An iconic work of American theatre, a testament to the power of family, and a hymn to the Black experience.

By Lorraine Hansberry
Directed by Shari Sebbens (the new Resident Director)

Lorraine Hansberry wrote A Raisin in the Sun when she was just 29 years-old and the play swiftly became a mainstay of the modern theatre canon. When it premiered in 1959, the play was the first by an African American woman to be shown on Broadway and it continues to challenge and move audiences generations later.

Living in Chicago during the 1950s and optimistic about rising above the injustices that have shaped their lives, the five members of the Younger family are all looking for ways to improve their lot: some through activism, some through fortune, and some through simple acts of self-determination. The arrival of a change of circumstance – in the form of a life insurance cheque – gives the close-knit family a chance to consider the possibility of a better life. But the distance between dreams and reality proves further than any of them anticipated.

This production, by the Sydney Theatre Company, marks the first time ever that A Raisin in the Sun will be performed on an Australian mainstage. It stars Zahra Newman and Bert La Bonté.

Approx. duration – 2hrs 40mins (including interval)
Content – Infrequent strong language

DATE: Tuesday 5 October 2021

TIME: 6.30pm (pre-theatre 5.30pm)

VENUE: Wharf 1 Theatre, Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Road, Walsh Bay, Sydney NSW 2000

TICKETS: Adult A Reserve $86; Seniors Cardholder $81 + Booking Fee. Purchase your tickets at https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/whats-on or by phone at the Box office on (02) 9250 1777

Cherry and I have booked our tickets for Seats M8 and M9.

PRE-THEATRE (Optional Extra): Join Judith and Cherry for pre-theatre Drinks and Conversation at ‘The Theatre bar at the End of the Wharf’ at 5.30pm.

RSVP TO: Judith Nguyen at [email protected], indicating whether you would like to join us for pre-theatre drinks and conversation, as booking a table is required

RSVP BY: Tuesday 30 September 2021

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THEATRE GROUP – Looking Ahead in 2021

 To enable you to plan your diary for 2021, below are the dates and selected plays for Theatre Group for the remainder of 2021. Newcomers to SWIC are very welcome – if you need help with booking or have any queries please contact Judith Nguyen at [email protected] or Cherry Spoor at [email protected]