Lane Cove’s School for Scandal

Get ready for an uproarious journey into high society’s not-so-high morals as Lane Cove Theatre Company presents Richard Brinsley Sheridan’s Restoration comedy, The School for Scandal.

22-31 August, 2025⁠ ⁠at the Pottery Lane Performance Space in Lane Cove, NSW

This classic 18th-century satire takes aim at gossip, greed, and the games of the upper crust with razor-sharp wit. Set in a world where appearances are everything and rumours travel faster than truth, Sheridan’s play is a biting commentary that remains as relevant and riotous today as it was when it first premiered in 1777.

At the heart of the story lies Lady Sneerwell’s infamous salon—a gathering ground for scandal-mongers who feast on tales of infidelity, folly, and financial ruin. But when the honorable Sir Peter Teazle finds his much-younger wife swept up in the storm of deceit, and two very different brothers vie for the approval (and fortune) of their wealthy uncle, chaos erupts and secrets come crashing down in the most theatrical of fashions.

Directed by Christine Firkin, Lane Cove Theatre Company promises a delightful blend of period charm and contemporary flair. Sparkling dialogue and a cast of colourful characters collide in an evening of theatre that skewers the superficial and champions sincerity.

“The School for Scandal is one of the greatest comedies ever written, and in a world still obsessed with social image, it feels more pointed than ever. We’re excited to bring it to life for a modern audience—while staying true to its deliciously decadent roots.”

The Pottery Lane Performance Space - Lane Cove

Community Hub – Lower Ground Floor/ 1 Pottery Lane, Lane Cove

Parking available in the Little Street underground carpark

Tickets $35 adult / $30 conc /

$28 Group 10+

Add $10 cheese plate/ $8 dessert

Online booking https://www.trybooking.com/CZAZU

Photos by Jim Crew and Robert Schaverien