations of the unfeeling local council and government staff she must contend with. The play beautifully mocks how their language appears to have empathy towards Beige but is disavowed by a demeanour full of disdain. The supporting cast (Dr Chris Fleming, Amy Kersey, Thom Schmocker, Yvette De Ravin Turner) play a variety of roles and depict these personas with candour and wit.

The entire approach to the show is very tongue-in-cheek and genuinely aims to create good natured, hearty laughter. Beige Brown Goes Beyond will leave you feeling delightfully uplifted and grateful for the opportunity to hear poetry delivered with such affection and fondness for the power of words.

Patricia Di Risio 

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