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The Cabin by Joseph O'Farrell

Two adults and four children are in dishevelled fancy dress. Two black and white banners hang on the wall behind them.

Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy

THE CABIN! is a horror show written by kids, for adults.

Part David Lynch thriller, part Fright Night drive-in flick, everything from the set, characters and sound has been designed by primary school students for their adult audience in this gory spectacular!

Created by internationally acclaimed artist JOF, in collaboration with over 200 primary school students from the UK and Australia. Featuring giant inflatable monsters, talking bins and an impending Zombie apocalypse that will destroy us all!

Performed by two straight-laced adults, five demonic children and a disgruntled teen guitarist providing a live soundtrack.

Do YOU have what it takes to survive?

Creative Team

Leading artist and performer: Joseph O’Farrell (JOF)
Co-devisor and performer: Emily Tomlins
Director: Sarah Austin
Producers: Jo Porter and Kate Hancock
Set Design: Darryl Cordell
Sound Design: Steph O’Hara
Lighting Design: Jen Hector
Costume Design: Emily Barrie

In collaboration with 200 + School children UK/AUS

Reviews

'The Cabin's uninhibited blend of humour and horror has broad appeal.' - Cameron Woodhead, The Age

'Lighting by Jen Hector is over the top.' - Suzanne Sandow, Stage Whispers

'More of the kind of work, please. Lots more.' - Sometimes Melbourne

'Certainly the experience of the character scripting, set design and sound being designed by primary school students is the driving force that should not be overlooked.' - Graeme McCoubrie, Melbourne Observer